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Why We Like It
The musical “Shrek” reminds us that we need to raise our freak flag high because, to paraphrase, weird for a purpose works. L.A.B. Golf’s putters are a good example in golf. Their distinctive looks belie a foundational idea that is irrefutable: If a putter’s weighting keeps it square to its lie angle (like this one does with its sole-weighted aluminum body), it’s going to square up. The company’s original Directed Force putter reveled in that idea, and this third generation continues in the same freakish but sleeker shape.
Characteristics
- The face is balanced to the lie angle for a stroke requiring limited manipulation.
- The big loop in back adds off-center-hit stability for consistent launch and roll.
- Despite the size, the soft feel comes from the CNC-milled aluminum body.
- One model; head weight: 310-420 grams; length: 32-38 inches (plus custom); loft: 2-3 degrees
Highlights
- Top 5 lightest-feeling mallet putters, all handicap groups
- Top 10 best sound/feel mallet putters, middle-handicaps
- Top 5 softest-feeling mallet putters, all handicap groups
- Top 5 best-rated mallet putters, middle-handicaps
Price
$450
HOT LIST PLAYERS FEEDBACK
Ratings are based on players’ assessments in three key performance areas.
Reviews
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Is autocorrect a thing in putting? I can feel everything off the face, up the handle and into the grip.
Jason, 47, Handicap: 02 / 3
The smoothest putter I've ever hit. It stays so balanced and square through the entire stroke.
Jamie, 50, Handicap: 53 / 3
I've never seen a club like this before, but when I first hold it, the grip feels great, and the performance is fantastic.
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