For years now the members and readers of THP have continuously asked Cobra Golf one specific question without relenting. Do you plan on releasing putters?
The answer has always been the same, that the costs versus the benefits of getting into traditional putter design and production just wasn’t worth it as they wouldn’t put their name on just anything. That was the answer, until the Cobra KING SuperSport 35 Putter.
Today is a new day and if you have been paying attention, this a new Cobra, one not afraid of reinvention and disruption in a golf industry that so desperately clings to doing things the way that they always have just for the sake of it. Joining forces with HP and Parmatech, Cobra Golf has created and will be releasing a putter unlike anything an OEM has ever released, a 3D printed one.
Relationships Pave the Way
This has been a labor of love, and flat out cutting-edge technology for Cobra. Realizing that potentially creating and releasing a putter via traditional casting and forging methods would be tedious and costly, not to mention limiting for a company that has been all about pushing the boundaries in recent releases.
That is why they needed partners, and in the end, they joined forces with HP and Parmatech. Why them? Simply put, HP Metal Jet 3D Printing.
Although there are many out there doing 3D printing, Cobra believes that HP is the best out there, and a company more than willing to show off just what 3D printing can do, and why they believe it truly is the future of production for all sorts of products. Compared to traditional methods this is not only much faster, but the quality and precision is top of the line according to Cobra. To exemplify what this technology means, the relationship with HP began in 2019 and within eight months they coordinated and produced thirty-five iterations. Best of all? This also allows a company like Cobra to meet and maintain economic demands as well.
Rounding things out, they are also forging a relationship with SIK, the same brand which Cobra Ambassador Bryson DeChambeau works with. In Bryson’s own words:
“I’ve had a lot of success over the years with my SIK putter and was really excited to work with COBRA to develop a new way to manufacture equipment and bring this new putter to market, HP’s Metal Jet technology is an incredibly advanced production method and very exacting, which is pretty critical in golf equipment. I think golfers of all levels will benefit from the combination of COBRA’s high MOI design and SIK’s Descending Loft technology.”
Keep reading to find out more.
Cobra KING Supersport 35 Putter
To the meat and potatoes of it all, shall we? The first model being released in extremely limited quantities is named the KING Supersport 35. This putter design is fully 3D printed, something that is being done by one or two boutique companies out there, but by no other OEM and certainly not in coordination with HP and their Metal Jet printing.
The Supersport 35 is a heel-toe weighted blade putter that is slightly oversized in terms of footprint. Thanks to 3D printing not only was Cobra able to streamline the design, prototype, test, and release process, but they were also able to create something totally unique and not done before.
The body is printed out of 313 Stainless and features a wild and unique “metal lattice” within the frame that would be quite literally impossible via traditional casting or forging. The goal here was fine tuning the feel as well as moving weight to maximize the MOI in a blade putter without having to use adjustable weights or varying materials. The Supersport 35 also features a plumber’s neck hosel design with a 35° toe-hang. The putter is finished out with a CNC milling to bring out the final high-quality look, again faster and more streamlined than the usual putter production methods.
The Supersport 35 is finished out with a face design done in cooperation with SIK golf as previously mentioned. This is a huge deal as it is taking their patented DLT (descending loft technology) and implementing it into an aluminum insert. For those unfamiliar, SIK’s face design features four different lofts from the top of the face to the bottom (4°, 3°, 2°, 1°) and has been shown to provide consistent roll regardless of the persons putting stroke AoA. Needless to say, a tremendously cool aspect to this putter that will almost guarantee the performance it taken up a notch.
So, for those of you who have been clamoring for a putter, its time to get excited.
The number one question that will be asked with this new technology is what does it sound like? We dropped our tiny microphone near impact and rolled a few putts for you.
Just the Beginning
This release is the continuation of exciting outside the box and disruptive thinking from Cobra, first MIM, and now 3D printing, both things that no other major manufacturer is utilizing. That said, the company also assures everyone that this is just the beginning of their partnership with HP which will span multiple years as well as extending beyond putters. This is a new era in speed as well as quality, making the impossible possible, and to prove that there will be two more 2021 releases coming from these relationships.
What do you think of the KING Supersport 35? How about the new path that Cobra Golf is blazing for itself in the industry? Be sure to let us know both below as well as in the THP community.
The Details
Availability: November 20, 2021 – Only at CobraGolf.com
Price: $399.00
Specs: 34” only, with Lamkin SinkFIt Smartgrip featuring Cobra Connect powered by Arccos
Quantity: Very Limited
I make more putts with a blade (and it isn’t close) but I have more two putts with a mallet. I go back and forth and back and forth. So I’m optimistic!
It’s why I bought it too. Give it a far shot at the bag but it’s so darn cool! The future looks bright.
For someone like me who is used to a Anser type putter with the sleek curves and such, this is very boxy just looking down at it and at the target line. This model being a concept for Cobra, I’m sure that they will get the weight, looks and sound just right and when that happens, I’ll probably be one of the many who will try it. I do see Cobra doing stuff that probably hasn’t been done with putters before and I think they’ll be successful. Again just my opinion.
Getting ready to travel anyway, so it will sit and wait for me to return.
I felt like a kid opening a present looking for that darn ball mark tool. Alas…nothing else inside the box. Rumor squashed @OITW.
For a golfer not a big fan of this style of putter, it is growing on me quickly and will give it a fair shot.
oh crap, I just thought about the tool. yeah, i didn’t see one either, now i’m sad.
I really wish people would stop saying it reminds them of a Cure. I still have nightmares of that awful looking thing and that sound.
I think it is very satisfying feel/sound-wise.
Guess mine will go straight to the marketplace.
Just send it to me instead
You know what I’ll be sending you LOL
I had completely forgotten about the divot tool when I opened my box. Now, I am a little disappointed.
This thing is showing me that the future is bright and will be here before we know it. My initial opinion is VERY positive for the probability that it makes the bag. The look is a little different and does have an older Cure putter look and the overall design is new, so it’s going to take some adjustment to. The blade length is longer than what I’m used to and minor misses toe side feel really good and retain speed. The Sik face technology is cool but I need to see it on course before I really know what’s going on there. It was putting a real good roll on the ball on my indoor putting green
Anyone who says the feel is bad is on something. It isn’t the best feel I’ve ever felt but it is FAR from the worst. It’s pretty darn good compared to what I was expecting.
The little things are pretty OK. The grip feels great but it’s super busy looking. The integrated Arccos sensor makes it all worth it to keep but man it’s super busy. The worst part – the headcover. Very sub par and it won’t ever see the course but I was hoping for better. That’s my biggest complaint, which says a lot.
Anyone have questions?
Might have been press kits vs actual LE release. Which makes me incredibly sad.
Great summary. I see everything you are saying. The business doesn’t bother me. It says, “I am a Cobra product.” Cobra often is a little busy. I think I most excited about the SIK technology, but, as you say, who can make an assessment on a small indoor putting mat?
If course test goes well tomorrow. The grip might not last long, which will also allow a shaft extension. ?
Agreed on the headcover. But it’s really snug in other headcovers I have laying around.
Snug and awesome is an upgrade. It’s the method I’m going ?
Thanks for the initial thought G
nice write-up – if the worst thing is the headcover that’s a pretty good start
If that 34” is just tooshort for someone, I may be able to make it work…..
The tech story is great, I love the looks, and the feedback here makes it sound like this would be a putter I would really like.
It’s not your fault, it is definitely the companies who put out such great deals
I can’t imagine anyone not appreciating the spirit of Christmas.
The thing is, she would have probably bought it for me. I don’t think she appreciated just how limited it was when I told her about it. There is limited edition like some of the drivers and then LIMITED EDITION like this putter.
When you get a moment, can you send a pic of the grip?
I will do it when I arrive at the office.
I know how you feel. I would prefer this putter for Christmas too.
I would agree with most of this, though I haven’t rolled it yet so I cannot speak to feel. I love the weight though. My first putter was a Ping Zing 2, and it was so light it would move around on me in the wind or even just normal putts. Some of that was technique for sure, but I started searching for heavier putters and that helps me so with this putter feeling heavier than most I’ve used I’m really excited to give it a shot.
So far I think it’s a great way for Cobra to jump back into putters, though I also agree that the head cover could be much better. I won’t know till I can get it out on the course for an extended trial but I am optimistic that I’m going to like what this putter offers.
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Yes, they have been for a while now.
No sound similarities at all.
My love affair is a bit on hold, however, because I discovered that the grip is actually on pretty crooked. I contacted Cobra CS and they are sending a new grip (my requested path forward) so we are all set. Not a real problem but it was a sad realization after the anticipation but their CS is top notch, as always.
I’m shocked. Thought a few would last till December.
I’m really, really surprised too because you had the scoop early. I have faith you will find a way to one eventually.
When they said limited, they truly meant limited. Not what crackpot Shiels said.
Eventually!
First, I think the SIK technology is more than a gimmick. I tried rolling putts with more forward press than normal for me. I also tried making contact near the top of the face, as well as near the bottom. The ball seemed to roll the same way, no matter how I struck the putt. This is pretty encouraging for me, because I believe my putting could improve by staying on my line better. If the ball gets rolling quickly when not struck properly, the line should improve.
Second, there is an audible sound when the putter makes contact with the ball. The putter feels fine, but it certainly is not a soft, soft feel.
Three, I like the size of the head. It is confidence inspiring for me and there is some forgiveness to it, as I hit a few off the toe and they rolled out nicely.
I am glad, but not surprised that customer service is taking care of you. I have felt like the ball comes off the face a little bit faster with this head than some other putters I use. It’s not a bad thing at all, but it is interesting that you noticed it, as well.
First, this thing is heavy. Compared to my Toulon Chicago, obviously with a stroke lab shaft, this putter has some heft to it. My stroke was off for a little trying to get used to it, but I adjusted relatively quickly. Though my speed control is still lacking at the moment. I will have no doubt I will improve. I did roll three perfect putts in a row from six feet in my puttout though, so it’s very encouraging
Second is it definitely has more of a mallet-y feel to it. No matter where I hit it on the face, the ball stayed on its original line. The thing inspires some confidence and the thing has real forgiveness.
Third is the feel. I rolled softer and harder balls and while I usually like the feel of a softer ball off of a putter, with this face, I much preferred a harder one. The click off of the face is so satisfying. I really wanted to keep rolling it. The softer ball also felt good, don’t get me wrong, but I was really surprised how much I liked the more clicky feel.
Last is, while I would have much preferred a magnetic closing on the stock headcover, I think this head is so chunky that it may be easier to have velcro. I used one of my swag covers on it and it didn’t seem to want close easily. I think the velcro may have been by design, not because they were being cheap. The size of the back of the putter also makes it almost impossible to pick up a ball from the green. Though if I make my putts, I shouldn’t be worrying about that in the first place
This was all done very quickly and only on a putting mat but first impressions are all really positive. I’m excited to keep working with it. Though I have no idea when the next time I can be outside with it will be so it will all be may putting and simulator putting for the winter
Been waiting for the @OITW review dissertation.
FedEx be like