Golf is an ever-evolving sport. Throughout time, manufacturers have created club technologies to compensate for player needs and skill levels. With the evolution of sports science combined with data points gathered by golfers around the world, there is a wealth of club technology and knowledge that help improve your game. From golf drivers and wedges to golf putters, there are several technological facets that improve the game while enabling golfers to test clubs that give them the best chance at success. One club type that has seen a massive technological shift in recent years are putters. Not every golf putter is created equally, each with technological advances that have changed the short game.
Construction Combined with Material
Whether it’s a singular material like carbon composites or multiple materials, the construction of golf putters affect the weight distribution and feel. Depending on the golfer, construction is important because some golfers like the softer feel versus a balanced or solid feel. That affects how a golfer approaches the hole, whether from a short or long distance.
Alignment Aids
Much like the sites on a pistol to help a shooter aim, golf putters come with alignment aids to help golfers aim more accurately. Lining up putts is crucial to improve your chances of sinking the putt. Some of the newer technology includes dots or shapes on the putter heads that are more refined and accurate to enable the golfer.
Face Technology
The putter face has evolved immensely over the years. One thing of note is that the consistent roll plays an important role in accuracy and strength. Milling patterns and face inserts have been tested and improved over time so it can interact with the ball so the golfer can hit balls with more distance and accuracy. Skidding and inconsistent rolls have always been a detriment to golfers on the green so solving the ball roll problem helps reduce the skidding while improving the feel off the club face.
Grips
Golfers know how important a good grip is on the putter. The grip choice affects the feel and stability when putting. Some golfers choose to look for a grip that reduces hand movement while others look for grips that are comfortable and stable. Putter grips come in a variety of textures and sizes so golfers have options to explore which ones work best for them.
Shape and Design
Whether one likes the blade or mallet look, the shape and design of a putter head can affect your mechanics. Blades and mallets have different roles for the golfer and it comes down to preference. The mallet shape offers more forgiveness while a blade has a traditional look and feel. Both are important factors for golfers.
It is important to note that all golf clubs can be custom fit, even with the technological advances applied to the putter. A custom fit putter matches the need of the golfer to the existing technology to give the golfer the best chance at success on the course.
