TaylorMade TP Reserve TR-M37 putter ?

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Does anyone here have experience with a TaylorMade TP Reserve TR-M37 putter ?

I like the shape, and I especially like the three lines for better alignment. Plus, since it’s face-balanced, it seems to suit my putting style better. My putting stance is pretty “awkward”: with my shoulders hunched and my arms and wrists locked, I lean far forward, almost over the ball, and my putting stroke follows a (hopefully ! ) straight line from right to left. Oh, and I had my grips shortened (originally 34", but IMVHO still too long ! ).

Lately, I feel like my Ray Cook putter isn’t as precise anymore, and I find the Odyssey with its “White Hot” inlay simply unpredictable: sometimes the ball shoots way past the target, other times it “fizzles out” along the way !

So I’m thinking about trying out a TP Reserve TR-M37, but at €269, it’s no bargain either (even if there are more expensive putters out there ! ).

What do you think ?

 

[Bunkermagnet]

It doesn’t really matter what anyone else thinks, it’s what you think, how it feels and works for you and whether it gives you confidence.
As far as cost goes, we spend more on a driver normally, than we do on a putter yet the putter we use more every round.
It’s down to you I’m afraid, but don’t be swayed by others.

 

[KenL]

Have you considered a Spider x tour?
Good enough for Rory, Scottie, Nelly, me etc.

These are seriously good putters, they roll the ball beautifully. I have the short slant version, it has a little bit of toe hang.

I love this putter so much that I have ordered another, a “my spider” where you pick colours etc. currently available with 12% off to celebrate Rory’s 12 under at the masters.

 

[Oops!]

It doesn’t really matter what anyone else thinks, it’s what you think, how it feels and works for you and whether it gives you confidence.
As far as cost goes, we spend more on a driver normally, than we do on a putter yet the putter we use more every round.
It’s down to you I’m afraid, but don’t be swayed by others.

I’ve only just started looking into this topic, including the R&A rules for Equipment … but I have to admit, I often don’t understand them (yet). The only thing that seems certain to me is that the putter I have in mind doesn’t comply with the rules and is therefore illegal (a solid stainless steel block with the grip positioned perfectly vertically at the center of gravity), so I’m just browsing the market.

But the market is simply overwhelming, and there’s obviously no upper limit on prices.

So I’m just trying to understand the theory behind the different designs to figure out what’s best suited to my putting style. And ideally, before I spend any money on it.

But I realize that in the end, I won’t be able to avoid testing.

 

[Orikoru]

I’ve only just started looking into this topic, including the R&A rules for Equipment … but I have to admit, I often don’t understand them (yet). The only thing that seems certain to me is that the putter I have in mind doesn’t comply with the rules and is therefore illegal (a solid stainless steel block with the grip positioned perfectly vertically at the center of gravity), so I’m just browsing the market.

But the market is simply overwhelming, and there’s obviously no upper limit on prices.

So I’m just trying to understand the theory behind the different designs to figure out what’s best suited to my putting style. And ideally, before I spend any money on it.

But I realize that in the end, I won’t be able to avoid testing.

What?? Why would you think your putter is non-conforming? What putter is it, have you got a photo? Surely 99.9% of the putters available to buy are going to be confirming so most of us wouldn't bother checking the rules on equipment for this. Unless it's some weird monstrosity you've got??

On the latter point, we can't really tell you what type of putter will suit you. It is unfortunately a bit of trial and error when it comes to putters. I used toe-hang Anser-style putters for years because a fitting told me I needed that, but then I tried a mallet for a change and loved it so much more - in spite of what that fitting told me. So it's just about finding something that feels right, and building confidence with it by holing putts.

 

[Bunkermagnet]

I’ve only just started looking into this topic, including the R&A rules for Equipment … but I have to admit, I often don’t understand them (yet). The only thing that seems certain to me is that the putter I have in mind doesn’t comply with the rules and is therefore illegal (a solid stainless steel block with the grip positioned perfectly vertically at the center of gravity), so I’m just browsing the market.

But the market is simply overwhelming, and there’s obviously no upper limit on prices.

So I’m just trying to understand the theory behind the different designs to figure out what’s best suited to my putting style. And ideally, before I spend any money on it.

But I realize that in the end, I won’t be able to avoid testing.

Sorry, I wasnt meaning to come across hard or stern. My view on putters is if you like it, it feels and works nice, abd gives you confidence then that is a good start.
You can get very wrapped up in the techincal aspects, but if something doesnt suit your eye and make you think "this is going in, no problem" then I would say that isnt for you.
As far as legality goes, theres no way TM or any of the main brands will produce a putter to market that breaks any rules, aside from those long broom handles type that need bodily contact.

 

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What?? Why would you think your putter is non-conforming? What putter is it, have you got a photo? Surely 99.9% of the putters available to buy are going to be confirming so most of us wouldn't bother checking the rules on equipment for this. Unless it's some weird monstrosity you've got??

On the latter point, we can't really tell you what type of putter will suit you. It is unfortunately a bit of trial and error when it comes to putters. I used toe-hang Anser-style putters for years because a fitting told me I needed that, but then I tried a mallet for a change and loved it so much more - in spite of what that fitting told me. So it's just about finding something that feels right, and building confidence with it by holing putts.

Sorry, I guess I didn't make myself clear!

When I wrote, “I have a putter in mind,” I meant that I have an idea of what “my” putter would look like in my imagination - and apparently, the way I picture it isn't allowed under the rules!

That’s why there isn’t a putter on the market that looks like that, and that’s why I can’t send you a photo either!

Just this much: As far as I understand it, the grip must be attached to the head at an angle of at least 10°, and the head may only have one striking surface. A rectangular prism would have at least four sides that could be used to hit a ball, and with a shaft attached vertically at the center of gravity, it would therefore not comply with the rules.

 

[Orikoru]

Sorry, I guess I didn't make myself clear!

When I wrote, “I have a putter in mind,” I meant that I have an idea of what “my” putter would look like in my imagination - and apparently, the way I picture it isn't allowed under the rules!

That’s why there isn’t a putter on the market that looks like that, and that’s why I can’t send you a photo either!

Just this much: As far as I understand it, the grip must be attached to the head at an angle of at least 10°, and the head may only have one striking surface. A rectangular prism would have at least four sides that could be used to hit a ball, and with a shaft attached vertically at the center of gravity, it would therefore not comply with the rules.

Well then, that is even more baffling but ok.

 

[nickjdavis]

Sorry, I guess I didn't make myself clear!

When I wrote, “I have a putter in mind,” I meant that I have an idea of what “my” putter would look like in my imagination - and apparently, the way I picture it isn't allowed under the rules!

That’s why there isn’t a putter on the market that looks like that, and that’s why I can’t send you a photo either!

Just this much: As far as I understand it, the grip must be attached to the head at an angle of at least 10°, and the head may only have one striking surface. A rectangular prism would have at least four sides that could be used to hit a ball, and with a shaft attached vertically at the center of gravity, it would therefore not comply with the rules.

Putters can have two striking faces as long as their characteristics are the same and they are opposite each other.