The length of a putter depends on your height and posture. Here are some general guidelines:
- Under 5 feet = 32 inches or smaller
- 50” to 52” = 32.5 inches
- 52” to 54” = 33 inches
- 54” to 56” = 33.5 inches
- 56” to 58” = 34 inches
- 58” to 60” = 34.5 inches
- 60” to 62” = 35 inches
- 62” and above = 36 inches
If you are taller or shorter than the average height, you may need a customized putter. Its important to find the right length for your game because it affects your eye position at address, your ability to find the right line, get the proper face rotation, and distance control. You can measure your putter length at home with the help of another person by following these steps:
- Stand in your normal putting stance.
- Have someone hold the putter with the grip end on the ground and the head pointing up.
- Measure the distance from the ground to your wrist.
- Add half an inch to the measurement to get your putter length.
If you worry that the putter is too long, you can choke up on the club or get it trimmed down one inch. If you like everything about your current putter but its too short, you can have it extended.
