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    Default 2 Ball & Mallet Putters - Little guidance

    I have currently been putting on a Nike Method 4i centre shaft.

    Whilst I have enjoyed practising with it, I happened to demo 2 "high MOI" putters at my local:

    Odyssey Versa 90 2-Ball
    Odyssey Versa Sabertooth

    I was in love with both! I'm a beginner, and I was literally sinking 9/10 4-5 footers, and that's a huge stat for a newbie. It must seriously be that easy.. Tried with my Method and I was probably getting 6/10 so I'd love to upgrade to one of the Odyssey's, whatever can assist me putt better . I've been told that I have a straight back straight through swing.

    I'm pretty split on either. Both look nice on address and alignment aids I like. I suppose I wanted to get some feedback from you guys before I make a purchase if you were in a similar position.

    Cheers

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    Sounds like you have found the double-bend shaft is working well for you.

    If I only had those to choose from and I've never got on with two-ball putters, then the Sabretooth would get the nod.

    Also not a fan of the plastic face insert either, so personally, I'd go with a Ping Ketch
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    Thanks Dotty. I didn't get to demo any Pings so I'll see how I go. Personally I didn't mind the Odyssey inserts, the sound was different but not distracting.

    I was hoping to use the coupon codes on Golfbox

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    If you have $99 burning a hole in your pocket, then PPGL may be worth a visit...

    http://www.pureperformancegolflabs.c...putter-fitting
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    Quote Originally Posted by Micdeez View Post
    I have currently been putting on a Nike Method 4i centre shaft.

    Whilst I have enjoyed practising with it, I happened to demo 2 "high MOI" putters at my local:

    Odyssey Versa 90 2-Ball
    Odyssey Versa Sabertooth

    I was in love with both! I'm a beginner, and I was literally sinking 9/10 4-5 footers, and that's a huge stat for a newbie. It must seriously be that easy.. Tried with my Method and I was probably getting 6/10 so I'd love to upgrade to one of the Odyssey's, whatever can assist me putt better . I've been told that I have a straight back straight through swing.

    I'm pretty split on either. Both look nice on address and alignment aids I like. I suppose I wanted to get some feedback from you guys before I make a purchase if you were in a similar position.

    Cheers


    I tried all the faced balanced and ended up with a White Hot Pro V-Line. I found it the easiest to line up.

    I also liked the #7.




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    Quote Originally Posted by 3puttpete View Post
    You still got your one???

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    Quote Originally Posted by mrbluu View Post
    You still got your one???
    Please!

    That was almost a year ago

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    Quote Originally Posted by 3puttpete View Post
    Please!

    That was almost a year ago
    So it must work much better than the 2Balls.

    PS it was less than 12months, which is a long time in a ho's life.....I should know !!!

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    Quote Originally Posted by Micdeez View Post
    I have currently been putting on a Nike Method 4i centre shaft.

    Whilst I have enjoyed practising with it, I happened to demo 2 "high MOI" putters at my local:

    Odyssey Versa 90 2-Ball
    Odyssey Versa Sabertooth

    I was in love with both! I'm a beginner, and I was literally sinking 9/10 4-5 footers, and that's a huge stat for a newbie. It must seriously be that easy.. Tried with my Method and I was probably getting 6/10 so I'd love to upgrade to one of the Odyssey's, whatever can assist me putt better . I've been told that I have a straight back straight through swing.

    I'm pretty split on either. Both look nice on address and alignment aids I like. I suppose I wanted to get some feedback from you guys before I make a purchase if you were in a similar position.

    Cheers
    Work out if you like half or full hosel offsets. This will effect your alignment and stroke.

    I've worked out over the years, that I play better with a half hosel offset so the Tracy II has stayed in the bag for the longest period.

    Good luck!!!

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    Quote Originally Posted by mrbluu View Post
    So it must work much better than the 2Balls.

    PS it was less than 12months, which is a long time in a ho's life.....I should know !!!
    That was 4 putters ago. 5 if you count the one I'm using now which was in the garage the whole time.

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    Quote Originally Posted by 3puttpete View Post
    That was 4 putters ago. 5 if you count the one I'm using now which was in the garage the whole time.

    Sounds like it's all the putters' fault!!!

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    The next one will work...

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    Too late guys, I bit the bullet on the Versa Sabertooth. Missus doesn't know yet...

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    Quote Originally Posted by Micdeez View Post
    Too late guys, I bit the bullet on the Versa Sabertooth. Missus doesn't know yet...
    That's some might fine Hoing Micdeez, posting a question and no bothering to get an answer before you pull the trigger......you will fit right in here!!!

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    Haha with all due respect to all you guys, just that my finger slipped on the left mouse button and was scared to click the back button, so I guess there was no turning back now... Sorry guys!! (and my wallet).

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    Quote Originally Posted by Micdeez View Post
    Haha with all due respect to all you guys, just that my finger slipped on the left mouse button and was scared to click the back button, so I guess there was no turning back now... Sorry guys!! (and my wallet).
    Like I said impressive Ho'ing!!!

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    Quote Originally Posted by mrbluu View Post
    That's some might fine Hoing Micdeez, posting a question and no bothering to get an answer before you pull the trigger......you will fit right in here!!!
    Oi.

    He got advice from a dalmatian wearing a hat and tie. What more would he need?
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    Good choice, the sabretooth looks nicer than the 2 ball aesthetically.

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    Double post
    Last edited by Micdeez; 15th October 2014 at 03:23 PM.

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    If I get a 2 putt finish on my first Sabertooth attempt, I'll be sure to thank the hat-wearing Dalmation

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    Yeah you could stab someone with the sabretooth too if they really pissed you off on the green.


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    I had a putt with one at lunchtime.

    A big improvement with the Versa colour schema, as I was oblivious to the metal detector around the outside and could just focus on the two ball-width lines in the centre.

    It should work well for you, Micdeez.
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    I have a pretty big f**** smile on my face right now...
    Got delivered, not even a 24 hour wait time.. Thank you Golfbox.

    Time to clear my afternoon schedule now


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    Looks good good luck!!

    Still waiting on my ketsch from ping


 

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