Selecting The Right Putter For Your Game
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Choosing the Perfect Putter for Your Game
Overview
Selecting the right putter is crucial for improving your golf game. With numerous options available, it's essential to research and find one that suits both your budget and playing style. A well-suited putter can significantly lower your golf handicap, which I often emphasize in my golf lessons.
Key Considerations
When choosing a putter, consider the following factors: price, quality, type, clubhead, and alignment system. Additionally, think about face inserts, loft, and hosel design.
Price and Quality
Putter prices range from $30 to over $250, generally reflecting the quality. However, you don't need to overspend to find the right one. Explore different price ranges to discover a putter that feels good and fits your budget. With some effort, you might find an affordable putter that performs like a high-end model.
Types of Putters
There are three main types of putters: traditional, belly, and long.
- Traditional Putters: These are the most popular, offering a great balance of feel and precision. They require steady wrists, which can be challenging for some players and may affect those with back issues.
- Belly Putters: These provide stability by adding a point of contact with your abdomen, enhancing wrist control and putting posture. However, their longer shafts and thicker grips can reduce feel and feedback.
- Long Putters: Ideal for players with back problems, these create a pure pendulum swing and eliminate wrist action. They may lack sensitivity, which affects distance control but are used by professionals facing putting difficulties.
Clubhead Styles
Putter clubheads come in three styles: blade, cavity back, and mallet.
- Blade: Offers weight distribution to the heel or bottom, providing a thinner visual line when addressing the ball. It may be harder to control compared to other styles.
- Cavity Back: Features a hollow back area, creating a larger sweet spot.
- Mallet: Larger than traditional heads, with varying shapes. Options like face-balanced and heel-toe weighted mallets help promote straight strokes and reduce mishits.
Alignment System
Proper alignment is crucial for sinking putts. Choose a putter with a visual aid to ensure alignment with the hole. There isn't a universally superior alignment system, so select one that feels right for you.
Additional Features
- Face Inserts: Made from various materials like metal or rubber, inserts enhance feel, feedback, and heel-toe weighting. While beneficial, they aren't essential.
- Loft: Putters usually have around 4 degrees of loft to prevent the ball from bouncing. You can adjust loft based on your hand position at impact.
- Offset Shaft or Hosel: An offset design appeals to many players, helping with the line of sight and ensuring hands remain ahead of the ball during the stroke.
Final Thoughts
A good putter is vital for improving your golf handicap. Prioritize feel and comfort when selecting one. Before buying, try out the putter to ensure it suits your game. Many retailers offer the option to test them on small putting greens or let you try them at home. This hands-on experience is invaluable in making the right choice.
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