How do I know if my putter is too long?

A length that is too long will cause you to subconsciously stand further from the ball, moving your eyes inside, instead of over, the ball. This could mean the arc of your putter is flatter and the toe of your putter could be off the ground, pushing your aim left of target.

What is the proper putter length for my height?

The length of the putter will be directly related to your height. If you are 6 feet or taller, you will need a 35 inch putter, 5'9″ to 6″ suggests a 34 inch putter, while 5'6″ to 5'9″ suggests a 33 inch putter.

What happens if your putter is too long?

When the putter is too long there are two things that typically occur: The player will grip the club so that his arms are not hanging straight down from his shoulders. The player will be positioned such that his eyes are not over the target line and the putter is not sitting flat on the ground.

Do I need a 34 or 35 inch putter?

In general, golfers with a height of 5'9″ – 5'11” should use a 34″ length putter, 5'8″ and below should use a 33″, and those above 6′ should use a 35″ putter. A golfer's posture also contributes to putter length. Upright posture suggests a longer putter, while hunched over suggests a shorter one.

Is 37 inch putter too long?

Fitting for proper putter length:

Putters are typically designed from the manufacturer to fit in the standard size golf bag which is 35-36 inches tall. Most 34-36 inch putters are too long for the average golfer.

What length was Jack Nicklaus putter?

Jack Nicklaus won the 1966 Masters tournament using this putter, the Slazenger "Jack Nicklaus" model, which was a duplicate of his usual tour putter. It measures 3.5" x 36" (8.89 x 91.44 cm). He placed lead tape on the head of the putter for better balance.

Is 35 putter too long?

In general, I would say yes, a 35 inch putter is too long for most golfers. Based on the sizing chart from above, unless you're over six feet tall or have shorter arms, 35 inches might be ruining your chances of sinking putts.

How long is Rickie Fowler's putter?

Fowler's putter is 35 inches long, has a 70-degree lie angle and is fitted with a steel True Temper putter shaft and Golf Pride Tour Tradition grip.

What length putter does Dustin Johnson use?

According to TaylorMade's research the Truss structure creates up to an 80 percent reduction in face deflection compared to a traditional blade putter. Johnson's Truss TB1 is 35.75 inches in length with 3 degrees loft and a swingweight of E-0.

What length putter do most pros use?

Virtually every Tour player is fit to their putter. But almost no amateur players do that! The average height of a PGA Tour player today is 6' and he uses a 33.5 inch putter on average. You guys are using a 35 inch putter on average because that is the "standard" putter.

Does putter length really matter?

The length of your putter has a huge impact on your stroke. Pick the wrong size and you'll throw off your putting line. Most putters range from about 32 to 52 inches, and they're designed to keep your eyes over the ball.

Should your putter touch the ground?

You'll want to keep your putter perpendicular to the ground. 2. Once you're steady over the ball, make your stroke—strike the ball squarely on its equator without hitting any of the quarters.

What length putter does Jordan Spieth use?

The putter Spieth used to hole the deciding putt was a 35-inch Scotty Cameron 009 prototype — a TOUR-only model he has been using since he was 15. "The 009 was my favorite putter [as a junior golfer]" Spieth said at the 2015 PGA Merchandise Show.

Do any pros use Cobra putter?

Some of the players who use or have used Cobra clubs in the past include Geoff Ogilvy, Camilo Villegas, Ian Poulter, Lexi Thompson, Bryson DeChambeau and Rickie Fowler. 5. Greg Norman is another golfer who used Cobra clubs during his playing career and his involvement with the company went even further.

Are shorter putters better?

A putter that is too short will cause you to stand closer to the ball, with your eyes past the target line. Consequently, your putter path and shaft will be more upright. The heel of your putter could also lift off the ground causing it to aim right.

What putter is Ricky Fowler using?

Fowler, who's most recently used Scotty Cameron and Cobra putters, has switched into TaylorMade's new Spider GT Black mallet this week. While many versions of the new putter are available to Tour players, Fowler's version has the following specs: A single sightline on the crown.

Why do pros use shorter putters?

Many players with longer arms wield shorter-than-standard putters because they feel their arms can hang more freely, thus eliminating tension in the stroke.

What is the average putter length on tour?

The average length putter on Tour is closer to 34 inches.

Is 34 inch putter too short?

Bottom line, most people are using putters that are too long for them. Very few men will need a 35-inch putter and very few women will need a 34-inch putter. Even if you're on the taller side—over 6 feet for men and over 5 feet 8 inches for women—it still doesn't mean you'll need a longer putter.

Do pros use double bend putters?

Most professional golfers do use double bend putters, while others stick with the more traditional single bend design. Ultimately, it comes down to personal preference and what feels most comfortable for each golfer.

What putter did Nicklaus use?

The Response ZT 615 by MacGregor Golf, was a putter which was used by Jack Nicklaus to win the 1986 Masters Tournament. Although the company had planned to sell only 6,000 for the year, the day after Nicklaus' victory they were deluged with 5,000 orders. They sold 300,000 that year.

What is Tiger Woods putter?

Tiger Woods currently uses a Scotty Cameron Newport 2 GSS putter. It is a blade-style Anser putter that has been in his bag for all of his biggest wins.