Alright, so I’ve been messing around with golf gear lately, and let me tell you, it’s a rabbit hole. Today, I wanna talk about my little adventure with used Spider putters. You know, those big-headed things that look like they came out of a sci-fi movie? Yeah, those.
So, I started by scouring the internet, looking for any info I could find on these Spider things. I’d heard whispers on the course about how they’re super stable and forgiving, and that sounded pretty darn good to me. My putting’s been, shall we say, a work in progress. I saw something about them being “stable” because the weight is pushed way out to the edges, which supposedly makes it easier to hit the ball straight even if you don’t hit it dead center.
Then, I dived into looking for a used one. I hit up a bunch of those online shops that sell used clubs. Found some decent-looking used Spider Tour putters, which, from what I gather, is a popular model. I checked out some websites that sell all sorts of used golf stuff. Found a bunch of Spider putters there, too. Some were pretty beat up, others looked almost new. Prices were all over the place, but definitely cheaper than buying a brand-new one.
My Little Experiment
- Browsing: I spent a good chunk of time just browsing listings, comparing prices, and checking out the condition of each putter.
- Narrowing it Down: Picked out a few that looked promising and were in my budget. I looked at those Spider Tour models and I saw a few other used ones that seemed good.
- Pulling the Trigger: Finally pulled the trigger on one that looked like it was in good shape and had a decent price. A used Spider Tour, specifically.
- The Wait: Waited impatiently for it to arrive. Felt like a kid waiting for Christmas.
- Unboxing: Got the putter, unboxed it, and gave it a good once-over. Looked pretty good for a used club, just a few minor scuffs.
Then came the fun part – testing it out! I took it to the practice green and started rolling some putts. First impression? This thing felt different. It’s heavy, sure, but it felt really stable during the stroke. Like it wanted to go straight. My first few putts, even the ones I didn’t hit perfectly, seemed to roll a lot straighter than with my old putter. I could see what they meant about that weight distribution.
I’ve been using it for a few rounds now, and I gotta say, I’m liking it. My putting definitely feels more consistent. I’m not sinking everything, mind you, but I’m not missing those short ones nearly as much. Plus, the alignment aid on the top – they call it True Path – seems to help me get the ball started on the right line. I read somewhere that TaylorMade is big on this True Path thing, and it does seem to work.
There are also these things called the “Ai-ONE insert” that are supposed to help with ball speed consistency. I guess it’s working because my putts seem to be rolling out to the hole more consistently, even on mishits. Odyssey, which I guess is another big putter brand, seems to be pushing this Ai-ONE stuff, and it does seem to make a difference.
So, yeah, that’s my story about diving into the world of used Spider putters. It’s been a fun little experiment, and I think it’s actually helped my game a bit. If you’re struggling with your putting and looking for something new, or just want to try one of these funky-looking putters, I’d say it’s worth checking out the used market. You might just find a hidden gem that can help you sink a few more putts. Who knows, maybe you’ll even find one of those fancy Jailbird putters that the pros use!
