Odyssey Tank Cruiser: Official Member Testing and Review Thread

[Puppetmaster]

[quote name='Dscvrr St Louis' timestamp='1406257219' post='9780289']
Looks sweet!! rolled the 330m cruiser last night at the store very solid. ..great roll!!
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I'm sold on the counterbalance and have always liked the different versions of the White Hot insert, it's just a matter of finding the right head. It was between the V-Line and 330M for me and it was a tough decision because of how much I liked the WHP V-Line, but in the end the slight toe hang of the 330M is what nudged me. And again, I just have an affinity for the 330M shape.

[DTown3011]

[quote name='Puppetmaster' timestamp='1406293366' post='9782043']
[quote name='Dscvrr St Louis' timestamp='1406257219' post='9780289']
Looks sweet!! rolled the 330m cruiser last night at the store very solid. ..great roll!!
[/quote]

I'm sold on the counterbalance and have always liked the different versions of the White Hot insert, it's just a matter of finding the right head. It was between the V-Line and 330M for me and it was a tough decision because of how much I liked the WHP V-Line, but in the end the slight toe hang of the 330M is what nudged me. And again, I just have an affinity for the 330M shape.
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I'm sold on counterbalance as well but prefer a firmer feel. Have always played a steel or metal insert so the MXM appealed to me. Huge fan of the Tank!

[Puppetmaster]

[quote name='DTown3011' timestamp='1406294059' post='9782125']
[quote name='Puppetmaster' timestamp='1406293366' post='9782043']
[quote name='Dscvrr St Louis' timestamp='1406257219' post='9780289']
Looks sweet!! rolled the 330m cruiser last night at the store very solid. ..great roll!!
[/quote]

I'm sold on the counterbalance and have always liked the different versions of the White Hot insert, it's just a matter of finding the right head. It was between the V-Line and 330M for me and it was a tough decision because of how much I liked the WHP V-Line, but in the end the slight toe hang of the 330M is what nudged me. And again, I just have an affinity for the 330M shape.
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I'm sold on counterbalance as well but prefer a firmer feel. Have always played a steel or metal insert so the MXM appealed to me. Huge fan of the Tank!
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If they came out with a MXM [u]Tank[/u] 330M I'd be all over it too...

[Dscvrr St Louis]

I am waiting for MXM V-Line. ...Cruiser or regular MXM is just fine with me...but do the Versa V-line head!!!

[Gpepe21]

I'm def going to be picking up one of these

[BewareTheGlowball]

Hmm. I just recently noticed with mine that the lock on the weight in the grip seems to come loose during normal activities. (putting in trunk/taking out etc) Mine came loose in the middle of a round and felt horrible, i had to kind of jam a tee in and twist to get it to hold for the round. I feel like there should be a lock system like when you lock the head on adjustable drivers.

Or am I crazy and the only one that has had this happen? I feel like that could be a ruling nightmare too if you have to bring out a tool to adjust the tightness.. (but I do get a little paranoid o.0)

[Dscvrr St Louis]

A little lock-tight on it should do it or tighten just a bit more. I know that without it being a torque wrench people are not sure how much to tighten. But the lock-tight would work and isn't permanent so should be fine.

[Puppetmaster]

My 330M says Hi from the 10th hole at Moose Ridge in South Lyon, MI. Great golf course btw, cut through acres of woods with a beautiful clubhouse and no other visual distractions like houses or other properties. Tough track though.

 

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Anyway, to cut right to it, I just played four of the worst rounds ever in recent history. Most of it was due to my inability to hit a wedge from 80 yards in, but also my failure to adjust to faster greens. And in the case of Forest Dunes, which I played after Moose Ridge, possibly the fastest greens I've ever played on. Shorter putts from maybe 8 feet in were fine, and I did make a bunch of tough 4-6 footers. However, outside of 10 feet was a disaster, the longer the putt, the worse I got. I was both blasting it by the hole 10-15 feet or leaving it 6-8 feet short. I definitely need more practice on faster greens, and know that it is all on me. I really don't want to mess with the set up, but I think I might try the lighter weights in the head to see if I can help myself tackle the feel aspect.

[johnnythunders]

after trying a number of putter including futura counter balance, ping ketsch, v-line regular the v-line counter balance won out. At firsdt had trouble with longer putts, went no weight in grip and 10 in head and it works great on short and long. KEEPER.

[Puppetmaster]

Meant to post an update, had a great putting round finally after 10+ rounds of struggles, partly because my alignment and just lack of touch. I'm very optimistic for the future with this 330M though.

 

The Eyeline practice mirror was a HUGE help to me in getting my issues sorted out, definitely not the putter's fault.

 

[leo the lion]

[quote name='John O. M.' timestamp='1405002645' post='9672887']
I grip my hands over the odyssey logo. My thumb settles right on the "OD" area right below the logo. (38")

What about everyone else?
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Me too. Loving this putter. Feels so stable.

[Puppetmaster]

Had another solid round with my 330M on Friday. As posted above, the Eyeline mirror has helped me a lot, but I also switched the grip weight from the 15 gram to the 30 gram, to go with the 20 gram weights in the head. Not sure how significant the weight change is, but I know my putting was good for the most part. Either way, I'll always be thankful for the opportunity to review it, and I guess it's a bonus that it's still in the bag and working well for me.

[DTown3011]

Still putting great with my custom Metal-X Milled #7 "Tank" that has been converted. It swings itself and the roll is incredible. It's been one of the staples of my bag all year - and my home course greens are extremely difficult, multiple tiers, and subtle breaks around the hole.

[thesamwise]

Checking in! I'm still rolling the 330. Anyone else still Tanking it?

[Puppetmaster]

Still using my 330M and I'm almost certain it will not be going anywhere for at least another season, even if I end up switching the weights around a little. Great putter.

[Warrick]

I played my first full round with it today, am in love. 0 - 3 putts.

The head is so stable, have it fully weighted.

[thesamwise]

[quote name='Warrick' timestamp='1422159482' post='10813031']
I played my first full round with it today, am in love. 0 - 3 putts.

The head is so stable, have it fully weighted.
[/quote]

Awesome. Glad to hear I'm not the only one. I love the shape and feel of the 330.

I'm rocking the 30gram in the grip and the 15s in the putter head. I was not a fan of the insert at first, but it's still growing on me.

You guys find that you have more success on either slow or fast greens, or is it money no matter what?

[Nic1972]

I have a No 7 in 38 inch. At the beginning I putted really well with it, but had always issues with longer putts, and this is getting worse. I tried all the different weights, it is better with the heaviest options in the sole and the grip, and it really helps on shorter putts, but I miss the feeling on longer putts. Therefore I will go back to my Scotty GoLo for the next few rounds, hopefully this will help.

[coreyl]

I left for a deployment about a month after I received the putter, so I didnt get in as many rounds for review as I would have liked. I have gotten in around 5 or 6 rounds since I got back a couple weeks ago, and I gotta say, this putter has firmly earned a spot in my bag. The more time with it I have, the more consistent my putting with it has gotten. I think that I am more consistent with this putter from 15-20 ft than I have been with any other putter. I am a fan

[Puppetmaster]

Almost a year later, and not one other putter has been in my bag since I received this.

Not only do I like the look, feel, sound, etc of my 330M, it has also performed great on the course thus far. Any shortcomings have been operator error. I have the 20 gram weights in the head and 30 gram in the grip, probably playing it around 33". Gripping the putter more in the fingers has helped me reduce some grip pressure and adjust to the thicker grip.

I think I've adjusted well in terms of lag/long putts, but where this has really shined for me is 6 feet and in. It's been a long time since I was this consistent when it comes to short putting.

Additionally, the quality of the finish has held up very well and it still looks essentially new. I've cleaned the grip a couple of times using Clorox wipes and that seems to be an effective way of restoring (somewhat) the cleanliness and tackiness.

[Warrick]

I have both the 330 and v-line in this model, love em both. I modded out a new SS 2.0 Faltso XL to go on my v-line, so that i could still use the tank weights and love it.

I think I may cut the 330 down to 33" and put a normal flatso on it, dump the CB weight in that one. I love the heavy head.

Great putters.

[Dave D]

[quote name='Puppetmaster' timestamp='1432868335' post='11647536']
Almost a year later, and not one other putter has been in my bag since I received this.

Not only do I like the look, feel, sound, etc of my 330M, it has also performed great on the course thus far. Any shortcomings have been operator error. I have the 20 gram weights in the head and 30 gram in the grip, probably playing it around 33". Gripping the putter more in the fingers has helped me reduce some grip pressure and adjust to the thicker grip.

I think I've adjusted well in terms of lag/long putts, but where this has really shined for me is 6 feet and in. It's been a long time since I was this consistent when it comes to short putting.

Additionally, the quality of the finish has held up very well and it still looks essentially new. I've cleaned the grip a couple of times using Clorox wipes and that seems to be an effective way of restoring (somewhat) the cleanliness and tackiness.
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do you play it at 33" with the superstroke grip still on it? or do you mean you grip it at 33?

[DTown3011]

[quote name='DTown3011' timestamp='1409680369' post='10050635']
Still putting great with my custom Metal-X Milled #7 "Tank" that has been converted. It swings itself and the roll is incredible. It's been one of the staples of my bag all year - and my home course greens are extremely difficult, multiple tiers, and subtle breaks around the hole.
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Posted Sept 2014. Still in the bag. I love this putter. I've actually adjusted to standing taller and gripping the putter perfect over the red hand guide on the Odyssey grip. It's allowed me to stand taller and swing the putter more freely.

[Puppetmaster]

[quote name=' Dave D' timestamp='1433757100' post='11709650']
[quote name='Puppetmaster' timestamp='1432868335' post='11647536']
Almost a year later, and not one other putter has been in my bag since I received this.

Not only do I like the look, feel, sound, etc of my 330M, it has also performed great on the course thus far. Any shortcomings have been operator error. I have the 20 gram weights in the head and 30 gram in the grip, probably playing it around 33". Gripping the putter more in the fingers has helped me reduce some grip pressure and adjust to the thicker grip.

I think I've adjusted well in terms of lag/long putts, but where this has really shined for me is 6 feet and in. It's been a long time since I was this consistent when it comes to short putting.

Additionally, the quality of the finish has held up very well and it still looks essentially new. I've cleaned the grip a couple of times using Clorox wipes and that seems to be an effective way of restoring (somewhat) the cleanliness and tackiness.
[/quote]
do you play it at 33" with the superstroke grip still on it? or do you mean you grip it at 33?
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I grip it down at around the 33" mark, based on lining the Tank up side by side with my 33" ProType #7. I have not modified the original grip or 35" length in any way. Thanks for clarifying.

[Warrick]

[quote name='Puppetmaster' timestamp='1433785681' post='11712008']
[quote name=' Dave D' timestamp='1433757100' post='11709650']
[quote name='Puppetmaster' timestamp='1432868335' post='11647536']
Almost a year later, and not one other putter has been in my bag since I received this.

Not only do I like the look, feel, sound, etc of my 330M, it has also performed great on the course thus far. Any shortcomings have been operator error. I have the 20 gram weights in the head and 30 gram in the grip, probably playing it around 33". Gripping the putter more in the fingers has helped me reduce some grip pressure and adjust to the thicker grip.

I think I've adjusted well in terms of lag/long putts, but where this has really shined for me is 6 feet and in. It's been a long time since I was this consistent when it comes to short putting.

Additionally, the quality of the finish has held up very well and it still looks essentially new. I've cleaned the grip a couple of times using Clorox wipes and that seems to be an effective way of restoring (somewhat) the cleanliness and tackiness.
[/quote]
do you play it at 33" with the superstroke grip still on it? or do you mean you grip it at 33?
[/quote]

I grip it down at around the 33" mark, based on lining the Tank up side by side with my 33" ProType #7. I have not modified the original grip or 35" length in any way. Thanks for clarifying.
[/quote]

Are you serious man....?

I have an Odyssey ProType 7 at 33", and that is how I got it figured out also.

Kinds creepy we are so much alike...

[Puppetmaster]

We just know how to do things the right way is all....

I had a slightly inconsistent day with the putter but realized after I had the toe off the ground a little. I still made some 4 to 6 footers, but also missed a couple badly, and missed the sweet spot on a couple of long putts . I don't expect to make everything of course, but I think I fixed the issue on the putting green after.

[Puppetmaster]

Gravedigger post... funny how I was the last one to post in this thread previously too, and almost 2 years ago.

 

Due to extended struggles with the putter, I threw the 330M in the bag this past week on a whim and had one of the best putting rounds in recent memory. Granted, I've been putting so badly that the bar was set low to begin with. Had seven 1-putts between 3 to 8 feet, and narrowly missed a few more, including leaving two 8-10 footers dead center short.

 

I had initially dumped the Tank because of lag putting and while that's still somewhat of an issue, I noted that as my putting got worse, my grip pressure got tighter. And as my grip pressure got tighter, my putting got worse. And so on. With more focus on lighter grip pressure and moving to 10 gram weights in the head and just the plug in the grip, I'm starting to see some improvement in speed control and touch.

[Boognish]

I picked up a 330m from a member recently, and so far I'm really digging it. I was skeptical, but the counter-balance thing is real. The weighting seems to make it much easier for me to produce a rocking pendulum stroke more consistently releasing the head on short putts. I have 10g weights in the head and a 30g in the butt of a SNSR grip playing at 35".

 

Yes, my touch on the long ones has probably been negatively affected. For now that's an OK tradeoff for the confidence boost its produced on the short must makes.

[coreyl]

Gravedigger post... funny how I was the last one to post in this thread previously too, and almost 2 years ago.

 

Due to extended struggles with the putter, I threw the 330M in the bag this past week on a whim and had one of the best putting rounds in recent memory. Granted, I've been putting so badly that the bar was set low to begin with. Had seven 1-putts between 3 to 8 feet, and narrowly missed a few more, including leaving two 8-10 footers dead center short.

 

I had initially dumped the Tank because of lag putting and while that's still somewhat of an issue, I noted that as my putting got worse, my grip pressure got tighter. And as my grip pressure got tighter, my putting got worse. And so on. With more focus on lighter grip pressure and moving to 10 gram weights in the head and just the plug in the grip, I'm starting to see some improvement in speed control and touch.

 

Glad you are finding your way back on the putting greens!

 

Mine is not currently in the bag, but b/c of that putter I purchased a versa 2 ball Tank. I don't like the feel of the black insert as much as I do with the white hot insert, but I like the way the versa colors frame the hole/ball a bit more, and my stroke with the 2 ball seems a bit more stable than the stroke with the #7. Either way, b/c of the tank cruiser, the only putters that find my bag are now counterbalanced heavy putters :D

[Puppetmaster]

Thanks. There is something about the stability of the putter that worked really well, as it did in the past. Now that I have a better, renewed grasp on feel, I'm hoping my putting will improve over the long haul.