4/3 - 350 putts

 

• ​I have a set of 5 identical LAB B.2 putters specifically made with various balances and degrees of toe hang. I will be periodically using these to start capturing the differences between each. The first two used were total opposites; full toe hang vs toe up. Similar results, however the "zero torque" models are still trending in less back stroke rotation, and higher through stroke rotation.

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•  Next was a standard plumber neck G7. Better accuracy and consistency. More toe hang continues to show higher rotation in the back stroke, and slower rotation leading into impact.​

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• After yesterday's thoughts with delivering vs maintaining a square face at impact, I decided to hit 2 sets of 50 with both the OZ and the Wagon. The first 50 of each I intentionally tried to counter-rotate my forearms/wrists to work the face open leading into impact. The accuracy increase is clearly visible. With the next sets, I focused on allowing my arms and wrists to freely rotate open in the back stroke and through stroke. This is the feeling I want.. zero tension, zero manipulation. The accuracy numbers speak for themselves.

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Final thoughts: The best feeling in golf is an uninhibited motion. Swinging a driver left towards the penalty area and having full confidence the ball will cut back into the fairway. Putting is such a mental battle already, and the last thing I want to do is lack confidence I can start the ball where I am aimed. In the case of these "zero torque" putters, if I want to make my natural uninhibited movement, an average accuracy score of 64.5 leaves me with zero confidence.