PXG Bat Attack ZT Putter Review: I never thought PXG would EVER do this AGAIN!

This is the new at PXG Bat Attack ZT Putter, and I don't say this very often, but I can’t believe they did it again. PXG may have potentially done the impossible. They have made a zero-torque, perfectly balanced putter that looks like a traditional-style mallet putter, all for under $450 bucks. It's crazy what PXG may have just pulled off for that price. The question is, does it work?

• Zero Torque Balance Technology: The putter is engineered to eliminate face twist throughout the stroke, keeping the face consistently square to the intended path for enhanced accuracy and confidence.

• S-Hosel Design: Features a unique S-hosel that aligns the shaft axis just above the center of gravity, creating a toe-up balance point and incorporating a built-in forward press to encourage optimal hand position and a smoother, more consistent putting motion.

• Hollow Body with S COR™ Polymer: Utilizes a hollow 303 stainless steel body filled with a proprietary lightweight polymer, redistributing weight to the perimeter for increased forgiveness and a higher moment of inertia.

Last year, PXG released their first zero torque putter, named after PXG Founder and CEO Bob Parsons' late brother Allan. What made this putter special was its unique S-shaped hosel that put the shaft directly over the putter's center of gravity and man, did it work.

Now, the Bat Attack ZT is PXG's second zero-torque putter, and it has been designed to significantly reduce face rotation as well. That ZT stands for "zero torque" - basically, a fancy way to say that the face stays square without you having to baby it through your stroke. The Bat Attack runs on the same technology as the Allan. It’s got an S-shaped hosel that curves back behind where you strike the ball. So if you drew an imaginary line from the grip straight down, and it hits the exact balance point of the putter head. This is what makes the putter so unique from a balance standpoint.

So what does this mean for your putting? Well, the head naturally wants to stay square throughout your swing. You make your backstroke, the face stays put. You swing through, same deal. No more fighting to keep things lined up. Your ball starts rolling where you're actually aiming, and suddenly those six-footers don't look so scary.

However, the most significant difference between this and the Allen? The Bat Attack shape is way more traditional. The Allen had a pretty unique design - PXG basically built the putter around the technology. But the Bat Attack? It's shaped like those classic mid-sized mallets you've probably rolled before. You'll feel right at home standing over it, and that's why I think that's gonna make a lot of golfers more confident in trying out this zero torque technology.

Now, there are some cool features you can't see from the outside, but they make a huge difference in how this putter feels and performs. First off, it's milled from 303 stainless steel, but there's a large empty chamber right behind the face. PXG fills this chamber with a special polymer they call S-core. If S-core sounds familiar, that's because they use it in the Allen putter and in a bunch of their irons,  too. What's that do for you? Takes weight out while killing those harsh vibrations. Plus, it makes the putter sound money when you strike it.

The face plate has this diamond-shaped pyramid pattern that's super thin. By removing weight from the front and adding that S-core polymer behind it, you get a better feel and sound, even with that thin face. But those little pyramids aren't just for show either. They help grip the ball and get it rolling end-over-end faster. You know how putters have a few degrees of loft that can make the ball hop at first? This texture fights that bounce and gets you that smooth roll you’ll see on the tour.

Like most zero torque putters, this one has some onset. That means the face sits forward of the hosel, closer to the target. They even throw in a grip that naturally puts your hands forward by two degrees. Everything's designed to get you in that perfect position at impact.

Here's what blew me away - this thing feels butter-soft compared to other zero torque putters. If you're coming from a regular stainless putter, you'll immediately notice the softer sound and feel. The sound's muted, and the ball comes off a touch slower, too, so you'll need to give it a bit more juice at first.

Which I think is from the polymer inside, and maybe those face pyramids. But once you dial in the speed, which takes like five minutes on the practice green, the zero torque effect is wild. Some putters claim this technology but don't deliver. This one? It literally feels like it's on autopilot. The best way I can describe it is that it feels like it just glides back and through like it's on invisible tracks. Don't overthink it, don't manipulate anything with your hands - just let it ride. Yeah, the feel and speed take some getting used to, but that's nothing compared to how stable this thing is.

Even when you catch one toward the heel or toe, it still rolls pretty true. That's because all that polymer in the middle pushes weight out to the heel and toe. More perimeter weighting equals more forgiveness - physics 101 for better putting. PXG doesn't make a big deal about this, but trust me, you'll feel the difference when you inevitably miss the sweet spot.

The Bat Attack Zero Torque could be a game-changer for your putting. It cleaned up my putting big time. More putts started on my target line, and once you get the speed dialed, your distance control gets way more consistent. Better feel for pace, better reads, more made putts - that's what we're all after, right?

If you're thinking about a new putter for the upcoming season, put this one on your short list. The technology actually works, the traditional shape won't freak you out, and the performance backs up the price tag. Just be ready for that initial adjustment to the softer feel and slower ball speed. So, if you're on the fence, wondering if PXG Bat Attack ZT Putter is worth the investment, then I would highly recommend going to PXG to get fitted and test it out yourself.