During a putter fitting, you can expect a thorough evaluation of your current putter and a personalized analysis of your putting stroke. The fitting process will typically start with the fitter taking static measurements of your current putter. This includes measuring the length of the putter, the lie angle, loft, and weight. These measurements are important for determining if your current putter is properly fit for you or if any adjustments need to be made.
After taking the static measurements, the fitter will then have you hit some putts on a putting green or indoor putting mat. This allows them to observe your putting stroke and gather more information about your preferences and tendencies. They will pay close attention to your setup, alignment, stroke mechanics, and ball contact.
Based on the observations made during your putting stroke, the fitter will then make recommendations for putter specifications that may improve your performance. This could include changes to the length, lie angle, loft, or weight of the putter. They may also recommend a different putter model altogether if they believe it would better suit your stroke.
During the fitting, the fitter may also have a variety of putter options available for you to try. This allows you to feel different putter designs and determine which one feels the most comfortable and suits your stroke the best. They may have putters with different head shapes, alignment aids, and grip options.
In addition to the physical aspects of the putter fitting, the fitter may also provide helpful tips and guidance to improve your putting technique. They may suggest changes to your setup, grip, or stroke mechanics that could lead to more consistent and accurate putting.
A putter fitting is an opportunity to receive personalized recommendations and guidance to improve your putting performance. It combines technical measurements with observations of your stroke to find the best putter specifications for your game. By the end of the fitting, you can expect to have a better understanding of your putting stroke and potentially a new putter that is customized to your needs.