Sub70 Sycamore 001 Review

[5 O'Clock Charlie]

Well I was sad to not be able to see this in person at the Milwaukee Golf Show in March, but I understand why Sub70 opted not to make the trip. I still had intentions of buying this putter, and pulled the trigger on Tuesday 5/5. Putter arrived on Saturday 5/9. I initially ran into Sub70 when doing research on Maltby equipment that I was considering making a build with. Some post said, "hey if you are considering those, check out Sub70..." so I did. WOW! I would have gone with their irons, but I ended up using some connections I had to bag some new MP-20's or else I would probably have their cb/mb combo in play. Maybe next time.

Here is a little photo gallery of the 001. I will say that it was difficult to find good images of this putter in person when doing research, so I hope to cover most of the angles here. I did wish their video on their site had some good images, but it was just a clip of someone talking about the putter. Putter looks amazing and feels even better!

My experience has been spot on with everyone else who has commented on their experience with Sub70, that being 100% positive. The only thing that I wish I could have had, was having the putter adjusted for the lie angle during the process. I reached out and they were prompt and told me they don't offer that service. It's not a deal breaker, I just have to take the extra trip to get it bent, which I was hoping to not have to do.

I was not expecting a Headcover. This is a nice touch. No where on their site when you are looking at this putter do you see an image of a Headcover, so I was pleasantly surprised to see this.

 

It also has the Magnetic snaps, and is not velcro, wise decision!

 

And as most have reported, a personalized hand-written note from the owner, some tees and a ball marker! Thanks so much guys!

 

Feels great on the rug, can't wait to get it out to the course this week! With feel being subjective and unique to everyone, this has a slightly firmer feel than the Ping Vault 2.0 B60 I have, as well as the 2020 Scotty Cameron Select Fastback. Just slightly firmer, but noticeable. I love the squared off look, like a Newport 2 and a simple clean line. There will be no excuses with this putter!

All in was $149, which included shipping. I wen't with the win exec standard grip as I am not a superstroke fan. They offer the 1.0 slim, flatso and a couple of 2.0 models as well for an additional $10.

[roundersmitty]

Sweet looking stick! All for the same price as the Ksig1.

[justasgood]

Is that a scratch on the rear bumper where it curves to the flange? Looks like a sharpie was used to cover it up.

[MaineMariner]

I had no idea that Sub 70 even made putters, and especially not at that price point. Thanks for the comprehensive review, I'm adding them to my list of companies to remember for the next time I buy a putter.

The lie angle bit is weird, though. I wonder why they can't adjust it. I remember when I was thinking about buying a Wilson Staff putter I inquired with their customer service and was told that they couldn't adjust the lie angle. I assumed that, because of the $100 price point, it was because they shipped from some overseas factory.

I just went on their website and noticed they offered an armlock putter, with the specs listing it with an 81 degree lie angle. Errr, isn't that illegal? That's odd.

[Mr Smooth]

How heavy does the head feel, in comparison to other answer style putters? Their website mentions them using a heavier head - wondering if that was noticeable? Thanks

[5 O'Clock Charlie]

Took me a bit to go through the pics, but I see the mark on the overhead looking down on the carpet. It was actually a finger smear as it wiped off. Didn't notice it, probably the lays chips I was eating while I was watching it snow in Wisconsin on May 10. Sadly, half the pics were from May 9, the day before....

[5 O'Clock Charlie]

That's a good question. I noticed that it said 380 grams as well and I was a bit concerned before I ordered. I got it in and was rolling it around and it didn't seem 'overly' heavy. In fact day 1, I didn't notice much difference at all. Today, it felt a 'tad' heavier, but still not like a sledgehammer or anything. It has good balance and overall good weighting to it. My Ping Vault 2.0 B60 felt heavier than this.

[stuman74]

I know this is an old thread, but just got an 001 last month.  Real sweet putter!  The heavy head I'm having a little trouble dialing in from longer distance, but I think the main thing is the lie.  I got it stock and apparently it's. 72*.  Did you by chance have it flattened at all?  I may see if I can get mine bent, but I don't want to ruin it.  Thanks.