So, I was messing around with my golf gear the other day, and I decided it was time to give the spider mini putter a real shot. I’d heard some good things about it, and frankly, my putting has been, well, let’s just say it needed some serious work. So, I grabbed the putter and headed out to the practice green.
First Impressions
The first thing I noticed was how different it felt compared to my old blade putter. It’s got this hefty, solid feel to it, which I wasn’t used to. I took a few practice strokes, just trying to get a feel for the weight and the balance. It definitely felt like it wanted to swing straight back and straight through, which is supposed to be a good thing.
Getting Down to Business
Alright, time to actually hit some putts. I started with some short ones, just a few feet away from the hole. The spider mini felt pretty stable, and I was making a decent percentage of them. I could see how the design might help with keeping the face square to the target. I gradually moved further back, trying out some longer putts.
- Short Putts: Felt stable, made a good percentage.
- Mid-Range Putts: Alignment seemed easier, still getting used to the weight.
- Long Putts: This is where it got tricky, judging the distance was a bit of a learning curve.
The Learning Curve
The longer putts were definitely the toughest part. The heavier head made it a bit harder to judge the distance. I was leaving a lot of putts short at first. But, I kept practicing, trying different grips and strokes. I started to get a better feel for it after a while, but it definitely took some time.
Final Thoughts
After spending a good chunk of time with the spider mini, I’d say it’s a pretty solid putter. It’s not a magic wand that’s going to instantly fix your putting, but it does seem to offer some advantages, especially with stability and alignment. It definitely takes some getting used to, especially if you’re coming from a lighter putter. I’m going to keep working with it, and hopefully, I’ll see some improvement in my game. It’s all about practice, practice, practice, right?
