ClubTest: Mallet Putters
CLUB
Odyssey
White Hot XG
Marxman Mallet
CLUB SPECS
$169, steel;
odysseygolf.com
WE TESTED
34" and 35" in
steel shaft
COMPANY LINE
"The multi-layer insert
has an elastomer
core material that
provides softness for
great feel, and is
highly resilient to get
the ball rolling quickly.
A thin outer striking
surface is firm for
fine-tuned
responsiveness."
OUR TEST PANEL SAYS...
Pro: Soft, yet 'clicky' face insert; enough
feel and response for low handicappers and
forgiveness for higher ones; white stripes
with three alternating black sight lines make
it easy to pick your line and promote a
straight-back-and-straight-through putt;
putts snap off the face; dampens vibrations
associated with off-center contact; light
overall feel given its size.
Con: Very easy to make a good stroke but
doesn't have that 'swings itself' feel;
noticeable drop-off on mis-hits.
"Visual aids help you see a square
face at impact." Chris Klamkin (2)


