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Scotty Cameron adds Phantom 5, 7, 9R putters to mallet lineup for 2026

admin — Mon, 09 Feb 2026 14:53:06 +0000

Scotty Cameron updates the Phantom mallet line for 2026 with deeper faces, carbon steel inserts and more neck options to fit putting strokes.

Gear: Scotty Cameron Phantom putters (2026)

Price: $499 each, $549 (Phantom 5 OC)

Specs: Milled 303 stainless steel with carbon steel face insert, aluminum sole plate and adjustable sole weights.

Available: Feb. 27

Who it’s for: Golfers who want a modern mallet that looks cleaner behind the ball, feels more solid at impact and now comes in more hosel and configurations to match different putting strokes.

What you should know: The 2026 Phantom line extension builds on feel that golfers already love in Scotty Cameron mallets with deeper faces, more hidden performance technologies and neck options to help players find a model that suits their stroke and style.

The Deep Dive: The Phantom line has always been the place where Scotty Cameron provides his take on the modern, high-tech mallet. That means sharp lines, stable designs and clubs built for players who want alignment help without giving up feel. For 2026, the evolution continues with a handful of thoughtful changes that came directly from Tour feedback and player testing.

Every new model in the 2026 line—the Phantom 5, 7 and 9R—has a slightly deeper (taller) face and a more rounded crown. That may sound like a small tweak, but it changes how the putter sits in the address position and how a player sees it at address. The goal is simple: help golfers set the putter down squarely and keep it looking “right” even when if hand position shifts or the player is standing on a sloped portion of the green.

The most noticeable performance upgrade is the addition of full-face Studio Carbon Steel (SCS) inserts that carry over the chain-link milling pattern introduced on the Studio Style blades last season. Expanding the insert across the entire hitting area softens the sound of impact and keeps feel more consistent when putts aren’t struck dead center. It’s the kind of enhancement golfers won’t see on a spec sheet, but they will feel when they play.

To make room for the inserts, some material had to be removed, and some hidden structural work was done. Different models received different solutions, but in the Phantom 5 and 7 heads, a three-chambered truss support piece was added to make the center of the hitting area more rigid and to improve the harmonics. In the Phantom 9R, the body also needed to be stiffened, the aluminum sole plate was redesigned, and a truss was added to the housing that holds the sole weights. Again, golfers won’t see these changes, but they will work with the carbon steel insert to provide the sound discerning golfers have come to expect from Scotty Cameron putters.

Fitting is a major theme this cycle, and there are more neck options at launch than ever, giving golfers the chance to choose a Phantom that fits how they naturally swing the putter. The jet neck has been reshaped to sit more neutrally at address without losing its intended toe flow, and the new Onset Center (OC) option brings a low-torque option to the Phantom family for the first time.

The Phantom 5 lineup expands the most, with four versions now available: Phantom 5, Phantom 5.2, Phantom 5.5 and Phantom 5 OC, plus a left-handed Phantom 5.5 for southpaws.

Cosmetically, the 2026 models are cleaner and more refined, with alignment features that feel familiar but fresher. The shapes haven’t been reinvented, but the lines flow better, and the heads look more balanced behind the ball.

The improvements for 2026 aren’t meant to overhaul the Phantom line. They’re targeted refinements that help golfers set up more consistently, strike the ball more solidly and choose a model that works with their stroke.

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Scotty Cameron adds Santa Fe, Fastback 2 models to Studio Style lineup

admin — Fri, 06 Feb 2026 13:07:58 +0000

The Studio Style family grows with the return of the Santa Fe blade and new Fastback 2 options, adding toe-flow and long-design choices.

Gear: Scotty Cameron Studio Style Santa Fe, Fastback 2, Fastback 2 Long Design

Price: $499 (Santa Fe, Fastback 2), $549 (Fastback 2 Long Design)

Specs: Milled 303 stainless steel heads with Studio Carbon Steel face insert, chain-link face milling pattern, aluminum chassis, adjustable sole weights. Loft 3.5 degrees, lie 70 degrees.

Available: Feb. 12 (in stores)

Who it’s for: Golfers who like the look and feedback of classic Scotty Cameron shapes but want more precise toe-flow options, softer sound at impact and, in the case of the Long Design, added stability to quiet the hands.

What you should know: The Studio Style family, re-established in 2025, is expanding with three familiar-but-refined models. Santa Fe brings a high toe-flow blade back into the retail lineup, while Fastback 2 and Fastback 2 Long Design add a plumbing-neck option and a counterbalanced build to the mid-mallet side of the family.

The Deep Dive: When Scotty Cameron brought the Studio Style name back in 2025, it marked a subtle shift in how his retail putters approached feel. On Tour, where price is not a factor, Cameron often uses German Stainless Steel (GSS), but that material is too expensive to use in retail putters. However, carbon steel inserts, once also the domain of Tour-only builds and early-2000s experiments, could work. Cameron opted for the added a chain-link milling pattern designed to soften sound without muting feedback. The result was a new line that felt distinctly different from fully milled stainless steel Camerons, while still looking unmistakably classic.

For 2026, a line extension builds directly on that foundation, and the Studio Style Santa Fe will be the headliner for traditionalists. Long a cult favorite, the rounded Newport-style blade returns with a flow neck that promotes maximum toe flow and face awareness. Paired with the Studio Carbon Steel insert, the Studio Style Santa Fe blends an old-school silhouette with the softer acoustics that defined the original Studio Style relaunch.

On the mid-mallet side, the Studio Style Fastback 2 answers a different request. By pairing the compact Fastback head with a plumbing neck (in Scotty-speak, a 2 indicates a plumber’s neck), Cameron created a version with moderate toe flow that will feel more familiar to players coming from Newport-style blades. The black anodized aluminum heel-toe inlay isn’t cosmetic; it allows weight to be pushed outward, boosting stability while also creating a high-contrast alignment frame at address.

The Studio Style Fastback 2 Long Design takes that same head and stretches the concept further. Built at 38 inches with a heavier head, 25-gram tungsten sole weights, a stiffer shaft and a 17-inch non-tapered grip, it’s designed for golfers who want to smooth out their stroke and reduce excessive hand action. Long Design putters aren’t for everyone, but for players who like a counterbalanced feel, this version adds another legitimate option to the Studio Style lineup.

Collectively, the Santa Fe, Fastback 2 and Fastback 2 Long Design don’t reinvent the Studio Style family. And they weren’t meant too. Instead, they round it out, filling in toe-flow gaps and stroke-type preferences that naturally emerge once consumers and fitters start spending time with a family of putters. If the original 2025 release was about reintroducing feel, this extension is about helping golfers find their fit.

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ECCO GOLF ADDS AARON RAI TO ELITE TOUR LINEUP

admin — Mon, 26 Jan 2026 05:56:10 +0000

ECCO GOLF has announced the addition of PGA TOUR star Aaron Rai to its elite tour ambassador lineup. A consistent performer on the global stage and a familiar face within the ECCO GOLF community, Rai joins the brand’s roster of ambassadors as one of the most exciting English talents in the game today.

Currently ranked inside the top 30 in the Official World Golf Ranking, Rai has established himself as one of the most accurate and composed players on the PGA TOUR, with a breakout triumph at the Wyndham Championship in 2024. A three-time DP World Tour winner – with victories at the 2018 Honma Hong Kong Open, the 2020 Aberdeen Standard Investments Scottish Open, and the 2025 Abu Dhabi HSBC Championship – he has also transitioned seamlessly to the U.S. circuit, where his steady rise and professionalism have earned widespread respect among fans and fellow players.

Rai’s relationship with ECCO GOLF is longstanding, and he has been wearing ECCO GOLF shoes by choice for many years, including throughout his recent run of form on the PGA TOUR. His belief in the brand’s craftsmanship, comfort, and performance innovation makes this official partnership a natural next step in an already strong connection.

“I’m thrilled to officially become an ECCO GOLF ambassador,” said Rai. “I’ve worn ECCO shoes for a long time, because they’ve always given me the perfect combination of performance and comfort. I’ve long admired the brand’s dedication to quality and innovation, and it feels fantastic to make our partnership official. ECCO represents everything I value – attention to detail, comfort, and build quality – and I’m proud to now be representing the brand on tour.”

Rai joins a diverse and world-class group of ECCO GOLF ambassadors, including Thorbjørn Olesen, Aaron Rai, Thomas Bjørn, Erik van Rooyen, Lydia Ko, Lin Xiyu, and Freddy Schott, among others.

Timo Vollrath, Head of Global Marketing at ECCO GOLF, commented: “We’re delighted to welcome Aaron to the ECCO GOLF ambassador family. He’s been a great friend of the brand for many years, and his professionalism, humility, and consistency align perfectly with our ethos. As one of the world’s best players and a longstanding wearer of ECCO GOLF shoes, this feels like a perfect fit, and we’re excited to support him as he continues his career.”

Player profile

Aaron Rai

Age: 30

Turned professional: 2012

Professional wins: 8

Career highlights:

2025 Abu Dhabi HSBC Championship

2024 Wyndham Championship

2020 Scottish Open

2018 Hong Kong Open

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