I got the Newport 1.5. I'll have to say, the more and more I practice with it the more I like it. The problem I've had with putters in the past (blades at least, which I prefer), is that they have been too light for me, this one is just perfectly balanced. The German stainless steel insert is also amazing, gives off an incredible feel and sound. I may just end up naming this club Excalibur (which works since my last name is Arthur).
Anyway, so finally completes my golf club set. I currently play these clubs:
Congrats, enjoy. How do you like the Vokey wedges? I'm always looking for a better wedge. Right now using a Snake Eyes 54 wedge as my SW, and the gap wedge that came with my Nike SLingshot OSS. I've been looking at a Vokey wedge for a while.
I love the vokey wedges, they're weighted nicely and provide a lot of spin. As with any other wedge though you've got to be careful to taylor the amount of bounce on the wedge to the conditions you typically play on (more bounce for softer and less for harder conditions).
Even though I just said I was done with my club buying I'm beginning to eye now the new vokey spin milled wedges with the oil can finish. Not only do I like the way these look but they've improved the milling process with the grooves to provide all the more spin. With the bomb and gauge type of game a lot of people play they're a great asset. Also, when the oil can finish starts rusting (as its intended to do) the clubs look incredible!
edit: just noticed you don't play a 60+ degree lob wedge. I'd consider trying to add it to your game, it can be a great addition.
About 15 years ago, I added a 64 to my bag and loved it. I came in very handy. Now, I don't have the distance I had so I've shelved my 60. As I got older (not quite ready for the seniors tour), I found a 7 wood to be a better fit. I've learned to hit many different shots w/ the 54. I work the 54 from 100 yds in for lobs and use various pitch and runs ( 7 iron to SW) when possible.
Actually, I've been looking at the oil can finish. I like it.
everyone makes fun of me when I pronounce the company "tit le ist" lol
nice putter though, $300? does it has a guidance system?
haha, no guidance system but it does have a german stainless steel face insert with vibration damping behind it. The best part about it though (and the reason for the price) is that its not cast but milled out of a block of stainless steel. Also, if you search around a little you can actually find it for $259.
I've heard alot of good things about that club. Personally I'm looking for a Ping Anser2 Isopur2i.. I like the Isopur insert alot. So lively.
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Was never a big fan of the insert, whether it's the Ping, Odessey or Titleist. I think putting comes down to a solid stroke with a decent putter. To have a solid stroke you need confidence in your stroke and your ability to read the speed and break on the green. If a $300 putter gives you that confidence then more power to you. I've seen too many guys with the Ping or Scotty Cameron putters with absolutely horrible putting strokes and they wonder why they miss those 3 and 4 footers all the time.
Even a cheap putter from KMart today is better than and expensive one 20 or 30 years ago. I use a putter I assembled from Golfsmith, with a milled face and weights in the back (10 grams). Guys I've played with that have the aforemention putters really like mine. It cost me about $40 to assemble. It replace a Titleist Bullseye putter I bought in the late 80's for about the same. That was before putters became a niche market.
Just my humble opinion. For the record, I'm a 13 handicap, playing about once a week.
ralarosa, I completely agree with you. In order for anyone to putt well you must hit the sweet spot of the putter every time with a good tempo, consistent stroke.
I did a lot of looking around before deciding on this putter (I'd put with a rock at the end of a stick if it put the ball in the hole every time), I even looked at that goofy looking oddysey 3 ball thing. When I picked up this putter though it felt as though made for me, I love the weighting as well as the feedback. Also, you're right, in order to putt well you've got to be able to look down at the putter and be confident in it. That's why I like this one, I just wish that the putter that gave me all those things was a little less expensive :)
Those 2 and 3 ball putters look so lame and I cannot remmeber seeing a weekend hack that can sink a put with one of those putters anyway. I always liked the look of a cavity back putter. But heck, when I get frustrated on a hole and playing ESC (equitable stroke count), I'll put with a wedge or whatever club is in my hand at the time. Good practice.
You know, I never liked the whitehot 2 ball, but I tried it once and it felt pretty dang good. I wouldn't pay what they wanted for it, but it still felt good.. I do like the paddle style putters in general better than the mallet style though. I think that's why I like the ping anser..
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well the pink anser is (i think) the original, good club, liked that too. But not to be too much of a titleist fanboy I just love my new SC. Can't wait to get home and play with it...
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