TaylorMade introduces the newest addition to the Spider putter lineup: Spider FCG. FCG stands for forward center of gravity and introduces a new concept in weighting and performance for the Spider putter. From the forward center of gravity and reconfigured weighting to a new insert and alignment design, TaylorMade’s FCG Spider putter has plenty of new features. TGW takes you inside the design with our exclusive review.
TaylorMade Spider FCG Putter Review
Technology
The new technology in the TaylorMade FCG Spider putter starts with the forward center of gravity and weighting. Heavy tungsten weights are placed in the heel and toe of the club closer to the face to force more weight forward in the club head. This creates a putter that releases and feels like a blade with all that weight closer to the face but in a high-MOI mallet shape.
TaylorMade also put a new version of their Pure Roll insert in the FCG Spider putter. This new insert weighs 25 grams and is made of copper. Copper delivers a firmer sound and feel while also putting more weight in the front of the club. The Pure Roll design increases topspin and improves forward roll to keep putts on their intended target line.
They also added a True Path T-sightline to the top of the putter. This system uses perpendicular alignment cues so you can easily line up putts from heel to toe or from front to back. You get more confidence that you are properly aligned with the contrasting alignment system.
Who It’s For
All golfers can play and benefit from the TaylorMade FCG Spider putter. It comes with 3 different hosel adjustments to fit slight arc, stronger arc, or straight-back, straight-through putting strokes. The high-MOI shape and forgiveness can help everyone on the greens. Golfers who prefer a blade putter will especially be intrigued by this design.
Appearance
The TaylorMade FCG Spider putter has an appearance that fits right in with the Spider family. It has a larger, high-MOI body with plenty of perimeter weighting. The True Path alignment aid is noticeable on the top of the putter and is invaluable when lining up those crucial putts.
Feel & Sound
The best way to describe the feel and sound of the TaylorMade FCG Spider putter is solid. By using a copper Pure Roll insert, this version of the Spider has a more solid “click” at impact that you feel and hear when you hit the golf ball. “This putter is solid, yet still soft. There’s a noticeable click with the new copper insert,” said Chandler Carr of TaylorMade.
