If you have been paying attention to the PGA Tour the past few weeks, then you know about the worst kept secret in putters. In the bag of Jon Rahm as well as being the number one model on Tour the past couple of weeks, the 2-Ball Ten is very real, and it’s actually part of a new Odyssey Ten lineup.
The company is running with the tagline “Shape Matters”, and they could not have nailed it more concisely or accurately if they wanted to.
When Powers Combine
First off, like it or not, the Odyssey 2-Ball is on the Mount Rushmore of putter shapes. This is a design that was the first true outside the box mallet that proved mallets could be beneficial to even the best players on the planet. From there, the floodgates opened, and it finally became OK to push the limits of putters. But how do you take that to the next level?
Well, you have it procreate with another legendary shape of course.
Enter the Odyssey Ten, which yes, is very similar in appearance to another Mount Rushmore putter shape. That said, Odyssey has perhaps perfected it, and since its addition to their arsenal, it has been a hit both in sales and on Tour. Someone who is way smarter than the rest of us at Odyssey had the thought of combining the Ten shape with the 2-Ball, and here we are.
However, it’s much more than that, in fact, the 2-Ball is but a piece of the new line of putters from Odyssey.
Odyssey Ten Lineup
What has happened here in terms of shape is a cleaner overall look, which Odyssey says has been done by things like closing the “windows” which were on the original Ten in order to make for a cleaner visual at address. The blending of the two putter shapes into one makes for what the company believes to be their most complete and effective 2-Ball variety ever.
However, it’s not just a looks thing. The melding of the designs has translated to quantifiable performance benefits as well. In fact, the new Ten putters have 32% higher MOI compared to the original 2-Ball as well as 20% less twisting at impact, 33% more speed consistency, and 44% more topspin consistency. What does it mean? When you miss center, it will be incredibly stable, predictable, and consistent.
A major reason for those last two stats was the decision to go with the Microhinge Star insert rather than the newly revived White Hot. According to Odyssey, the reason is simple, this putter line is about producing the best possible roll. The MH Star is the best pure performance insert that Odyssey has ever made, and it may not be the OG White Hot, but it is also immensely popular on Tour with its notable firmness.
As for the options, obviously there is a Ten 2-Ball which will feature the iconic circles and be available in plain, Triple Track, and also with the much asked about single Tour Line. Understanding that the circles aren’t for everyone that might benefit from the putter shape itself, they are also releasing a Ten Triple Track, and a Tenwhich has the single long alignment line.
The Details
The new Odyssey Ten line of putters will each feature the same updated Stroke Lab shaft which first released in the White Hot OG putters, simply in charcoal instead of red. Additionally, every head style will be available in S-neck or Double Bend options with a blue and grey Odyssey pistol or oversized grip. The putters will all come in at $299.99 on their release.
What do you think? Is the meshing of legendary shapes something that catches your eye and interest? Let us hear your thoughts below as well as on the THP Community!
the Rahmbo 2 ball was clear and away the winner. It is so addicting when you make a clean stroke with the OG insert. I wish it had triple track alignment, but other than that it is just so nice. It retains its position as the gamer.
Quite the expensive trip to get a couple head covers and tees…
Man, I’m jealous. I checked my local golf shot today, and alas, no WH 10. I was ready to walk out with one today. The search continues..
I did roll the WH OG 2-ball, and compared it to a Ten 2-ball, and I agree with you. It was easier for me to start putts too. It just felt like the head on the Ten sat lower on the ground, and framed the ball better than the OG two ball. Now, if I could find the Ten with the WH insert, that’s the combo, b/c that insert just felt so good today.
It’s getting scary how much I like this putter.
Looking forward to the change!
You just like taunting me with this…It needs a slant neck
If there was a Ten-S with White Hot, my wife would be so mad at me right now lol.
Mine was pretty upset when I got fit into a face balanced putter a couple weeks ago, since that meant I had to get the 2ball Ten OG ?
I want one of the WH 2 ball Ten so bad right now but after my fitting at the Grandaddy and switching to a slant neck, my putting got so much better. I have the Strokelab Ten from 2019 and I absolutely love it, but I love the feel of the WH insert. I love the feel of the WH Star insert with the CS, but have switch to CSX and a firmer ball in general and I feel like the WH paired with the CSX/firmer ball would be absolutely perfect!
I play with the CSX-LS and feel the same! It’s so good!
My dream putter is the 2-ball Ten-S with the Whitehot Microhinge insert that is in the original Strokelab line. :drool::drool::drool:
Found this one. But yeah, I’m not seeing it anywhere else anymore from a quick search. That’s interesting
Two Ball Ten with WH OG insert ordered and on the way. Should have it by next Friday, and it will be going head to head with my Exo Marxman for a spot in the bag.
Nice. I am waiting on the Ten S WHOG
I am just hoping it is coming.
The feel of the WHOG in the 2Ball Ten is great.
Same here. I am hoping that is an option next year. I hit the Ten White Hot and love the feel. I hit the Ten S and it fit me better. I am putting pretty well with my TwoBall blade, so I am holding out for the unicorn.
I have made the switch to the Ten S TT and having a lot of success with lines, I hope to get the distance dialed in this weekend.
Have you heard something I have not heard????? Is one coming?
I haven’t. Just hoping!
Had me excited and sad at the same time! Excited that it might be a thing, but sad because I know the wife would not be happy…
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Pretty interesting… I’m digging that contrast
Like that!
Oh I like that!
I want versa back soooooo bad. Loved the look
Special request in December??
Better believe that will come up at some point
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So just a red shaft on the standard 2 ball 10s head
You are correct. They answered me on Insta when I asked if it was a WH OG