Friday, March 19, 2010
2010 Buyer's Guide Putters
Choosing the right putter means first looking at what type of putting stroke you have
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 Odyssey White Ice 2-Ball V-LineKey Feature: An extended mallet that features the 2-Ball alignment system, a double-bend shaft and full-shaft offset. What We Like: The multilayer insert offers enhanced sound, responsiveness and consistency. And how easy it is to align. It’s almost like cheating. Who It’s For: Golfers who like the 2-Ball alignment system and want to customize the putter’s weight to 350, 360 or 370 grams. Specs: Part of the six-putter White Ice Series, it bears a dark nickel finish and comes in three lengths. odysseygolf.com | $169 |
 Ping iN 1⁄2 Wack-EKey Feature: To achieve a high MOI, the center body cutout allows weight to be redistributed to the perimeter for increased stability. What We Like: The first-of-its-kind nano-nickel-plated, lightweight polymer face insert produces a solid sound and firm feel. We also love the balanced feel this putter has during the stroke. Who It’s For: Anyone seeking a PING putter with an alignment feature. Specs: There are 10 models in the iN Series; many of the head shapes are company staples. pinggolf.com | $170 |
 Ping iWi Craz-EKey Feature: A machined stainless-steel face insert is encased in an elastomer backing, to perform like steel but with a soft feel. What We Like: You can customize the weighting to your desired feel, using optional tungsten weights. Who It’s For: PING putter fans who want the ability to dial in the putter for different green speeds. Specs: Comes in six popular head shapes, each standard with two 12-gram steel sole weights. (Weight kit is an additional $70.) pinggolf.com | $220 |
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| Rife Deep Blue Key Feature: Weight’s deep in the rear corner, for stability and a high MOI. It’s complemented by a fully milled 6061 anodized-aluminum face insert. What We Like: The ¾-inch-thick face insert yields a solid feel and impact sound, yet the putter feels light. Great if you want better distance control. Who It’s For: Golfers seeking easy alignment on a light-feeling putter with heavier mass that guards against deceleration on the followthrough. Specs: Swing weight is F2, but feels like only a D7. rifeputter.com | $ 169 |
STX ProFIT 6 Key Feature: A cool, stylish mallet design with three face-insert options: black/soft, red/medium, green/firm. What We Like: Three-piece insert system helps golfers adjust to different putting surfaces, green speeds, even golf balls without having to switch putters. The adjustable weighting is cool. Who It’s For: Those who really want to fine-tune their putting and who like the feel of insert technology. Specs: There also are a handful of blade styles to choose from, sporting the same insert goodness. stxputters.com | $199 |
Seemore iN 1mSeries DB4 Key Feature: The alignment system sits on top of the hosel, as opposed to the original that’s on the putter’s top heel section. What We Like: The heel-shafted plumber’s neck visually deflects the red dot and white lines of the alignment system away from the ball, which helps eliminate optical distraction. Who It’s For: Anyone seeking a nice putter with a subtle and effective alignment system. Specs: A classic blade with an offset hosel, in a beautiful platinum finish. seemore.com | $295-325 |
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