Ok, let’s talk about this Ghost Putter Spider thing. I got my hands on one of these bad boys a while back, and let me tell you, it’s been a journey. I saw some folks online asking about how to mess with the weights and stuff, so I figured I’d share my two cents.
First off, this putter is heavy. I mean, the head is like 380 grams! It feels substantial when you’re holding it, which I liked. I heard that it has more of that thing called MOI, which, I guess, is supposed to make it more forgiving. And honestly, it kinda does. I’ve noticed I’m not shanking my putts as much, even when I don’t hit it dead center.
Now, about those weights. I started tinkering with them, moving them around, trying to figure out what the heck they even do. From what I can tell, adding more weight seems to make the putter more stable. I experimented by adding a bit more weight. It did feel like the face stayed square to the ball longer, which is good, I guess. I also tried reducing the weight, it felt more responsive, but maybe a little less stable. I also did something that made it worse at one point, so be careful how you adjust those weights.
- Got the putter: Obviously, you need the putter first. I got mine used, so it was a little beat up, but it still worked fine.
- Played around with the weights: Like I said, I just started twisting those little screws and moving the weights around. I didn’t have any fancy tools, just a regular screwdriver.
- Hit some balls: I went to the practice green and just started putting. I tried different weight setups, different grips, the whole nine yards.
- Kept notes: I wrote down what I was doing and how it felt. This helped me figure out what was working and what wasn’t.
- Adjusted my routine: Based on what I learned, I changed my putting routine a bit. I focus more on keeping my head still now, and I think it’s helping.
Here’s what I did:
Speaking of routines, I watched a couple of videos about putting drills. One of them was called the “Gate Drill,” where you set up two tees on either side of the ball to make sure you’re swinging straight. It’s kinda tricky, but I think it’s helping me with accuracy. I’ve also been trying to work on my distance control, which is always a struggle. I found some practice putting drills, it’s tough, but I am improving.
So, is the Ghost Putter Spider a miracle worker? Probably not. But is it a solid putter that can help your game? I think so. If you’re willing to put in the time to practice and figure out what works for you, I think it can make a difference. Just don’t expect it to magically fix all your putting woes overnight.
Anyway, that’s my experience with the Ghost Putter Spider. Hope it helps someone out there. Happy putting!
