Odyssey Two-Ball Armlock

[nmoneyt]

I think I am going to do a little experiment with an armlock putter. I tend to be too active with my wrists and am an absolute horror show within 10 feet. Plus, who couldn't use another putter?

 

I am 5'-11" (long-legged and very short torso) and was playing around at the PGA Superstore last night. They had 40" and 42" lengths available. I generally like to be a little more upright when I putt, so the 42" was more comfortable on my back, but I'm concerned with how high it comes up my forearm (it was 3/4" to 1") below my elbow. There is not much guidance on putter length for armlocks online, so curious to hear what everyone's thoughts are. Should I go 42" or give myself a little more wiggle room on my forearm with the 40"? I'm mainly concerned that the 42 might be too long if I change my posture to be a little less upright even though it was more comfortable.  Being this is an experiment, I don't really want to spend the time, effort, and money going to a place to get fit. 

[golfinbrad]

I'd go 40".  Like you mentioned if you change your stance a 40" will still work.  You aren't going to go more upright.  Anywhere from the middle of the forearm up works.  I am 5' 9" and had a 40" and could have went to a 38"  Good luck.  I wish I kept mine.

[nmoneyt]

1 hour ago, golfinbrad said:

I'd go 40".  Like you mentioned if you change your stance a 40" will still work.  You aren't going to go more upright.  Anywhere from the middle of the forearm up works.  I am 5' 9" and had a 40" and could have went to a 38"  Good luck.  I wish I kept mine.

 

This was my thought process. The 42 felt better, but I think the 40 provides more long-term flexibility. 

[Langaandy]

Yeah I play a 42 but I'm also 6'8. 

 

Honestly without seeing you putt I couldn't give you a good answer either way.  It really depends on you, your style, and what feels comfortable.

 

Are you Lefty or Righty?

Do you lock against your Left or Right arm?