Is using this golf club cheating?

[@chrishartman5383]

I feel like this video was missing the test for Rick's typical putting needs: 20' off the green when he is scared of using his wedge.

[@RickShielsPGA]

20 yards 😆

[@bennettpisek5566]

@@RickShielsPGA haha, that’s a bit of a difference.😄

[@ScottGrass]

@@RickShielsPGA you are a good sport my friend.

[@dabugplayz6694]

@@RickShielsPGA rick the baby

[@Beaconhilldrift]

🤣🤣

[@lucashafford]

As we all know. This wouldn't be a Rick shiels review if we didnt cut the putter in half

[@snaphookright4767]

There was a point in the video where it felt appropriate for Rick to pull out the shears and have at it! Hahahaha

[@V8VRUte]

if you can score the same with a club that you've only spent a few minutes with, then chances are, that with a little more time, you'll start seeing an advantage with it. Certainly worth a try anyway.

[@Victor797264]

I think he should've had someone who is more novice test it also

[@bndiscussion467]

@Til Death Do We par that's quite a valid statement. Always wondered how Dechambeau needed so much more of a pull back and follow through without it going off to the next tee. -Grateful weekend warrior

[@wesboothe6507]

And that’s why it shouldn’t be legal

[@kevinquinn8118]

@@wesboothe6507 it shouldn’t be legal because you can putt better with it? Well, all the new drivers that let you hit further should be illegal too.

[@Jetmech1781]

@@wesboothe6507 I don't understand the logic. Honestly, I think getting rid of the pendulum putters was the wrong call. Legal tech is there for anyone to use. If you think X gives advantage over Y, so it should be banned, then make tournament play hickory club only. Banning this would be the equivalent of banning baseball caps, because they protect a bald head from sunburn better than a visor. It's available to all, so it's your choice not to use it.

[@johnchampion7819]

One thing that should be factored into the test is that on the 8ft putts you used the standard putter first. When you used the Armlock, you had a good idea of the exact line into the hole; slightly left of centre. You put things right on the 40ft test by using the putters alternatively and the results were pretty evenly balanced. Likewise the 9 hole challenge resulted in an even split. I'll stick with my scotty cameron. Very interesting video, keep up the good work.

[@zaahirelias2355]

Put the armlock in the bag sire, your putting let's you down the most normally With this maybe you can progress to a break 72 series

[@angryginger791]

I agree. New things always take an adjustment period, but that's nothing to be afraid of. Of course, the gamble is if you put it in the bag and then they end up banning it. I'll hold off buying one until that argument shakes itself out.

[@johnnylocke7599]

If they ban it it will take years. IMO no reason to ban because it’s still not anchored.

[@VanishingImage]

Over all Rick's videos it's definitely his putting letting him down. I think this new putter might be the missing link.

[@Abdullah_Chill]

He picked up a new putter and drained them compated to his normal 'comfortable' one. That in itself is grounds for a change or at least a further try out.

[@dtemple67]

@@angryginger791 i agree! That gamble is the true thing holding me back, the results are there. That's also a reason i suspect it will be banned, the advantages are clear.

[@kevan4852]

3:56 "I'm in quite a bit of pain ..... but it feels good" ..... Rick, do you need an intervention with that putter?

[@GSHOCKOUTDOORS]

Switched to a Bettinardi armlock this year and won’t be going back. Like you Rick I discovered I was more wrist putting than I had realised. The 6’ and in range is almost automatic now which give huge confidence to fire at the middle of greens if the pin is tricky. Great video.

[@ShamanK1977]

I think the pro's should be handed a set of NorthWestern 7 piece sets from Canadian Tire at the beginning of the week at the tournies and have at it :)...

[@mickym.6711]

Lol nice. Still have my northwestern jc snead 105 yd or less wedge. Haven't used it in years tho!

[@-ram-m2664]

I bought a NWestern lob-wedge from KMart in the late 80s when I started looping and the 60* was the latest thing. I used that until I wore out the bounce...

[@canuckeh5197]

How funny I am 57 years old northeastern were my 1st set. I remember the 7 iron face breaking in half.

[@samiam619]

@@canuckeh5197 My first set from Play it again Sports was a Wilson Staff with the “Grip Minder”! Kept it 2 weeks and traded it in for a set made after Metal Woods had come out…

[@mikehoffman3142]

A friend got a set of Northwestern clubs, I tried the driver and could barely get the ball air borne. Terrible feel.

[@brunsnick]

Been armlocking for 1 year and it took time to dial it in. These are the 3 main things: 1- Putter length to match your height and preferred posture. I tried both 40” and 42” and longer was better for me. I’m 5-10 and like to be more upright at address. 2- Ball position. I found much more consistency and results with the ball on the back foot. Playing off the front sometimes exceeded my natural free swing motion and led to muscling or yips. 3- Putter grip. A lot have long and thin pistol grips, had issues in humidity and heat with sweat slipping off and in cold/rain when I wore sleeves. Went to the Bryson special JumboMax 17 and that solved every issue. Also takes more strain off the contorted left wrist. Cheers. Good video as always!

[@EE-ie9gm]

Where can u purchase these arm lock putters?

[@bigal6274]

If the rule is "pivot around a point" then that putter is legit.. and now I want one.

[@normancuxgolfnstuff7023]

I am also thinking about getting one for some time… but I just bought a new putter 3 month ago 🤨

[@sillysausage4549]

You'll still be a hacker Big Al, whatever clubs you use

[@hurfdurfy8167]

@@sillysausage4549 And you'll still be just a silly sausage. Why even comment? Keep it to yourself mate.

[@davelines1323]

So what about the "anchor point" if it's legal to use an "anchor plane" that you could land a 747 on.

[@tannermcclain2265]

that what literally the whole premise of the video bro what do you mean “if”

[@Pulse2AM]

You still have to read the break and speed and then execute, golf rules are so trivial sometimes.

[@Zyrexed]

I need that putter for the sole reason of extending the gimmie range within the club length.

[@chairmanmeow8388]

I putt with a sea fishing pole. The gimme range is so big ive never had to putt with it

[@sfst2]

I’m curious to use one but I’m too afraid of falling in love with it and then the usga ban the use of armlock

[@jirasakmalaengpoothong8663]

True! Therefore better stick with the traditional one.. no ban for sure!

[@jongoh8646]

Damn so many tour players here can I get an autograph pleaseeee

[@James-xg5rh]

Do you okay on tour or something lol. Why would you care what they ban?

[@sfst2]

@@James-xg5rh when you gamble people don’t like losing to illegal equipment

[@gagewoodcock2479]

So what your saying is that I still have to line up my putt correctly and put the right pace on it? Damn hand me another beer.

[@ropey1663]

Lol

[@tistelnilsson]

5 beers make every put strait to you!

[@victormaniaci2104]

@@tistelnilsson 10 beers and the put looks like 3 balls going to the hole, and we all know with 3 you have a better chance of sinking one of them.

[@theatremusician]

I've been putting in this style for more than 20 years now. I use a regular putter (no special length or grip), but I'm leaned a bit more over the ball as it helps me see the line better. I modeled my style after one of Bernhard Langer's 50 styles of putting over the years.

[@cathalroche607]

First time seeing you without the hat in ages

[@sandersson2813]

Don't understand why anyone wears them. Some countries might use the sun as an excuse, but in Britain? Adults shouldn't wear caps.

[@Nuttuttybuggles]

@@sandersson2813 it’s cause hats are stylish and some people just like wearing them

[@ar_x7]

@@sandersson2813 some say it's to keep their hair from falling out 🧑‍🦲

[@yooouuuuu]

watch his podcast for hatless glory

[@jackbelli5229]

@@sandersson2813 or maybe people can wear whatever they want 🤣

[@guanrongcai9381]

I’d go with the arm lock just by looking at the rolls of your short putt test. However, a bit of randomization would’ve been nice for the testing methods. You went with traditional first most of the time which meant you knew the breaks and speeds before using the arm lock, just a thought.

[@tcat7576]

This

[@datdude3030]

Yep

[@_barncat]

Rick, you keep this club in the bag and you'll be on a steady diet of birdie sauce 🏑 🐦

[@christophersimons6560]

Rick-the confidence you had with the arm lock was noticeable. I would say keep it around for a while and see how it works. Thanks for another great vid!

[@HighFructoseCornSyrupDaddy]

Rick has inspired me to get back into golf last year, thanks for another great informative video. The accent makes me feel fancy and cultured. Cheers.

[@jammybizzle666]

Manc accent, fancy and cultured?

[@Jake_Powd]

I'm new to golf and I really enjoy watching your videos. You make the videos entertaining while still being informative. Thank you for separating yourself from other golfing instructors on here. There are A LOT of snoozers out there!

[@bakes402]

Big questions are : Can I get my current putter regripped with this arm lock grip? If so, will the face of my putter at impact be too aggressively delofted? Is the arm lock putter slightly lofted to compensate for the forward angled slope of the shaft at impact?

[@mr.zeforume]

Honestly. After using a club like this, I live them. For me, all it does is remind me to keep my arm straight and elbow facing my target. Since you hands stay connected, there isn't any point where your hands are experiencing movement in different directions, or between a point. Technically, this breaks no rules.

[@ryanmcmahon6210]

Great video Rick. Recently broke out my old belly putter and have been playing around with using it as an armlock and I agree with the discomfort in the wrist.

[@airborneinfantry24]

Watch out, the ATF might consider it a brace and make it illegal.

[@kimmorrison9169]

our Brit friends won’t get that!

[@bradkyrish8058]

🤣🤣

[@dtemple67]

LMAOOOO best comment.

[@Big_T51]

That is really funny

[@usmchessler]

Well said! lol. Underrated comment

[@dw4421]

I feel like the armlock biggest benefit is the short putt to make sure you strike it straight as possible where slight angles on such low ball speeds can alter the bounce/path of the ball. Long putts matter more on the read and appropriate force exerted, making sure you get it close enough to two-putt. Think it’s better to test how squared and how much deviation on swing path on armlock vs traditional putters create on average.

[@patricktraynor7628]

Golf rules can be so anal. If you believe there’s an unfair advantage, change to the arm lock putter

[@coletucker110]

Literally what I keep saying. If you think it’s such a “hack” then use it yourself.

[@JMEAUS22]

Which tour pro Schaffaule did. He got worse after switching.

[@dejue]

I will never understand some of the rules. They have equipment to hit the ball a mile, but you worried about the tip of the end of the stick touching the body? It's silly really. If something was an advantage, EVERYbody would be doing it. You dont' see wooden drivers anymore...

[@745theone]

Rick, I've used arm lock for years and use the Arm Lock Golf grips that turn belly putters into armlock putters. What I found in using those grips is that you have to change your left hand position on it. You can't really keep it in the "life line" in the palm of your hand. I found that if you roll your left hand clockwise just a bit, it was a lot more comfortable. That maybe the issue with your pain. I love arm locking though and whenever I feel like I can't start the ball on line, I always go back to an arm lock to get the feel back. Hope to see it in your bag though!!!

[@rothgartheviking858]

people have been using a forearm grip that did the same thing for years.

[@benatkins7382]

what are the grips called? really want aa putter like this, but don't wanna spend £400+!

[@rothgartheviking858]

@@benatkins7382 just watch old footage of Bernhart Langer. before he switched to a belly putter.

[@trickoftheeye7101]

The science behind this putter is very good. I need to try it. I wonder if the grip was slightly bent leaning in towards your forearm would that sort the awkward painful wrist.

[@mikehoffman7131]

I’d really love to see someone do a review of the Super Stroke wrist lock grip on putter vs Armlock putter

[@davidrichardson3764]

I bought this putter about a month ago and I love it. Much more confident on short putts, I feel like I can't miss.

[@rodneyhickman825]

5 years ago and I was locking regular length putter into my forearm. Nobody complained because I was still a terrible putter . Lol

[@CoomzTube]

Looks a bit windy over there at the Worsley Rick! 😉 Thanks for doing the comparison video. Very interesting. It’s certainly taking the wrists out of things, but the two points everyone needs to remember is you still have to pick the correct line and pace, whatever the putter you have in your hands (or arms!)

[@georgelawson5055]

We all want the Gm golf Rick shiels match. When is it coming?!?!

[@Holmes-Family]

YES!!!!!! Give the people what they want!

[@mikewilliams1479]

Micah/Grant/Garrett vs Rick/Peter/Matt va James/Mark/Gary

[@robertkatz3788]

I bought an Evnroll ER11 Midlock a month ago and after 2 weeks of practice the putter is fantastic. One tip that worked for me was to practice with a metronome to tune in tempo, especially on longer putts.

[@joelmckenna8799]

Any news on playing against GM Golf?

[@Wyatt_Ali]

Yeah we need that

[@philliphedrick21]

No we don’t

[@efng21]

I've been looking to get my putter regripped with a midlock cuz im a bit of a flicky putter too. Glad to hear it helps

[@michaelhoffman8887]

Aside from the videos being fun to watch, gotta give credit to Rick for always being so informational with the game and the rules. Class 👏🏻

[@gregcherry2555]

In all fairness, Rick, you were in the exact same position to the hole for testing both putters for the 8 foot distance. Therefore, you had 10 practice puts to establish the line and break before trying the longer anchoring putter. Perhaps, in future such comparisons, it would be a good idea to change your approach line to the cup between clubs. Thanks for the video!

[@flawlessfeep9919]

Interesting putter, definitely looks worth trying it out. I think it takes a bit more time to get used to it because of the arm lock, but I think you could play a lot better with this putter.

[@swolf2004]

I'm glad that you are actually testing the club out beforehand. I watched a few videos recently (such as the one where you play St. Andrews backwards with hickory clubs) where you apparently hit your shots cold. I just think...well, this isn't going to start well...

[@alexedens1]

I've been using one for about a month now. Definitely more consistent stroke which results in a more consistent role. As you mentioned it takes the wrist flip out. The fact that you putted as good or better on your first go should tell you something. Put it in the bag.

[@robd1811]

After using it for a while how has it gone for you?

[@alexedens1]

Great. Extremely consistent. Will never go back unless the evil rules committee intervenes.

[@Beenjammin37]

I loved the smirk of joy after rolling 6 in row in from 8 feet with the arm lock

[@whogg0521]

I personally think all the putters should be allowed. The game is hard enough, even for the pros. I don't belive folks using these putters won at the winning percentage Tiger did all of a sudden.

[@Sinners4SaintsTV]

You know something… you’re right! Ban Tiger Woods 😂

[@malthuswasright]

I think the balance is right. Ban belly putters and anchoring to the chest, but this looks OK.

[@jessebremner5209]

I think what you said about realizing that you are a bit of a wrist flicky putter is a big reason why you should stick with a putter like this..develope a repeatable putting stroke and build your putting confidence..I now will go out and get one and do the same

[@pandemicplanb9245]

Never understood why ban something that littery everyone can use, If its so good why arent every single PRO using it?

[@seth1455]

You still have to read the green and hit it the right speed. The advantage of this putter is if you have a suspect action, it might help keep the club face stable. The pros who already have a consistent putting stroke, have nothing to gain by using it

[@jessejohnstone9168]

Can I put this grip on my 35 inch spider x ?

[@austinmaruna1760]

"ahrm lok puh-TA" - Rick

[@ParleLeVu]

"Boardalain chiting". "Contruhversiuhl gulf cloob".

[@samiam619]

What I can’t get over is his pronunciation of the “G’s” at the end of words. Like puttin-ga

[@ParleLeVu]

@@samiam619 His adding of r's to random words at the end. "I sawr it". Or the fact that H is not a part of his alphabet. This: "Fis". Have: " 'ave ".

[@JonathanHorlock]

@@ParleLeVu you've obviously never been to the North of England then.

[@ParleLeVu]

@@JonathanHorlock And thank god for that. I'd go crazy.

[@snipehunter007]

On my birthday (52nd) this past August, I got a Biomech Ace putter. It’s also an armlock putter and looks really weird. But, after getting used to the “robotic” feel and sound….I’ve been draining more putts. My playing partners aren’t laughing anymore. Try it out….I’d love to see what your take on it is. My former putter was a Evnroll ER2.

[@Real28]

"felt reliable, stable" That's all you need. That creates CONFIDENCE. Confidence begets better strokes. Better strokes beget better scores.

[@swankyb9454]

I started putting crosshanded in the 1980’s in an attempt to get the same type of stability in the stroke that this putter seems to give . I am definitely gonna try this out.

[@Smiththebat]

If this isn’t proof that you need to switch over to arm lock, Rick, then I don’t know what is. You keep saying you’re not used to it but you’re putting as good if not better right of the gate with the arm lock…

[@MrLewyboy]

Same with any cavity backs he tests

[@Smiththebat]

@@MrLewyboy but nawww they’re “too ugly”

[@yabbayuya8788]

I've got the same putter and it's brilliant! I consider myself a good putter but do get nervy on short puts sometimes..not with this putter

[@HarryProffitt]

Why ban a club that everyone has the opportunity to use. If it’s such an advantage, then use it 🤷🏻‍♂️. I think it should stay, and I would be really interested to give it a go myself.

[@poocrayon4588]

Why not make the hole 4 times the size of everyone can play it? Because golf is a game and the point isn’t to make it as easy as possible, it’s to enjoy the challenge.

[@HarryProffitt]

@@poocrayon4588 if the idea wasn’t the make the game as easy as possible then we would still be playing with wooden clubs? I guess you don’t agree with twist face on new drivers then? What about drivers where you can adjust the weight in the head? All designs that make the game easier and more enjoyable for both the average and elite golfer. Surely the more enjoyable the game is, and the better peoples golf can be, the more people we can get involved in the sport? 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@poocrayon4588]

​@@HarryProffitt No I don't agree that those things make the game more enjoyable - driver heads should still be wooden. There is a point in time in which the tech makes the game too easy and fundementally changes it - golf is way past that but because there's money in club manufacture it keeps getting pushed. Other games like baseball had the sense not to swap to high tech aluminium bats just because they hit further - they leave that shit for little kids and womens leagues. What does hitting further with drivers really get us? Every course either becomes a pitch and putt or else they lengthen courses - and then I'm walking further to play the same shots that just travel a bit further while spending more money on clubs. And I'm supposed to be impressed with that and find it enjoyable? Before you think I'm some geezer I'm 29 and have only played a few years and when I play socially I always use persimmon woods and old irons and a simple putter - it is more enjoyable to me and the feel is way better. It's really not that hard - if it was golf wouldn't have been popular all this time. With new drivers you don't even have to middle it. I also don't agree that making everything high tech and easy af helps grow the game. How the f does having more expensive clubs grow the game or having more matinence fees for members because of bigger courses make people wanna become members? It doesn't. People that don't know anything about golf aren't playing because of 460cc drivers with adjustable weight and swivel heads, only some golf nerd would think that. That kind of tech has it's place but it's place is allowing senior citezens to keep playing as their physicality designs or for women to play with especially if it's mixed company. No normal man or teenage boy needs that shit to enjoy golf.

[@otoolec29]

I've been putting like this since I was a little kid using an old odessy putter found in my uncle's barn that had been run over by a car and the shaft was bent 20 degrees forward. Having your hands that far forward makes it relatively easy to lock your left wrist even without the whole arm-lock deal. My style has always used left arm maintains direction/aim, right arm controls power. Its always worked well for me, this product is interesting because it seems like the closest analog to how I've putt my whole life. (Yes I still play with that same old bent to hell putter, 25 years later)

[@wullieman]

Wasn’t trying with the first putts with his own putter. Kidding no one lolo

[@Swampfox12345]

I don't have an armlock putter by definition, but I do have a chunky pistol GT2 Superstroke grip on my putter, and with my left hand low grip I do give it a bit of forward press with my right hand and sort of anchor my knuckles into my forearm. This has really helped me stabilize the putter and I do very good at starting the ball on line with the right pace. I still get a tiny bit of wrist action because it's not actually locked in but feels right to me and it works at the moment. Now if I could only get better at reading greens and judging the amount of break I'd be dangerous!

[@brannerjr1897]

The people that complain about armlock are just mad they cant put

[@brannerjr1897]

Putt*

[@sfst2]

But the people that use armlock putters are the ones that couldn’t putt to start with.

[@hjjones123321]

@@sfst2 ah yes, like Matt Kuchar, the shittiest putter around...

[@brannerjr1897]

@@sfst2yes they adapt and try new things to become a better putter. What i am trying to say is people that complain are the ones mad that people putt better than them with an armlock

[@pipedown7969]

@@brannerjr1897 so you are saying all the guys on tour saying it shouldn’t be allowed are just bad putters right? You must be like +10 handicapper with only 17 putts per round

[@gmartinez5433]

Question - can you turn any putter into an armlock? Are they weighted differently? I noticed the armlock had an offset shaft (is that needed). Or could I add a shaft extension and a new grip to turn my putter into an armlock style putter?

[@ANtA585]

I dont know why there is a debate on this especially for the pro level. I haven't seen someone who was absolutely a terrible putter now rolling everything in

[@pipedown7969]

Bryson.... his putting pre arm lock was terrible. Post he became one of the best putters. I mean he was so bad before he was even trying things like that side saddle straight shaft technique lol if you Havnt seen it look it up

[@ANtA585]

@@pipedown7969 I don't see any stats on pgatour.com where he is ranked in the top 10

[@ZahraIsMyDog]

@@ANtA585 he’s #10 in strokes gained putting all 2020 according to pgatour.com.

[@birdiesnbogeys7380]

@@ZahraIsMyDog yeah but the other 9 dont armlock

[@ZahraIsMyDog]

@@birdiesnbogeys7380 yeah but dude just said Bryson isn’t top ten on the site when he literally is. That’s all.

[@pdub2762]

Really enjoyed this video Mr Rick. Sometimes I don't always like your videos but I appreciate that you have a lot of different types and it keeps me coming back 🤜🤛

[@mahalpert]

Rick makes the best content

[@ScottGrass]

I honestly am not sure what I like more. The new putter or Ricks haircut! Looking good buddy, thanks for the great video!

[@SlainteFromFlorida]

If it was such an advantage, everyone would be using it.

[@rmmst49]

it is an advantage, and everyone should be using either the evenroll or the bettinardi, but many are set in their ways for whatever reason, and would rather stay with whatever they are used to.

[@loduca16]

That’s an idiotic statement. Not “everyone” was using an anchored putter before it was banned.

[@gabrielcocco5188]

Give it time, you'll see golfers giving this a try.

[@kevo.b9018]

Do you think the arm lock putter would be a good training aid for a "flicky" putting style? Not necessarily keep it in the bag but just to get use to normal putting

[@gregorywalker4997]

hope they don't let everybody get used to it and then ban it like the anchor style--rediculous by the ruling bodies.

[@robertcuomo7084]

Tried the SuperStoke wrist lock grip as a cheap alternative to buying an armlock putter. Too early to give a big thumbs up BUT I am very impressed with my results with this from any distance. Using a 4 inch extension on my 35inch Cleveland mallet.

[@daverobertocarlos]

If it was that much of a game changer, everyone would use armlock

[@ExTrumpet]

More and more are switching it seems...but it won't help with reading greens!!

[@Awang333]

In 5-10 years most pros will use armlock. They just haven’t made the switch

[@pootle1810]

I've just bought a 41" armlock but being 6'3" with back problems, I use it normal style but standing more upright. Still getting used to it but my putting is improving with every hole

[@barking_mad6649]

Xander Schauffele uses it but thinks they should be banned. “I am for banning the armlock putters, but if everyone else is going to use it, and I feel like they have a bigger advantage, I may as well do the same.

[@diggermeddler1169]

Bullshit banning these. It's already limited enough that you can't lock it over the elbow

[@zadou99]

Been on KZbin for 12 years ! This guy can make content 10/10

[@TriggeredMuch]

Anything that gives you an edge should be allowed

[@Alex-so6rq]

Woah what a trip, I spend my whole night last night looking at the midlock after learning about it and next thing I know there’s a new Rick Shiels video on it! Super cool video man

[@jumperstartful]

For me, it all comes down to that 6 inch putter between my ears. I've heard it said that golf is 90% mental and the other 10% is mental.

[@gregorylu]

I think some pros have been against armlock, and their way of describing it was, it doesn't make a good putter into a great putter, but it makes bad putters into good putters. Basically making it easier to get better at putting. But who knows.

[@Kaddywompous]

I got an armlock this year and I’m NEVER going back. If they end up banning it I’ll have to become an outlaw.

[@mostdeadlygeist]

i thought i'd like arm lock putters until i tried one. had similar issues to rick where i felt like i was so focused on keeping it locked that my hand/wrist would cramp up from the 'squeeze'. got a standard putter and haven't looked back.

[@ryanclingenpeel8232]

Wouldn’t you just be more used to the line that you just hit ten puts at? I don’t think the 8/10 is that crazy

[@cliverose9958]

I’ve been putting that way since the 1980s but using a standard Ping putter. I tried it after watching Bernhardt Langer use it in the 1985 masters. Not only does it stop you being too wristy it also places your eyes directly over the ball, which helps with alignment.

[@ST-wq1vq]

Bryson isn't even in the top 20 putters on the pga tour lol. And Xander's putting was much better before he switched lol

[@brahamthomas1198]

Bryson is 30th this year, and finished 10th overall last season. Shut up lol.

[@mikerodrick2430]

Hi Rick; I noticed when putting, it seemed that the putter actually swung in a vertical arc rather than low to the ground & actually hit the ball on an upswing. Does it not make the ball roll off the face rather than skid before it rolls with the low to the ground stroke? Which do you teach?

[@macstauffacher3602]

Straight up, Rick looks like he’s rocking a toupee

[@timothyhickman9316]

Late to this video but tried one at a golf shop and made the first three 15 footers. Thought wow and when I went to buy it a week later all arm lock putters were sold out!

[@johnboyrussell1983]

Can a standard putter be converted to a 'arm lock' putter? For instance can you buy a 'arm lock' grip?

[@MPE828]

I've tried the Enroll midlock and Odyssey equivalent putter. I liked the midlock much more. First time testing it, it felt very natural to me. I just bought the Evnroll midlock and can't wait to take it out on the course.

[@tomw6719]

Rick, as usual great video. I might like to see you use different color balls when you alternate shots with two putters like you did here. The visual would be good for determining how each putter preforms.

[@sueharding111]

Back when i played regular golf ( many years ago now ) i guess you could say i used this method without the need for a longer club ... holding the grip lower and " locking " it into my wrist my putting was pretty decent tbh , a small adjustment to how the face approached the ball ie tilted more forward was all i needed to consistently putt well

[@osamaqureshi6079]

Rick would you recommend a 15 or 18 handicap this method of arm lock or no shouldn't touch it? rn I use the way you do in putting and putting is quite solid.

[@kcbice]

I putt left hand low and use an EVNRoll mid-lock putter. I don't find it difficult to get the grip into my forearm at all and get similar results as far as feeling solid and my putting stats have improved from 1.88 putts per hole to 1.79 so I save 1 or 2 strokes per round with it.

[@jerryneff6018]

No pivot means the putter is legal. Armlock looks to raise your putting confidence, thus,, performance. Great review. Thank you Rick

[@williamgould4603]

I have that black er2 with the gravity grip, can I throw the armlock on it or do I need a different club altogether?

[@scrobeaa]

Another great video Rick, thanks so much for sharing, I really look forward to the next one

[@patobrien7009]

Interesting video as I'm currently searching for a new putter. I will definitely take a hard look at the arm lock putter. I think you should give this putter a 6 month trial.

[@daishareynolds7490]

Great job rick! Keep up the good work! Thanks to you, I went out and shot an 80 today on my b-day! Thanks for all you do man.

[@steveperry1344]

i'd like to try one. i could even make one out of a spare alternate putter with an extension and a doubled up grip, would have to most likely mess around with head weight.

[@TigerWoodard]

Personal preference is key in putting. Great video Mr Shiels, ur mate Pete is watching this I'm sure and he's proud of you. He 2 has a armlock putter. Keep up the good work. God bless you sir

[@stevewaters555]

Love your enthusiasm and honesty Love the channel too keep it up rick ⛳⛳⛳

[@jpl7481]

I switched to an arm lock putter this winter and I really love it

[@nickmanville900]

I put an Armlock putter in the bag and literally instantly dropped 4 shots off my handicap. I no longer fear putts under 5 feet, I was always due for 1 or 2... or 3 or 4 misses from that range every round. Now I miss from within 5 feet about once ever 3 rounds.