golfrewind.com

im new at this and i was wondering how you picked out your putters. im planning on getting a putter soon and i dont know what kind of putter i should buy. i know there are blades and mallets. can anyone explain to me on what i should consider when picking out my putter???

Putting is about comfort, feel, and the club fitting your technique.

I would recommend trying out as many putters as you can with decent amount of space for your putting (avoid the tiny putting areas in many stores) and trying to get any indications as to which type of putter feels best and aims best for your putting stroke.

I would first determine where you want the shaft to be (offset, heel, center, etc.) and then work on which type of head you prefer (blade, small mallet, large mallet with alignment aids, etc.).

The length of a shaft is another item to feel comfortable with. Some people like the putter a little lower than others, so their arms hang down completely.

Do not forget that a putter works as a whole package. Make sure the ball is going where you think it should be going and feels comfortable in your hands when you choose your top putter.

1 additional item to consider, with your size (6'1" - 215), you may want to replace the grip with a thicker "grip" than "average". I know many friends who play with thicker grips on the putter to fit their hands better, because of their hand size.

Go to a golf store where they let you try out putters. Find one you like and either buy it there or go somewhere cheaper (on-line retailer or ebay).

There are so many different styles to choose from. Happy hunting.

what's the difference between the putter shafts that one of you guys mentioned above????

I was going to post a thread like this. I'm having heaps of trouble choosing a putter. I've just given up on my Scotty because as lovely as it is, I just think I need more help, and it's not forgiving enough for me. I don't have alot of confidence on the greens looking down on it.

I've used a 2-ball copy for a few years with some success, and was thinking about getting a real 2-ball, probably center shaft to reduce twisting, and probably a DFX for the firmer face. But I also really like the Ping G5i B60. The shape fits my eye and I like blue.

The problem is that I try a few out in a shop, and there's always one that stands out, but if I go back the next day it wont work for me anymore, and something else will be my favourite. But the Ping and the 2Ball are the frontrunners.

Center shaft joind the head at the center, instead of at the heel. Offset is when the shaft is slightly in front of the face and then has that bend at the hosel, like most standard ansers. I think.

Go hit some putter and take a look at the toe on the follow thru. If you allow the toe to tip over (close the club face.....called a release) on the follow thru your better off with a heal shafted blade/anser type putter. If you keep the face square thru impact and follow thru your better off with a mallet because both swings that I described do better with with those types of putters.

I love my YES putter, Tiffany model. I had it specifically measured for me, and gives the ball a true forward roll way quicker than any other putter. This putter truly performs miracles for me. Brought my scores down immediately.

It is a marketing trap, might I suggest picking one you are comfortable with and devoting the rest of your time to practicing with it. While there is something to be said for good equipment, more can be said for golfers who are good putters.

i've been thinking about getting a scotty cameron newport 2, but its REALLY expensive. anyone know where i can get one for cheaper than its retail price which is 240 bucks???

If we knew, we'd get it before anyone else, including fellow GRers!

well since scotty camerons are expensive and im picking out my first putter. what would be a good choice in the manufacturer?? i was looking at the nike putters, thoughts?????

I've heard both good and bad about nike's putters. I'd suggest you try Taylor Made's line of putters. They don't make mine anymore, but if you could find one (used), it would probably be cheap and they're just as good as a Scotty.

If you want something similar to a Scotty, check out www.slightergolf.com. Tom slighter makes custom made milled putters, very similar to Scotty's and a fair bit cheaper.

[quote=mr_sooty] But I also really like the Ping G5i B60. The shape fits my eye and I like blue.

The problem is that I try a few out in a shop, and there's always one that stands out, but if I go back the next day it wont work for me anymore, and something else will be my favourite. But the Ping and the 2Ball are the frontrunners.

I just recently got a new Ping G5i B60, 34 inch, left handed putter and it is really sweet. I like it because it is a half-mallet. I have been using several Anser style putters for many years, but fell in love at the pro shop with the new B60. I only got to try out a B60 in right hand, but since I am left handed, I had to order it; but the two weeks I waited were well worth it. It is super easy to aim and the insert gives me some great feedback. I have really stepped up my putting since I started using it. It's a class act. My golfing buddy uses a two ball, and he gets mad because I usually out putt him with my Ping.

Thanks for confusing things even more! I'd pretty much given up on the Ping,in favour of a center shafted 2-ball, but you make me think again.

Still, what works for you might not necessarilly work for me!