ClubTest: Mallet Putters (February 2007)
Ping Redwood Piper S$280; pinggolf.com
The company line "Oversized stainless steel head is precision milled to exact specifications with clean flowing lines and a superior feel. Its black nickel chrome coating offers an appealing look."
Pros: "No need to put a "hit" on the ball; a smooth, easy stroke yields consistent results."
--Rich Bernstein (handicap 13)
"Center hits feel so easy, smooth and rewarding."
--Dan DeVries (14)
"I like the weightless feel during my stroke."
--Andy Simon (25)
"Plenty of jump from face despite soft feel."
--Jon Kotraba (10)
"Easy to square. Entire face feels like the sweet spot."
--Michael Kaye (14)
"Impact feel should make others jealous."
--Adam Zisserman (11)
Cons: "The head looks asymmetrical so it's difficult to aim. Sight lines are different lengths and the weight bars are different sizes."
--Rich Sullivan (12)


