What's the difference between an onset putter and a zero-torque putter?
Onset putters and zero-torque putters are designed for different types of strokes despite their visual similarities. Zero-torque technology helps keep the putter face square to the target line, while onset putters encourage a pulling motion for more consistent strokes. Understanding the differences can significantly impact a golfer's performance on the green.
- ▪Zero-torque putters maintain a square face to the target line by placing the center of gravity under the shaft axis.
- ▪Onset putters are designed with the shaft near the center line of the putterhead, promoting a pulling motion.
- ▪Ping's founder, Karsten Solheim, emphasized the importance of center of gravity placement in putter performance.
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