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[mitchdoc]

31 minutes ago, TheMagicStinger said:

Did anyone pickup the masters cover that dropped today? 

I want one but can't justify cost at moment.

[manVSgolf]

2 hours ago, TheMagicStinger said:

Did anyone pickup the masters cover that dropped today? 

I’d like to congratulate the 16 total people who were able to pick one up.  I was checking constantly for their Masters release

of Course got busy at work minutes before the reveal.  Sold out when I re-checked.  
 

Boo-urns.

[TheMagicStinger]

10 minutes ago, manVSgolf said:

I’d like to congratulate the 16 total people who were able to pick one up.  I was checking constantly for their Masters release

of Course got busy at work minutes before the reveal.  Sold out when I re-checked.  
 

Boo-urns.

Was it really only 16?

[manVSgolf]

7 minutes ago, TheMagicStinger said:

Was it really only 16?

I’m just salty, I have no idea.

 

def not paying the $200 scalpers requesting on eBay.  

Edited April 11 by manVSgolf
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[MU Mike]

14 hours ago, TheMagicStinger said:

Did anyone pickup the masters cover that dropped today? 

 

I did, yes.  Was looking for a headcover to replace the standard one so the timing was perfect.

[TheMagicStinger]

Just now, MU Mike said:

 

I did, yes.  Was looking for a headcover to replace the standard one so the timing was perfect.

I grabbed one too. 
 

my original df2.1 was lifted out of my garage. My replacement didn’t come with a HC so I’ve been holding out. So glad I did. I’ve never been a HC fanatic but I’m proud of my LAB putter so I figured it’s time to dress it up. 

[jjgott]

I was fit for a DF3 at 34.5/69. So basically stock.
 

Does it make more sense to buy a 34” and get a 1/2 extension or 35” and cut it 1/2 an inch? Also how easy will the grip pull be or do I need to buy another grip?

[Rbsiedsc]

20 minutes ago, jjgott said:

I was fit for a DF3 at 34.5/69. So basically stock.
 

Does it make more sense to buy a 34” and get a 1/2 extension or 35” and cut it 1/2 an inch? Also how easy will the grip pull be or do I need to buy another grip?

Just grip down 1/2”

[Bunkersarebigcups]

On 4/11/2024 at 11:06 PM, jjgott said:

I was fit for a DF3 at 34.5/69. So basically stock.
 

Does it make more sense to buy a 34” and get a 1/2 extension or 35” and cut it 1/2 an inch? Also how easy will the grip pull be or do I need to buy another grip?

By the longer one and grip down. If it doesnt work, cut it down. Only is the prize of one grip (dont know if pulling it is possible without destruction.

 

I have gripped down on my DF ever since it arrived as I needed to widen my stance a little, so I am not standing as tall as with my previous putter.

[jamie]

What kind of oil do you use to clean your LAB's?

[mitchdoc]

6 hours ago, Bunkersarebigcups said:

By the longer one and grip down. If it doesnt work, cut it down. Only is the prize of one grip (dont know if pulling it is possible without destruction.

 

I have gripped down on my DF ever since it arrived as I needed to widen my stance a little, so I am not standing as tall as with my previous putter.

I would argue do you prefer a heavier putter or a lighter putter? Chances are the 34 in one will be somewhat heavier to accommodate swing weight differences of the shorter shaft. Therefore if you prefer a heavy putter I would go for the 34 and extend it and do the opposite if you prefer lighter

[TheMagicStinger]

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Edited April 22 by TheMagicStinger

[Rbsiedsc]

On 4/15/2024 at 10:40 AM, jamie said:

What kind of oil do you use to clean your LAB's?

olive oil. which reminds me mine is due for a cleaning today.

[SUITS]

Cannot seem to get the online fitting took to accept my entry. Anyone else having trouble?

[johnsomp]

On 4/15/2024 at 1:40 PM, jamie said:

What kind of oil do you use to clean your LAB's?

 

Putter Butter from Golfworks

[ephmen]

On 4/10/2024 at 11:03 PM, TheMagicStinger said:

Was it really only 16?

How much did they go for on ebay? 

[TheMagicStinger]

3 hours ago, ephmen said:

How much did they go for on ebay? 

Idk but mine came with stitching issues that LAB is going to make right. 
 

also, they are restocking so the poor souls that turned to eBay probably did so unnecessarily. 

[jjgott]

On 4/11/2024 at 5:06 PM, jjgott said:

I was fit for a DF3 at 34.5/69. So basically stock.
 

Does it make more sense to buy a 34” and get a 1/2 extension or 35” and cut it 1/2 an inch? Also how easy will the grip pull be or do I need to buy another grip?

Well, a 34.5/69 DF3 with a white Accra shaft just hit the lab outlet and is now coming my way!

[ClemsonTC]

I’m about to order the DF3 in orange with the white grip. Should I go with the white or black ACCRA shaft? I’m leaning white I think …

[TonyRo]

IMO the orange looks better with all white details. Getchu some Dole Whipped action! 

Edited May 1 by TonyRo

[ClemsonTC]

8 hours ago, TonyRo said:

IMO the orange looks better with all white details. Getchu some Dole Whipped action! 

I went with the all white. The waiting game begins! 

[B_of_H]

On 4/15/2024 at 6:33 AM, Bunkersarebigcups said:

By the longer one and grip down. If it doesnt work, cut it down. 

 

 

 

If you cut down a lab it won't be balanced theoretically, right?  I mean you can't even replace the grip with a different lab grip without throwing them off from what I can tell.  

[TonyRo]

1 hour ago, B_of_H said:

If you cut down a lab it won't be balanced theoretically, right? 

You can cut them down. The amount they've quote varies, but it sort of hovers around the 1" range. You can replace grips with identical or similar weight and you won't mess things up too much or at all. I believe they've advised that a decent rule of them is that if your putter still balances toe up on a flat surface then you've have affected the balance. 

[rlb4]

11 hours ago, TonyRo said:

You can cut them down. The amount they've quote varies, but it sort of hovers around the 1" range. You can replace grips with identical or similar weight and you won't mess things up too much or at all. I believe they've advised that a decent rule of them is that if your putter still balances toe up on a flat surface then you've have affected the balance. 

This is correct. Sam has stated this many times.

[ssf301]

I thought I'd write a quick review of the LAB putters I've owned.  I've always been a "good" putter.  I tend to be a 1-3 handicap and average around 29 putts per round.  I rarely 3 putt, but am always looking for more 1 putts and am always tinkering.

 

Please keep in mind these are my personal opinions and won't necessarily be the same as yours.  🙂

 

DF 2.1 - I believe this is the easiest of the LAB putters to swing on line and is the most "balanced".  If you are a truly terrible putter and are looking for the most help, this is where I would start.  That being said I think it's awful looking and has the worst feel of the LAB putters I've tried.  It's not bad, just different and I like the others better.

 

Mezz Max - I like the looks and feel of this one a bit better than the DF 2.1, but I'd still take the DF 2.1 for stability and forgiveness.  It's not a great looking putter but not horrible either.  I can see why this one gets chosen often.

 

DF 3 - They've done a really nice job with this putter as an evolution of the 2.1.  I think it's the best feeling of the LAB offerings and isn't quite as ginormous as the 2.1.   If I were sending someone to pick up a LAB putter I'd probably tell them to start with the DF 3 all things considered.

 

LINK - This is my personal favorite of the LAB putters and the one that is in my bag right now.  I just like the look of it significantly better than the others and the shaft being closer to the face of the putter (vs. the significant distance between the putter face and the shaft with the others) just suits my eye better.  I also like the feel of the Link better than the others (except the DF 3 which feels similar but is more forgiving).

 

LOOKS

Link>Mezz Max>DF 3>DF 2.1

 

FEEL

DF 3>Link>Mezz Max>DF 2.1

 

FORGIVENESS

DF 2.1>DF 3>Mezz Max>Link

 

EASIEST TO SWING

DF 2.1>DF3>Mezz Max>Link

 

EASIEST TO TRANSITION TO FROM A TRADITIONAL PUTTER

Link>Mezz Max>DF 3>DF 2.1

 

I believe it's quite a bit easier to jump into the Link (pick it up and start rolling putts) vs. the others.  I believe it's largely because of the larger offset between the putter face and the shaft and the forward press grips on the others.

 

When I hear people pick up and DF 2.1/3/Mezz Max and roll it a few times or play a round or two with it and have no success, I believe those putters need more than a little adjustment time for most of us than most putters do.  I believe most will need some time and practice to get the most benefit.

 

As I mentioned, the Link is in my bag but I also still own by DF 3.  I've sold the others.  Time will tell whether I also sell the DF 3 or keep it around.  For now I am making a lot of putts with the Link.

[snagy2000]

How much heavier are the heads with heavier weights compared to the standard weights?

[tilasan]

56 minutes ago, ssf301 said:

I thought I'd write a quick review of the LAB putters I've owned.  I've always been a "good" putter.  I tend to be a 1-3 handicap and average around 29 putts per round.  I rarely 3 putt, but am always looking for more 1 putts and am always tinkering.

 

Please keep in mind these are my personal opinions and won't necessarily be the same as yours.  🙂

 

DF 2.1 - I believe this is the easiest of the LAB putters to swing on line and is the most "balanced".  If you are a truly terrible putter and are looking for the most help, this is where I would start.  That being said I think it's awful looking and has the worst feel of the LAB putters I've tried.  It's not bad, just different and I like the others better.

 

Mezz Max - I like the looks and feel of this one a bit better than the DF 2.1, but I'd still take the DF 2.1 for stability and forgiveness.  It's not a great looking putter but not horrible either.  I can see why this one gets chosen often.

 

DF 3 - They've done a really nice job with this putter as an evolution of the 2.1.  I think it's the best feeling of the LAB offerings and isn't quite as ginormous as the 2.1.   If I were sending someone to pick up a LAB putter I'd probably tell them to start with the DF 3 all things considered.

 

LINK - This is my personal favorite of the LAB putters and the one that is in my bag right now.  I just like the look of it significantly better than the others and the shaft being closer to the face of the putter (vs. the significant distance between the putter face and the shaft with the others) just suits my eye better.  I also like the feel of the Link better than the others (except the DF 3 which feels similar but is more forgiving).

 

LOOKS

Link>Mezz Max>DF 3>DF 2.1

 

FEEL

DF 3>Link>Mezz Max>DF 2.1

 

FORGIVENESS

DF 2.1>DF 3>Mezz Max>Link

 

EASIEST TO SWING

DF 2.1>DF3>Mezz Max>Link

 

EASIEST TO TRANSITION TO FROM A TRADITIONAL PUTTER

Link>Mezz Max>DF 3>DF 2.1

 

I believe it's quite a bit easier to jump into the Link (pick it up and start rolling putts) vs. the others.  I believe it's largely because of the larger offset between the putter face and the shaft and the forward press grips on the others.

 

When I hear people pick up and DF 2.1/3/Mezz Max and roll it a few times or play a round or two with it and have no success, I believe those putters need more than a little adjustment time for most of us than most putters do.  I believe most will need some time and practice to get the most benefit.

 

As I mentioned, the Link is in my bag but I also still own by DF 3.  I've sold the others.  Time will tell whether I also sell the DF 3 or keep it around.  For now I am making a lot of putts with the Link.

May I ask what shaft and grip are on your link and DF3?

[ssf301]

14 minutes ago, tilasan said:

May I ask what shaft and grip are on your link and DF3?

 

Accra shaft in all of them.  Link had the standard rubber grip but I've since moved to a Superstroke grip.  DF 3 had the Press II 3 degree, but I have been back and forth between it and a Superstroke on the DF 3 as well.

[tilasan]

10 minutes ago, ssf301 said:

 

Accra shaft in all of them.  Link had the standard rubber grip but I've since moved to a Superstroke grip.  DF 3 had the Press II 3 degree, but I have been back and forth between it and a Superstroke on the DF 3 as well.

Thanks! Is the press 3 degree a lot bigger then the superstroke?  What superstroke have you been playing?

[ssf301]

7 minutes ago, tilasan said:

Thanks! Is the press 3 degree a lot bigger then the superstroke?  What superstroke have you been playing?

3.0 and 5.0 Superstrokes.  The Press II 3 degree is smaller than both Superstrokes, but pretty close to the 3.0 Superstroke size.