Tag: Odyssey

Odyssey has made some of the most-successful putters in the history of the game, and this mallet model is likely to follow in that path. The Odyssey Works Versa putter comes in a couple of different styles, each of which has its own benefits to be enjoyed. This review is going to focus on the Marxman Fang model, which is a large mallet-style putter that features a long stripe running down to the top of the putter head.

Visual Aid

It is that stripe that will be the first thing you notice when you look down from address. Obviously, the stripe is meant to aid in your alignment with the target line, and it will do a good job for most players. Odyssey has provided a dramatic contrast between the stripe and the rest of the head, so your eyes will instantly grab on to that feature. If you are a player who has historically struggled with your alignment on the greens, there is a good chance that the Works Versa Marxman Fang will help you get pointed in the right direction.

Steady Through the Ball

As with any mallet putter, it is really the perimeter weighting that makes this model of interest to the golfer looking to hole more putts. That perimeter weighting should help you hold the club head steady through the stroke, meaning you will be able to hit the target line more frequently. No putter can do all of the work for you, but the stability offered from the Works Versa should leave you feeling more confident than ever – especially on the short putts that you absolutely need to make.

To add this putter to your bag, you are likely going to need to spend around $200. That is a price tag which puts this putter in the same general range as most of the brand name mallet putters on the market today. Given the reputation for quality and performance that has been built by the Odyssey brand over the years, most golfers will find that $200 is a fair price to pay.

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The name of this putter should tell you all you need to know about its design. What would you expect from a putter named the Tank Cruiser? You would expect it to be big – and you would be right. This review is for the 2-Ball model of the Tank Cruiser, which is a mallet putter that features the classic 2-Ball design which has been so successful over the years. If you have owned previous 2-Ball models and enjoyed the alignment benefits they offered, you will likely love this Tank Cruiser model right from the start.

Weighting Magic

So why would you opt for this version instead of the traditional 2-Ball? Simple – counterbalancing. Counterbalanced putters – putters that have some weight above the level of your hands to balance out the stroke – are becoming the latest and greatest technology in the game today. The Tank Cruiser putters have adjustable counterbalanced technology which should allow you to make a smoother stroke while achieving a great roll. There are two standard lengths for this putter, 35’’ and 38’’, so you should be able to locate one that is a comfortable fit for you on the greens.

A counterbalanced putter, especially one with a mallet head design, is a great idea for a player who has struggled with the yips. If your hands tend to be too active during the stroke, this kind of putter just might be the answer. The heavier overall weight of the putter, combined with the size of the mallet head, can make it easy to produce a smooth stroke without the twitching action sometimes experienced in the hands. For players who often struggle to hole out from five feet and in, the Tank Cruiser 2-Ball could be a major stroke saver.

Tailored to Your Needs

This is an adjustable putter, meaning both the weight of the head and the handle can be adjusted to fit your preferences. This has been a trend lately in ‘full swing’ clubs, but it is now making its way into the short game as well. Adjustability is a great thing to have on your side, especially since you will need to spend around $250 to put this club in your bag. If you have been wanting to try a counterbalanced putter – and you want to do so with a proven club head like the 2-Ball – this version of the Tank Cruiser is a great pick.

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