Bettinardi unveils Antidote Series zero-torque putters

Lately, all the rage has been over zero-torque putters and Bettinardi is adding fuel to the fire with its latest releases, the Antidote SB1 and Antidote SB2.

For those unfamiliar, zero-torque putters have been taking over golf due to a design that places the center of gravity (CG) in the center of the putter head and directly below the axis of the shaft. This creates a putter that resists twisting and naturally tends to stay on track throughout the stroke without manipulation from the player.

Because of this, zero-torque putters will naturally balance with the toe up, as opposed to hanging toe or balancing the face.

While this is not the first time Bettinardi has ventured into the zero torque space, with the Antidote line their team has created two models, the Antidote SB1 blade and the Antidote SB2 mallet putter.

“The new Antidote putter series is the result of two years of dedicated work, including dozens of prototypes to perfect every detail,” Bettinardi president Sam Bettinardi said in a statement. “With our Simply Balanced technology, golfers can maintain square-to-square balance throughout the entire stroke, improving consistency and confidence. Each putter features the signature look and feel of Bettinardi Golf, ensuring players not only play, but the pure craftsmanship we are known for. “

Both putters, and their calibrated versions, feature Bettinardi’s FIT (Feel Impact Technology) grinding face, designed for a soft feel while maintaining responsiveness. The diamond blast finish helps to reduce glare at the address while the SB2 body and SB1 insert are done in a blue sapphire finish to create visual contrast.

As is common with zero-torque putters, the shaft enters the head with the wrong offset, forcing the player to start the stroke with forward pressure, avoiding any face opening that occurs when players do it just before the stroke.

Both the SB1 and SB2 are available for pre-order in standard and custom configurations now at Bettinardi.com and Fairway Jockey for $430. The new putters are scheduled to be officially released on January 24, 2025.

Putter details

Antidote SB1

Weight: 360g (400g counter)

Important: Body — 303 Stainless Steel / Pocket Insert – 6061 Aluminum

Finish it: Body — Diamond Blast / Pocket Insert – Sapphire Blue Anodized

Face Milling: FIT (Feel Impact Technology) FACE

The Loft: 3 degrees

Lies: 70 degrees

Offset: -1 degrees

Toe Hang: -90 degrees

Bettinardi 2025 Antidote SB1 Custom Putter

$429.99

SIMPLY BALANCE™ TECHNOLOGY G With a well-designed package and 6061 Aluminum insert, the SB1’s Center of Gravity (CoG) lies perfectly in the middle of the putter, creating a zero-torque head that stays naturally on the path and square from start to finish. FIT FACE™ (FEEL IMPACT TECHNOLOGY) FACE MILLING G Milled from 303 Stainless Steel. This exclusive Bettinardi facial grind removes 55% of facial material, resulting in a soft, responsive feel. DIAMOND BLAST AND SAPHIRE BLUE FINISH G The Antidote SB1 has a Diamond Blast finish that reduces glare at the address and features Sapphire Blue T-Alignment and Anodized 6061 Aluminum on the package insert.

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