JDHolmes Posted July 11, 2017 Share Posted July 11, 2017 Thought I'd ask for other opinions. I've been thriugh a LOT of different putters. I just bought a new Ping Ketsch today. I bought it because I couldnt miss with it (on the "green at PGA Superstore". 30 footers one after another from a variety of locations. Anything inside 8 ft was never missed. Im not a "bad" putter, averaging 32 putts per round but feel like it should be better than that. So, how do you choose? Sure, it felt good, ball rolled true, great alignment marks, but its a different world on grass. What helps you choose the right putter? Sent from my SM-G920V using MyGolfSpy mobile app Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TBT Posted July 11, 2017 Share Posted July 11, 2017 I'm convinced that the putting greens at golf shops are sloped towards the cups..lol XR Driver Matrix Ozik 8m3 Black Tie Shaft King F7 3W UST Mamiya Chrome Elements 7F4 Shaft King F7 5W UST Mamiya Chrome Elements 7F4 Shaft King F7 4 Hybrid Graphite Designs Tour AD-HY 95 Shaft PXG 0211 DC 5-PW Mitsubishi MMT 80 Shafts RTX ZIPCORE 50*,54*,58* UST Mamiya Recoil 95 Shafts Metal X Milled #7 with SuperStroke 2.0 grip MTB Twitter: @timldotson Instagram: timldotson Facebook: TimDotson Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Miboy62 Posted July 11, 2017 Share Posted July 11, 2017 I bought a Wilson 8802 this year, love the feel. ZX5 MKII LS 8.5 Stealth 2 plus 3 wood Stealth 2 plus 5 wood Stealth 2 plus 19.5 Hybrid ZX5 MKll 5 / AW Dart stiff MG3 black 52 9b 58 12b 7.5 Phantom 34” Z Star Diamond 2023 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JDHolmes Posted July 11, 2017 Author Share Posted July 11, 2017 TBT, i may agree with that. I did do this on multiple (3) different days but its unusual for me to pay retail for clubs of any type. Sent from my SM-G920V using MyGolfSpy mobile app Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigtazzGolf Posted July 12, 2017 Share Posted July 12, 2017 When in the market for a putter. I factor in cost, feel, looks and weight/length. If all of these are met. Then it's a good chance that club is coming home lol Tazz Grip n Rip it Grip n Rip it Chicks dig the LONG ball In my staff bag King F7+ Mitsubishi Tensei CK Pro White 60 - Graphite Tour X-Stiff CBX 13.5 3 Wood Atomic Irons 4-AW (reviewing) CG16 Satin 52* 588 RTX 2.0 56* and 60* Sentio Sierra 101-M Putter Proud tester of the Tommy Armour ATOMIC Irons Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cnosil Posted July 12, 2017 Share Posted July 12, 2017 For me it is all about performance and performance has nothing to do with how many putts I make on an instore putting green. I judge a putter by the ability to start the ball on my intended line. If I can't do that for any stroke length it is the wrong putter for me. Driver: G400 Max 9* w/ KBS Tour Driven Fairway: TS3 15* w/Project X Hzardous Smoke Hybrids: 915H 21* w/KBS Tour Graphite Hybrid Prototype 915H 24* w/KBS Tour Graphite Hybrid Prototype Irons: TR20V 6-11 w/Vizard TR20-85 Graphite Wedge: 54/12D, 60/8M w/:Accra iWedge 90 Graphite Putter: TM-180 Testing: Backups: Milled Collection RSX 2, mFGP2, Futura 5W Member: MGS Hitsquad since 2017 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BDubya23 Posted July 12, 2017 Share Posted July 12, 2017 Feel is probably the top priority for me, followed by cost then looks. I really could probably put those in any order. I like a soft feeling putter that catches my eye, nothing too bold. I've never paid a ridiculous amount for one either, and I don't ever see that changing. I will try and find a cheaper alternative. Driver: Ping G 9.5* Fairway: TaylorMade AeroBurner Hybrid: Adams Blue Irons: TaylorMade Burner 2.0 Wedges: TaylorMade Tour Preferred EF Putter: Odyssey O-Works #1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Canucklehead Posted July 12, 2017 Share Posted July 12, 2017 Because of how unique putting is to everyone, feel far and away top of the list (for me anyways). Next would be looks I suppose and having confidence standing over the putter. Cost isn't much of an issue with me. If I drop 3 or 4 strokes per round, it's worth it Sent from my E6853 using MyGolfSpy mobile app Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shaggy_05 Posted July 12, 2017 Share Posted July 12, 2017 As a starting point, I use the iping app to measure my stroke type. I use that to narrow down what toe hang I should use. Then I go into a store and figure how putter weight affects my distance control. I know I need a lighter putter or I am going to blow everything by. From there I look for my preference like alignment aids and the feel of the face. Sent from my Nexus 5X using MyGolfSpy mobile app Driver: Ping G30 10.5 adjusted to 9.5, Aldila NV 2KXV Green R 65G FW Wood: E8, 15*, Aldila NV Green R 65G Hybrids: M3 19, 21, 23, Aldila RIP Phenom 85 shaft, R; Irons: C200, 5-PW, KBS Tour R Wedges: RTX, 48-54-60*, DG Wedge flex; Putter: Odyssey M330 Versa 34" In the stable:Versa Jailbird, Versa #6, Ping Ketsch, Anser 2, Piper C, Shea H, Yes Pippi, Cleveland Classic 5.5, Spalding TPM 7 Ball: Duo Cart: Cliqgear 3.5+ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jmikecpa Posted July 12, 2017 Share Posted July 12, 2017 I just buy them. Not too selective in what i need in a putter. Sent from my iPad using MyGolfSpy WITB 2024 Qi10 LS 9* HZRDUS RDX Smoke Blue 60g 6.5 M5 15* Evenflow Black 75g 6.5 Sim Ti 22* HZRDUS Red 75g 6.5 Sim2 Rescue 22* Diamana Thump 100x X Forged CB 5 - PW MMT 105 TX Jaws Raw 50*, 54* & 58* TTDG "OG" Spinner Toulon Madison BGT Fire 34.75" Z Star Diamond Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spur22 Posted July 12, 2017 Share Posted July 12, 2017 Performance first then aesthetics. If it meets those 2 I'll game it. The 18th green is right in front of the club house, so if I'm really interested in something I'll take it out and see how it works for me. Sent from my HTC 10 using MyGolfSpy mobile app Speedzone Xtreme 11.5* Bio Cell+ 18.5* G10 24* Srixon U85 26* Mizuno MP-32 6-PW Vokey SM6 52* and 58* Scotty Cameron Select GoLo Taylormade TP5x I'm on Instagram as @sharpened_development_llc Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yungkory Posted July 12, 2017 Share Posted July 12, 2017 I take it on a reasonably-priced date - like a step above Sizzler. Cheesecake Factory or something. Then I ask it, "are you going to prevent me from 3-putting?" If it says yes, it gets dessert. If it tells me I'm going to be deadly accurate within 10 feet, and within 3 on all of my lag putts, it goes in the bag. Driver: Rogue ST Max LS Tensei AV Blue S 3w/5w: TSi2 Tensei AV Raw Blue S 4h: CLK 22* Hybrid Tensei CK Pro Blue 80HY S Irons 5-PW: 223 Steelfiber PR 95 S Wedges: RTX Zipcore Tour Rack 50, 54, 58 Steelfiber PR 105 Putter: LAB Link.1 Ball: Z-Star Diamond Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JDHolmes Posted July 12, 2017 Author Share Posted July 12, 2017 I just buy them. Not too selective in what i need in a putter. Sent from my iPad using MyGolfSpy That's been my (vice, problem, issue, method, other adjective of choice) in the past. Last Christmastime, I had 40 putters lining the wall in my spare room. I sold most but it was not a very effective means of finding one i could use. Sent from my SM-G920V using MyGolfSpy mobile app Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JDHolmes Posted July 12, 2017 Author Share Posted July 12, 2017 I'm a mallett guy. I have a harder time with alignment using blades. Ultimately, at my home course, no issues but when on faster greens during AmTour tournaments, i have a very difficult time "lagging" usually ending up with a longer second putt than the first. I've looked for lighter putters, but in todays market, the weight range is very narrow. Sent from my SM-G920V using MyGolfSpy mobile app Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TWar Posted July 12, 2017 Share Posted July 12, 2017 Love my TP Mills Ming. I had it made with a slightly wider bottom flange so it's a little shorter heel to toe to keep weight the same. A little wider than a Scotty NP2. Sight line on top flange. I have tried working with a bettinardi QB7 (mallet) but I just putt much better with my Mills. My home course runs quick on the greens so the blade tends to be better in my speed control. I am sure if I spent more time with the Beti it would work just as well. Sent from my iPhone using MyGolfSpy Epic Flash SZ 9o w/ Ventus 6X Rogue 4wd w/ ATMOS Red 7X CBX 20o w/ ATMOS Blue 7S tipped 1" JPX 900 Tour 4i - PW (standard lofts) Rifle SM6 51o, 59o, SM7 55o 2019 ProV1x Custom Ming Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ole gray Posted July 12, 2017 Share Posted July 12, 2017 She's got to look good and put out In the performance area â¤ï¸ Sent from my iPhone using MyGolfSpy Ping G430 Max Driver 10.5 Degree Titleist TSR1 4, 5, & 6 Hybrids Titleist T350 Irons 7 - W48 Cleveland CBX ZipCore 52 56 & 60 Degree Wedges LAB Mezz Max Broomstick Putter / TPT Shaft (Platinum @ 45/78) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spur22 Posted July 13, 2017 Share Posted July 13, 2017 I'm a mallett guy. I have a harder time with alignment using blades. Ultimately, at my home course, no issues but when on faster greens during AmTour tournaments, i have a very difficult time "lagging" usually ending up with a longer second putt than the first. I've looked for lighter putters, but in todays market, the weight range is very narrow. Sent from my SM-G920V using MyGolfSpy mobile app I prefer mallets too and the Taylormade Tour Red really helped me with running putts by the hole Sent from my HTC 10 using MyGolfSpy mobile app Speedzone Xtreme 11.5* Bio Cell+ 18.5* G10 24* Srixon U85 26* Mizuno MP-32 6-PW Vokey SM6 52* and 58* Scotty Cameron Select GoLo Taylormade TP5x I'm on Instagram as @sharpened_development_llc Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
abillmeyer Posted July 13, 2017 Share Posted July 13, 2017 Look, feel, performance. in that order. ------------------------------------------------------- Taylormade M1 430 8.75* Speeder 661 Evolution 6.2X (or Oban Kiyoshi White 04)Callaway Alpha 815 14* Speeder 665 X17.5* MP-64 Iron w/Paderson LT XTaylormade M1 18.25* Hybrid ('17) Aldila RIP Phenom 100 Tour XMizuno MP-64 4-PW Project X 6.5 - hardstep 1Taylormade Tour Preferred 52* & 56*Bettinardi Inovai 3.0Good judgement comes from experience. Experience comes from bad judgement Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CFrazier Posted July 13, 2017 Share Posted July 13, 2017 Honestly, I went with the data from the guys here at MGS. Gaming a Ping Anser Sigma G now. Great putter and #2 on their list of top blades. Sent from my iPhone using MyGolfSpy Driver- Callaway GBB Epic 9.5 Aldila Rouge Max 75X 3 Wood- Callaway GBB Epic 15 Aldila Rouge Max 85X Hybrid- Callaway GBB Epic 19 UST Recoil F4 Irons- Callaway CF Apex 16' 4-PW S300 Wedges- Titleist SM6 GW/SW/LW S300 Putter- Ping Anser Sigma G w/ Superstroke Pistol GT 2.0 Ball- Bridgestone B330/ TaylorMade TP4/ Titleist ProV1 Grips- Golf Pride MCC Plus 4 Grey Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brian A Posted July 13, 2017 Share Posted July 13, 2017 I'm convinced that the putting greens at golf shops are sloped towards the cups..lol I second this, its how I ended up with my previous putter that I couldnt putt my way out of a paper bag with. I took suggestions on this site, then went to 4 stores that sold it (lucky I'm in a metro area that has a lot of Dicks Sporting Goods and a Golf Galaxy) Talked to the people working there asked them to help and see what they recommend. Hit the ones I narrowed it down to at each. Really liked the look of the Cameron Newport (blade) because I've always had a blade but putted better with the Golo 5. Thankfully MGS members talked me in to swallowing my pride on looks and getting the Golo. My putting is down to under 2 putts per hole with the golo. Dont be afraid to spend the money on a good putter that will last, its truly the most important club in the bag Driver: G425 9* Hzrdus Smoke Green Small batch 6.5 70g Fairway Wood: Cobra Radspeed Big 3 Hzrdus Smoke Black 6.5 Hybrid: Cobra Aerojet 5 Wood Hzrdus Smoke Black 6.5 Irons: T200 (4-AW) AMT Black Stiff Shafts Wedges: Tour Rack 56* 60* Putter: Scotty Cameron Golo 5 Right Handed Pittsburgh, PA Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StrokerAce Posted July 14, 2017 Share Posted July 14, 2017 Have you had a fitting or been on a SAM lab?? This was an eye opener for me. Helped me really narrow the scope of what works for my stroke. After years of guessing and buying putter after putter I now know what I should look for.. And I agree with a previous post...when you find one that works it will stay in the bag for a long time! Sent from my LG-D851 using MyGolfSpy mobile app Driver- Cobra Aerojet LS Woods- Cobra LTD 3w 15*, 5W 19*, F9 24* Irons- XXIO X (6-A) Wedges- Callaway Jaws Raw (54/58) Putter- Bettinardi BB56 Ball- Maxfli Tour X/Wilson Triad Buggy- Clicgear 4.0 Bag- Callaway Org 14/Fairway C Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cnosil Posted July 14, 2017 Share Posted July 14, 2017 when you find one that works it will stay in the bag for a long time! This doesn't cure the putter ho disease though., you just buy different putters that match the characteristics you need. Driver: G400 Max 9* w/ KBS Tour Driven Fairway: TS3 15* w/Project X Hzardous Smoke Hybrids: 915H 21* w/KBS Tour Graphite Hybrid Prototype 915H 24* w/KBS Tour Graphite Hybrid Prototype Irons: TR20V 6-11 w/Vizard TR20-85 Graphite Wedge: 54/12D, 60/8M w/:Accra iWedge 90 Graphite Putter: TM-180 Testing: Backups: Milled Collection RSX 2, mFGP2, Futura 5W Member: MGS Hitsquad since 2017 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bacchus Posted July 14, 2017 Share Posted July 14, 2017 Obviously putters have different characteristics, technology, feel, etc.. However, I'm a big believer that being a good putter is more about confidence than any other factor. So when it comes down to it I choose a putter by what gives me the most confidence. Confidence for me is a confluence of factors look at address, how feel in my hands (weight, length, grip size), feel/feedback at contact, etc. When I choose a putter its because all of these come together and give me the confidence when I am testing the putter, and one putter just seems to stand above the others. So its not necessarily something I quantify or look at each factor and rate a putter for each category, just what overall I am most comfortable with. Some people may have confidence that stems from personal experience, others have confidence from quantifiable data like the great testing done here at MGS, and others may look at some great putters on tour and have confidence in a Scotty or Taylormade spider because its what the best putters on tour are choosing. No right or wrong answer. Driver : F7 - Project X Hzrdus Yellow 6.5 75g 3w: F7 Fairway - Project X Hzrdus Yellow 6.5 75g Hybrid: F6 Hybrid - KBS Tour Hybrid Prototype 95g X-Stiff Irons: JPX 900 Forged (4,5) JPX 900 Tour (6-P) KBS C-Taper 130 (Softstepped) Wedes: SM7 52* F Grind, 56* M Gind (KBS C-Taper 125), 60* S Grind Putter: Futura X7M Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
getitdaily Posted July 16, 2017 Share Posted July 16, 2017 SAM putt lab changed this for me too. Had my first experience with it 2 weeks ago. Gaming a 2ball fang currently and I love it from inside 15 feet. During my session i tested a odyssey #7 and a sigma g tyne. The tyne proved to be the best putter for me. My consistency numbers were above 92% for EVERY measure with every putter. But, rather than buy a tyne i decided to toy with the fang. I put a superstroke grip on it and added 20 grams of weight to it. I basically am trying to make it the same as the tyne minus the design. Initial testing appears to back up the changes. Need to get the changed 2ball on SAM again soon. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PMookie Posted July 16, 2017 Share Posted July 16, 2017 If I go to a store and grab putters to try, looks is first. Next, and the primary factor for choosing, would be feel. I hate a hard feel off of the face. If a putter feels at ALL firm, I put it right back. At this point, based on messing around at Miles of Golf the other day, most Ping putters would be "out" for me. Way too firm. I would have to be fitted, but looks first, then feel. Sent from my iPhone using MyGolfSpy Driver: Ping G430 Max 9*, Ping Tour 70X Fairway: Ping G425 15*, Ping Tour 70X Hybrid: Ping G425 22*, Ping Tour 80X Irons: Ping i230 4-GW, TT DG X100 Wedges: SMS 50D/54V/58DModus 130 stiff, +1” Putter: EAS 1.0 Ball: Titleist 2023 AVX Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StrokerAce Posted July 17, 2017 Share Posted July 17, 2017 SAM putt lab changed this for me too. Had my first experience with it 2 weeks ago. Gaming a 2ball fang currently and I love it from inside 15 feet. During my session i tested a odyssey #7 and a sigma g tyne. The tyne proved to be the best putter for me. My consistency numbers were above 92% for EVERY measure with every putter. But, rather than buy a tyne i decided to toy with the fang. I put a superstroke grip on it and added 20 grams of weight to it. I basically am trying to make it the same as the tyne minus the design. Initial testing appears to back up the changes. Need to get the changed 2ball on SAM again soon. Funny... I did something similar ... got fit for a very pricey Scotty and going with the very-similar-version Odyssey.... Driver- Cobra Aerojet LS Woods- Cobra LTD 3w 15*, 5W 19*, F9 24* Irons- XXIO X (6-A) Wedges- Callaway Jaws Raw (54/58) Putter- Bettinardi BB56 Ball- Maxfli Tour X/Wilson Triad Buggy- Clicgear 4.0 Bag- Callaway Org 14/Fairway C Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peanut05 Posted July 21, 2017 Share Posted July 21, 2017 Looks don't really matter to me. It's all about feel and performance. The SeeMore FGP that I currently use isn't the prettiest thing in the world, but that thing works. In my bag: Callaway Epic Subzero with Aldila Rogue Max 75 Stiff shaft Callaway Rogue Subzero with Project X Evenflow 6.0 75g stiff shaft Callaway Rogue 3 Hybrid with Aldila Synergy 60 HYB stiff shaft Callaway Apex irons (4-PW) with True Temper XP 95 stiff shafts Callaway MD3 wedges (50/54/58) SeeMore Original FGP Bridgestone Tour B RX Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zylem Posted July 21, 2017 Share Posted July 21, 2017 I look at each of the things below in order. It has to pass each one before moving to the next. Weight - it needs to be heavy enough for long putts but not too heavy that I am missing short putts by a mile. Feel - I want a smooth soft feel. Too harse of a feel makes it feel like I am striking the ball. Too muted does not give me proper feedback of where I hit the putt on the face or how hard I hit it. Look- it's this putter easy to get on line. Is it too distracting and causing my eyes to follow the putter back. Do I like this putter at address I try to keep it as simple as possible with each of theses. Weight and look are pretty easy to judge quickly if it fits me or not. Sent from my Pixel using MyGolfSpy mobile app Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Street11 Posted July 23, 2017 Share Posted July 23, 2017 I bought a Wilson 8802 this year, love the feel. Hey I want some more details about this putter. What do you like about it, dislike? Sent from my iPhone using MyGolfSpy Z765 (Project X HRZDUS Yellow 6.0 63g) Z45 (Kuro Kage stiff flex 70g) U65 20* (Miyazaki X-stiff) VR Pro Combo 4-PW (Project X PXI 6.5) Engage wedges 52* 58* 8802 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
actchill Posted July 25, 2017 Share Posted July 25, 2017 soft feel, rolls end over end once at impact and holds its line. feedback on mid center hits. design and weight. small blade or mid mallet is wat i prefer. if solid shallow milled grind or deep milled face. i can do insert but has to feel soft and rolls like milled face putter nice soft steel. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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