If you think you're the only one wondering about belly putters since seeing Sergio Garcia sporting one rather successfully at last year's British Open and TPC, think again. Everyone wants know what the deal is!
To put it briefly, belly putters are designed to help golfers better control their putting arc by reducing their range of motion. This is accomplished by increasing the length and thickness of the club when compared to other putters. While it is only recommended for short putting, it has quickly become a fad amongst players hoping to improve their scores.
Finding the correct length belly putter is critical. While the longer length reduces range of motion, it also reduces feedback provided to the golfer when he swings. This drawback has led detractors to call the long yip-stick a putter for the desperate.
For those who complained: If Long/Belly putters are so advantageous, why not get one and prove it by winning some big majors. Statistically, the experts say that belly putters are better than the traditional putters. However, this needs to be proven and what better way then the ultimate putting test at August for the Masters. If Sergio or another Belly-maven can slip on the green jacket while using the Belly-stick, it could change everyones mind
Belly putters are associated with older players, but Sergio Garcia's putting has cost him so much that he's using one. Men who use belly putters are basically announcing to the world that they have the yips and are desperately searching for a cure Sometimes, there is no cure, Just ask some of the best ball strikers on the mini-tours who never quite made it because of their putting I for one say, if it helps you, go for it.
Another weapon in the golfer's arsenal, belly putters come in fixed lengths ranging from 100 cm to 115 cm. If you step over to our putting section, you'll see many manufacturers of the infamous yip-stick.
As the season draws closer look for reviews on all the best belly putters, written by yours truly.
I happen to be one of the ones that thinks they're for old guys with bad backs, but we shall see... - 15266
To put it briefly, belly putters are designed to help golfers better control their putting arc by reducing their range of motion. This is accomplished by increasing the length and thickness of the club when compared to other putters. While it is only recommended for short putting, it has quickly become a fad amongst players hoping to improve their scores.
Finding the correct length belly putter is critical. While the longer length reduces range of motion, it also reduces feedback provided to the golfer when he swings. This drawback has led detractors to call the long yip-stick a putter for the desperate.
For those who complained: If Long/Belly putters are so advantageous, why not get one and prove it by winning some big majors. Statistically, the experts say that belly putters are better than the traditional putters. However, this needs to be proven and what better way then the ultimate putting test at August for the Masters. If Sergio or another Belly-maven can slip on the green jacket while using the Belly-stick, it could change everyones mind
Belly putters are associated with older players, but Sergio Garcia's putting has cost him so much that he's using one. Men who use belly putters are basically announcing to the world that they have the yips and are desperately searching for a cure Sometimes, there is no cure, Just ask some of the best ball strikers on the mini-tours who never quite made it because of their putting I for one say, if it helps you, go for it.
Another weapon in the golfer's arsenal, belly putters come in fixed lengths ranging from 100 cm to 115 cm. If you step over to our putting section, you'll see many manufacturers of the infamous yip-stick.
As the season draws closer look for reviews on all the best belly putters, written by yours truly.
I happen to be one of the ones that thinks they're for old guys with bad backs, but we shall see... - 15266
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