Alignment has always been one of the most personal aspects of putting. Some golfers prefer a simple dot, others rely on long sight lines, and many fall somewhere in between. What has remained constant is the search for something that makes aiming feel more natural and repeatable.
PING is taking a different approach with its latest release.
The new Scottsdale TEC putter lineup introduces a technology called Eye Q, developed through eye-tracking research designed to better understand how golfers visually engage with the ball and putter at address.
Eye Q Alignment Technology
At the center of the Scottsdale TEC line is Eye Q, a system built around a concept known as “Quiet Eye.” This idea focuses on how long and how consistently a golfer’s gaze remains fixed on a target before making a stroke.
PING engineers used Tobii eye-tracking glasses to study how golfers interact visually with different alignment designs. The data showed that certain configurations helped stabilize a player’s gaze and extend that final moment of focus, something that has been linked to improved performance.
The result is a combination of a small focal point on the top rail paired with a longer alignment line. The goal is simple. Help the golfer settle their eyes, lock onto a target, and maintain that focus through the stroke.
It’s a different way of thinking about alignment. Rather than just helping aim, it’s designed to influence how you process what you’re seeing before the putt even starts.
Mallet-Only Design Philosophy
PING made the decision to build the Scottsdale TEC line exclusively out of mallets.
That choice reflects the continued shift toward higher MOI designs, where forgiveness and stability take priority. Across the entire line, the putters are engineered to resist twisting and maintain consistency on off-center strikes.
The construction plays a big role here. A lightweight aluminum body is paired with a dense stainless steel sole plate, pushing mass low and to the perimeter to increase MOI and improve stability. This is an interesting twist, as you’ll often see aluminum used on sole plates, but PING has always done things a little differently.
This multi-material approach allows PING to fine-tune both forgiveness and center of gravity placement without compromising overall feel.
Onset Designs and Full Face Visibility
One of the more interesting elements in the Scottsdale TEC lineup is the use of onset hosel designs in select models.
In the Ally Blue Onset and Ketsch Onset, the shaft sits slightly behind the face, closer to the centerline of the putter head. This positioning allows for a clearer view of the ball at address while still maintaining the stability of a mallet.
It’s a concept that has already gained traction on Tour. Tony Finau has put the Ally Blue Onset into play, noting how the combination of the dot and alignment line helps center the ball and promote a more consistent roll.
For golfers who have traditionally leaned toward blade putters but are curious about mallet forgiveness, like Finau, they believe this design may offer a more comfortable transition.
Center of Gravity and Stability
As with all PING putters, center of gravity placement remains a key part of the design philosophy.
Each Scottsdale TEC model positions the CG behind the shaft axis, which PING refers to as a “pulling” motion through the stroke. The idea is that this configuration promotes stability and reduces unwanted twisting, helping the putter stay on line more easily.
It’s a concept rooted in Karsten Solheim’s original design principles, and it continues to be a defining characteristic of PING putters today.
PEBAX Insert and Feel
Feel is often the final piece of the puzzle, and PING is using a one-piece PEBAX insert across the Scottsdale TEC line.
PEBAX is an elastomer commonly used in athletic footwear, known for its combination of softness and energy return. In a putter, that translates to a responsive feel at impact with consistent ball speeds across the face.
The lightweight nature of the insert also allows for additional discretionary weight, which can be repositioned to further optimize forgiveness and stability.
PING Scottsdale TEC Model Overview
The lineup includes three primary models, each offering a slightly different look and stroke fit.
The Ally Blue Onset is designed for straight strokes and features a 370g head with the onset shaft configuration. A counterbalanced version is also available for players seeking additional stability.
The Ketsch Onset builds on a familiar PING shape with three prominent alignment lines and is geared toward players with a slight arc in their stroke.
The Hayden offers a different look with a heel-shafted design and a long alignment line that works in conjunction with the Eye Q focal point to guide the golfer’s focus forward.
Across all models, loft is set at 3 degrees, with lie angles around 20 degrees depending on the configuration.
Pricing and Availability
The PING Scottsdale TEC putters are available for pre-order now at authorized retailers.
The lineup includes the Ally Blue Onset, Ketsch Onset and Hayden models, each priced at $435.
For more information, visit ping.com.
