Golf Basics - Choosing Your Putter
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Golf Basics: How to Choose the Right Putter
Choosing the right putter is essential for improving your golf game. Avoid making your decision based on these three low-priority factors:
1. Your Best Friend's Putter: Unless you've tried it and it genuinely works for you, don't pick a putter just because it works for someone else.
2. Trendy Designs: Avoid choosing a putter solely because it looks good or is currently popular.
3. Pro Endorsements: Just because a tour pro uses it doesn’t mean it's right for you.
Instead, focus on these key features when selecting a putter:
Key Considerations
- Shaft Length and Lie Angle:
- Ensure the putter fits you so that you can address the ball with your eyes directly over the target line and your hands under your shoulders.
- It should be comfortable for extended practice without causing fatigue in your shoulders, legs, or back.
- Mistake Correction:
- Identify common mistakes in your stroke. Use impact tape on your current putter and make 30 strokes to find patterns.
- If your marks are near the heel, opt for a heel-shafted putter. If towards the head, consider a center-shafted option.
- Alignment Aids:
- If alignment aids help your stroke, don't hesitate to use them. They're legal and beneficial.
- Weight Adjustments:
- Try a putter with a light head, then add a little weight, like taping dimes to the back, to see if it improves your stroke.
- Grip Size and Shape:
- The grip should be comfortably small for control yet large enough to prevent uncomfortable finger overlap.
- Putters can have a flat top grip for consistency, unlike other clubs.
Final Thoughts
Putting relies heavily on personal feel. The best putter is the one that not only suits your eye but also enhances your performance. Take your time testing various makes and models before making your final choice. Find the one that feels right for you, and it will greatly improve your game.
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