Putter Length for 6' 4" height

[Hackers_Haven]

Hello All,

 

New to the forums, recently purchased a new putter 34", how important is the length in terms of accuracy? I don't seem to have an issue with a 34" putter although later found that 35" is recommended for one who is over 6' tall. Anyone have the same experience?

[MattM97]

It's all about comfort. Are you comfortable with a 34" putter? Does your back hurt if putting more than 10min at a time? Does your stroke feel off with a short putter vs large?

For me I like longer, I'm 6'3" and prefer putters in the 35-36" range because I'm more upright and my back likes it. Pro Jigger Thompson who's 6'9" uses a 34" or something on the shorter side because he likes the position it gets him in. Then there's Jon Rahm who's 6'1-6'2" and uses a 37".

So as you can see, nothing set in stone just what you find comfortable and works.

[Greenie]

I'm 6'3". I play my irons +1" long. When it comes to my putters I have always putted better with a 34" putter. I've tried 36,35, and 33" putters too. 34" is the length I am most comfortable using.

[Matt70]

I’m 6’1. I play 35” for flownecks and 34” for plumbers neck. No idea why!!!

[luke1333]

I am 6'4" and I use a 36" putter and yes it matters a lot to getting everything lined up properly!

[Bobb3rdown]

6'1 play .5 over irons. Played 35" putter for a long time. Switched to a short heavy putter at 33.5 and have been putting great. Also switched from face balanced to plumbers neck.

[rhines89]

I’m 6’3” and use a 34” putter. I think it all depends on posture and length of arms. I know guys that are 6”3” that use 37” putters as well, just whatever fits your stroke and style.

[596]

6-3 and play .5" long irons. Ricky Johnson center shaft putter is 38".

[MattMo]

6'4" here and play irons +.5" 3* up. Putter length has fluctuated anywhere from 34-36" over the past 2 years. With all this quarantine downtime at home, decided to lengthen my entire stable of putters to play 35.5" - 36". Ultimately came down to a comfortable posture, as I prefer more upright. Also working on correct eye position at address, so I'm using the reflective side of a CD face up to see my reflection, placing the ball in the center hole. Quick easy reference in a pinch.

[GeorgeHWB]

It all depends on your posture. It can vary greatly. Anyone who automatically says you need a 35" putter if you're over 6 feet tall is not very smart when it comes to golf.

[Neurotica]

6’4” here my irons are +1/2 and 2* up...putter is 35”. This is comfortable for me and I putt better with this length...which as others have posted is the most important factor.

[MountainGoat]

I’m 6’3” and use 35”.

[Bigjim1022]

Same, 6’3 and putt way better with 34”. With anything longer I have a hard time feeling the putter head. I also only play my irons at+1/4” and 2° upright.

I actually tried putting with a putter that was 1° flat for awhile because I liked the look. Didn’t putt any better though.

[Judge440]

6'4" with irons .5" over and putters are primarily 35" and have a few 34"

[kenstl]

6'4" and currently playing 37". I think you have to find a length that lets you relax during the stroke.

 

[extrastiff]

I’m 6’5 playing 35 inches.

tried 37 inches. The swing weight went off the charts, and so did distance control.i tried counter balance, overall weight was too much. I assume Jon Rahm had a custom lighter head made for this purpose, dunno tho.

I Putt like Rory now... I don’t stand over it forever. I line it up, get set, and go.

[Hackers_Haven]

Thanks everyone! really helped to hear your experiences. I ended up taking back the 34" and getting the 35". More comfortable, easier on the lower back and feels better off of the face. Went with the Scotty Cameron 2018 Newport, I can see my handicap getting lower with this putter (when the CA Gov decides to let us play golf (palm to face)).

[James the Hogan Fan]

Great that you found something you were comfortable with. I'm 6'-3" and play at 33½ inches with a Nicklaus style hunch. Many ways to put the ball in the hole from all kinds of stances, weights and lengths.