Putting Discs

I am new to the sport, been playing since August, just got my first negative score 2 days ago. Anyhow, one thing i've worked on from day one is my putting, because I know my driving will take longer to develop. I often look at the pros "What's in my Bag" and i have yet to see any of them or anyone on the course use the standard DX Birdie Innova disc that i have been using. My putts are getting longer and longer, now majority of the time i'm knocking them in at 30ft. However, I do seem to struggle in strong winds. I've been eyeing the Aviar, and have felt it my hands in stores, but i'm a little apprehensive about switching discs since i'm still experiencing growth in putting with it. That's of course until a gust of wind comes along. What are your thoughts?

[J.D.Guy]

im gonna give one more try on a new set of discs, then i'll revert back to my birdie if it fails. i'm gonna try the soft banger gt, and a zone for really windy conditions, see what this does. if it fails, i'll sell or trade those for more birdies. i read recently a review on the banger gt, where a guy started off with the birdie, then moved to the aviar, and then fell in love with the banger gt, so i'm thinking i'm probably alot like him, who knows? i'll give it a month or 2 with these new discs whenever i decide to buy them.

[Ian Macpherson]

Don't give up before you try Gateway putters.. I see a lot of people with gateway in their bag just for the putters.

[nick young]

the bangers grip is amazing and never slips out of my hand the zone is sort of an approach disc ive been meaning to get a challenger for the wind

[Discette]

If the Birdie is working, stick with it. The suggestion for a Rhyno was right on. You may also want to try the Pig. Both the Pig and Rhyno have the thumbtrack like the Birdie, but are more stable for windy conditions. Should be an easy transition. You can also "drive" with Pigs and Rhynos.

[MonTTy #794]

I started with a Thumbtrack Birdie but switched to Aviars for more glide. "Sugar" Shack is the only pro I recall that used a Birdie and may still do. I use Spiders also for windy days.

[J.D.Guy]

Ok, bought 2 Banger GT's tonight, played around in my garage with em,and can't wait to get to a course with em. The only thing i can say about them right now, is that i love the groove top feel in my hand, gives my thumb a nice resting place.

[Joe Meldrum]

First off, you NEED more then just one putter. Not only do you need a straight putter, like you have, you also need a putter that will be good in higher winds plus if you have two putters that means you can throw 2 shots every putt which means more practice.

Depending on how strong the winds are depends on the disc you need, something slightly overstable, like a Wizard (which is a great putter), will be good for 10mph winds stronger then that a Zone is a good, really overstable, putter. It also depends on how far your putt is as well. The further you are from the basket the more the wind is going to mess with your disc.

btw, this info is mainly for head winds.

I've found that wind messes with my putts more then any part of my game

[Chris Goodrich]

I like the two putter approach, I use SS Wizards (inside 30' & windy days) and Soft Magnets (outside 30' & annies). It took me a while to find putters that felt comfortable in my hand, and those are the two that work for me. Good luck in your search, hopefully the Bangers work out.

[J.D.Guy]

BINGO Banger!!!!!!!! Had a great day today. I didn't make everything, but it was back to normal. I'm officially over the Aviar Disc Line. These Banger GT's feel great, give me confidence and every putt seems possible, back to not missing within 10 meters again and making the occasional 45+ footer. My friends practiced with em and they seemed to like em enough to give them a try too.

[Gabriel -=24 CHA!NS=-]

You will never go back.. I carry 3 at all times. 2 D and 1 ESP.. try it for a roller out a tight spot sometime.. Trust the Banger and you will find chains...