Okay, so I’ve been messing around with putters lately, trying to find something that just feels right, you know? I stumbled upon this Cleveland HB putter, and I figured, why not give it a shot? I’ve heard some good things, mostly about it being a good value.
Getting Started
First thing I did was, obviously, I bought the thing. I didn’t go crazy, just grabbed a used one online to test the waters. When it arrived, I unboxed it and my initial impression? It looked pretty decent, not super flashy, but solid.
Practice Time
- I took it straight to the practice green. The first few putts… well, they weren’t magic. It took a little getting used to.
- The main thing I noticed was the weight. It felt a little heavier than my old putter, which actually wasn’t a bad thing. Gave me a bit more control, I think.
- I spent a good hour just rolling putts from different distances, trying to get a feel for the speed and how the ball came off the face.
- I also play the putter several days and each time i play with it, i noticed the feel gets better.
Adjusting My Stroke
I realized pretty quickly that I needed to adjust my stroke a bit. With my old putter, I had a bit of a wristy stroke. But with the Cleveland, I found that a more pendulum-like motion worked better. It felt more stable, more consistent.
The Results?
So, after a few practice sessions, I took it out on the course. And honestly? I was pleasantly surprised. My distance control was definitely better. I wasn’t leaving putts way short or blasting them past the hole anymore.
I also found that I was making more of those tricky 5-7 footers. The ones that can really make or break a round. That extra stability really seemed to help.
Final Thoughts
It is good for beginers.
Would I say it’s the best putter ever? Nah. But for the price, especially getting it used, it’s a solid performer. I’m definitely going to keep it in the bag for a while and see how it goes. It’s all about finding what works for you, and right now, this Cleveland HB is working pretty darn well for me.
