Does Your Belly Have A Need For A Putter Of Its Own?

Since last years British Open and TPC when Sergio Garcia was playing so well due to his new found putting stroke, everyone is asking, What is the deal with these belly putters????[I:0:J]

The newest thing for golfers wanting to improve their score, belly putters reduce the "Degrees of freedom" that a player has when he is putting by nature of their increased length and thickness compared with other putters. This was designed for players weak on their putting arcs, but is not recommended for anything beyond a short putt.

Belly putters are the most sensitive of all golf clubs to fitting for correct length. Some people often make fun at the extra long yip-sticks saying things like "Belly putters are for lost and desperate souls. Since belly putters are longer and generally have a thicker grip than conventional putters, they inhibit feel and feedback.

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 have the problem of being associated with older players. As a result, their use by a player practically screams "I have the yips!" to the golf snobs. I happen to think that if it improves your game and you enjoy using it, why not?

Belly putters are the new trend for golfers looking to improve their putting. Belly putters are just one more club that's available for us to use to improve our game. They are available in various fixed lengths from 100 to 115 cm and almost all of the manufacturers in our Putting Section sell them.

Golf Guru Guy will be reviewing some for you as we approach the season

I have to admit it's hard for me to see a belly putter as anything other than an old man club, but if it works for you...