First look: Odyssey Ai ONE and Ai ONE Milled putters
Odyssey's new Ai ONE and Ai ONE Milled putters feature revolutionary insert technologies for more consistent ball speeds even on off-centre strikes.
Ai is everywhere these days, and now it's even managed to find its way into golf putters, courtesy of Odyssey's new range of Ai ONE and Ai ONE Milled putters.
Eagle-eyed golf fans might have spotted Jon Rahm and Sam Burns using Odyssey's new weapons at the Ryder Cup, but now we've been given a first glimpse at the exciting new ranges.
Both new lineups feature AI-designed inserts that are engineered to produce more consistent ball speeds on off-centre strikes.
Let's take a look at the two striking new lines.
Ai-ONE
The new Ai-ONE range utilises Callaway's AI design and super computer to create an advanced multi-material insert that includes unique contours on the back of the face to minimise ball speed losses on off-centre hits.
The new design is said to leave putts up to 21% closer to the hole compared to traditional milled putters based on robot testing with a 15-point face map.
In order to achieve this level of accuracy, the back of the newly designed insert is constructed from aluminium and White Hot urethane is then added to the grooved striking surface to provide the White Hot feel that has proved so popular with golfers around the world.
These new enhancements are designed to improve feel, speed control, and consistency in a new design, the likes of which the golf world has never seen before.
The new Ai-ONE putters also feature an innovative new Panlite window made from automative grade polymer that provides users with a closer look at the built-in tech.
The putters feature a lightweight SL 90 steel shaft with 20-30 grams (depending on the grip) of counterbalance weight is placed in the butt end.
The putters all feature a beautiful navy blue PVD finish.
Ai-ONE is already gaining attention on Tour and performing on golf’s biggest stages. Jon Rahm used an Ai-ONE model to go undefeated while earning 3 points for the victorious European Team in Rome, and Sam Burns gamed an Ai-ONE model for the U.S. Team. Plus, Women’s World #1 Ruoning Yin is already using an Ai-ONE in competition.
Ai-ONE Milled
The new Ai-ONE Milled range also leverages Callaway’s industry-leading AI design and super-computing capabilities.
These premium putters feature a 100% milled stainless steel body fit with a 100% milled titanium insert.
This multi-material construction includes unique contours on the back of the face that minimise ball speed losses on off-centre hits, and greatly increase the sweet spot.
With Ai-ONE Milled, putts finish 7% closer to the hole on average than a traditional milled putter.
The unique champagne finish complements the navy blue PVD of the head to give the putter a rich and striking look that sets it apart from other offerings.
A lightweight SL 90 steel shaft with 20-30 grams (depending on the grip) of counterbalance weight is placed in the butt end, creating an evolution of Stroke Lab Weighting.
Price and models
Models:
Ai-One head shapes include:
November 2023: One, Double Wide DB, Rossie S, #7 S, #7 CH
Coming in 2024: #2, Double Wide DB, Double Wide CH, Rossie DB, #7 DB, 2-Ball DB, 2-Ball CH, Jail Bird Mini DB, Jail Bird Mini CH
Ai-One Milled head shapes:
November 2023: One T, Two T, Three T, Six T, Seven T DB, Seven T CH, Eight T, and Eleven T.
Prices:
Ai-One RRP: £289
Ai- One Milled RRP: £449
Johnny joined GolfMagic as Reviews Editor in 2023 having worked for Sports Impact for two years as Head of Social Media, working alongside prominent golf brands including Galvin Green, Motocaddy and Wilson.
