{"id":590,"date":"2026-06-02T15:17:00","date_gmt":"2026-06-02T13:17:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/golfriends.es\/blog\/?p=590"},"modified":"2026-03-02T13:46:33","modified_gmt":"2026-03-02T12:46:33","slug":"golf-putters","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/golfriends.es\/blog\/en\/golf-putters\/","title":{"rendered":"Golf putters: how to choose the correct length, lie, and head type"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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Most players choose their putter based on aesthetics or imitation, but the result is that many play with a tool that does not fit their height or posture. A putter poorly adjusted in length or lie can be systematically diverting the ball without you knowing it.

At Golfriend\u2019s<\/b>, we know that every millimetre counts; therefore, understanding the importance of a good fit is the first step to saving strokes on the green. By the end of this article, you will know exactly how to avoid the most common mistakes.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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Why choosing the right putter matters so much<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tThe putter is the club that accumulates the most strokes throughout a round. In an 18-hole course, between 35 and 45%<\/b> of total strokes are putts. A systematic error in direction \u2014 even by one degree \u2014 translates into constant misses without an apparent technical cause. In many cases, that error is not in the player\u2019s swing: it is in the club\u2019s configuration.\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Putter length: the first parameter you must adjust<\/h3>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t
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\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tThe standard length of golf putters available on the market is usually 34 inches<\/b> for men and 33 inches<\/b> for ladies\u2019 versions. However, in the golf world, \u201cstandard\u201d does not mean \u201cuniversal\u201d, and that nuance is what defines your consistency on the green. A club that does not fit your natural posture will force you to compensate with your body, directly affecting the pendulum and the impact.\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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How to determine the correct length<\/h4>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t
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\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tThe key is to adopt your usual position \u2014 back tilted and arms relaxed: your hands should hang just below your shoulders. If the club is too long, you will push your elbows away from your body; if it is short, you will create unnecessary tension in your back. As a rough guide: for players under 170 cm<\/b>, 32 or 33 inches is usually ideal. Between 170 and 185 cm<\/b>, the standard 33-34 inches<\/b> works well for most, while for those over 185 cm<\/b>, 35 inches is recommended.\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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The putter lie: the most ignored parameter<\/h4>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t
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The lie<\/b> is the angle formed by the shaft of the putter<\/b><\/a> with the ground when the club is resting in its correct position. It is, without a doubt, one of the most important \u2014 and surprisingly most misunderstood \u2014 adjustments when choosing the right equipment. An incorrect lie can ruin even the best of strokes: if the angle does not adapt to your posture, the clubface will tend to point to the left or right at the moment of impact.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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What happens when the lie is incorrect<\/h4>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tIf the lie is too flat (heel lifted), the putter will tend to open the face, sending the ball to the right. If it is too upright (toe lifted), the face closes and the ball goes to the left. The correct adjustment allows the entire sole to rest flat on the green. Brands such as Evnroll<\/b>\u00a0work with precise tolerances in their CNC manufacturing to guarantee a consistent lie. Their SweetFace technology<\/b> even incorporates reference points that help the player position themselves at the perfect angle for every stroke.\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Head type: blade, mid-mallet or mallet<\/h3>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Once you are clear on the length and the lie, the head type is the third variable. If you haven\u2019t done so yet, check our article on the difference between mallet and blade putters<\/b><\/a>. The choice between a compact design or a perimeter-weighted one is not just a matter of aesthetics, but of how the club moves during your stroke.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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Blade<\/h4>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t
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\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tThe blade<\/b> is the most classic shape: thin head, concentrated mass and a well-defined sweet spot. This design offers a lot of feedback on impact and responds naturally to arched strokes. Although it penalises off-centre hits more, it greatly rewards refined technique. It is the preferred choice for experienced players who value feel and control over forgiveness.\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t
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Mid-mallet<\/h4>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t
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\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tThe mid-mallet<\/b> occupies the space between the blade and the full mallet. It has slightly more mass in the perimeter \u2014 and therefore slightly more MOI (Moment of Inertia)<\/b> \u2014 without losing the visual familiarity of the classic design. It is an excellent option for players who have a moderate arched stroke and are looking for extra stability without making the jump to a larger head.\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t
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Mallet<\/h4>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t
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The mallet<\/b> has the largest head and offers the highest MOI. It redistributes weight towards the perimeter and the back, which stabilises the face against off-centre hits and facilitates alignment. Models like the TaylorMade Spider Tour X<\/b> or the innovative LAB Golf<\/b>, represent the most advanced evolution to minimise torque and keep the face square throughout the path.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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Putter loft: a technical detail with real impact<\/h3>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tThe standard loft ranges between 3 and 4 degrees<\/b>. This angle is fundamental because the loft helps lift the ball out of the micro-depression in the grass so that it begins to roll purely as soon as possible. Adjusting this parameter according to your posture \u2014 especially if you perform a forward shaft lean<\/b> \u2014 is key to improving roll quality. Finding the exact balance for your technique is the first step to mastering distance on the green.\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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The putter grip: more important than it seems<\/h3>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tThe grip<\/b><\/a> is the only point of contact between the player and the club. Its diameter, shape and weight affect the tension of the hands. Thicker grips<\/b> help reduce excessive wrist activity, while thinner ones<\/b> offer a greater sense of control and feedback.\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Putter fitting: the most effective way to get it right<\/h4>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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The most effective way to choose well is to perform a real fitting. At Golfriend\u2019s<\/b>, we have a personalised fitting service<\/b> where we analyse your stroke to precisely adjust the length, lie and head type to your game. In our golf putters section<\/b><\/a>, you will find brands such as Odyssey, Scotty Cameron, TaylorMade, Ping, LAB Golf and Evnroll<\/b>. Visit our online golf shop<\/b><\/a> or come see us to ensure your next putter is the definitive one.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Golf putters are the most used club in any round \u2014 and paradoxically, the one that receives the least technical attention at the time of purchase. Discover the best golf tips and techniques at Golfriend’s. Improve your swing, optimise your short game and lower your handicap with our guide for golf enthusiasts.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":583,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"site-sidebar-layout":"default","site-content-layout":"","ast-site-content-layout":"default","site-content-style":"default","site-sidebar-style":"default","ast-global-header-display":"","ast-banner-title-visibility":"","ast-main-header-display":"","ast-hfb-above-header-display":"","ast-hfb-below-header-display":"","ast-hfb-mobile-header-display":"","site-post-title":"","ast-breadcrumbs-content":"","ast-featured-img":"","footer-sml-layout":"","ast-disable-related-posts":"","theme-transparent-header-meta":"","adv-header-id-meta":"","stick-header-meta":"","header-above-stick-meta":"","header-main-stick-meta":"","header-below-stick-meta":"","astra-migrate-meta-layouts":"default","ast-page-background-enabled":"default","ast-page-background-meta":{"desktop":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-5)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"tablet":{"background-color":"","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"mobile":{"background-color":"","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""}},"ast-content-background-meta":{"desktop":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-4)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"tablet":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-4)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"mobile":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-4)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""}},"footnotes":""},"categories":[113,75,27],"tags":[271,270,83,71,272,273,276,275,66,108,274],"class_list":["post-590","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-golf-clubs","category-golf-equipment","category-guides","tag-blade-putters","tag-face-balanced","tag-golf","tag-golf-equipment","tag-golf-fitting","tag-golf-material","tag-head-type","tag-mallet-putters","tag-material-de-golf","tag-putter-length","tag-putters"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/golfriends.es\/blog\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/590","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/golfriends.es\/blog\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/golfriends.es\/blog\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/golfriends.es\/blog\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/3"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/golfriends.es\/blog\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=590"}],"version-history":[{"count":53,"href":"https:\/\/golfriends.es\/blog\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/590\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":1242,"href":"https:\/\/golfriends.es\/blog\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/590\/revisions\/1242"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/golfriends.es\/blog\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/583"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/golfriends.es\/blog\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=590"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/golfriends.es\/blog\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=590"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/golfriends.es\/blog\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=590"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}