The first couple of strokes with the Comp 2000, I was having a little problem keeping the putter low enough to employ the rollers. I was attempting to lift the putter in the backstroke like a pendulum, The pendulum stroke is something I had read about and it always made a lot of sense. Though I always felt I was at least a average putter, the length of my backstroke bothered me. Obviously, using a longer stroke, the odds of mishitting the ball increased.
Once I took the Comp 2000 to the putting green, relaxed my grip and allowed the putter to do the work, I realized immediately that there was no sense in using such a long backstroke. Obviously the object of a good stroke in putting is to accelerate though the ball anyway, be it a short or long putt. To accelerate through the ball on a short putt (2 to 5 feet ) has always been a problem with me, due to confidence. I would be scared to blow it by another 5 feet.
I can say with all confidence, that with the use of the Comp 2000, as long as I read the green correctly, I don't miss many putts under 5 or 6 feet and even if I do, my speed control is so much better, I will not have more than a 12 inch putt left.
Another asset I have gained without realizing it is my posture. During my practice with the Comp 2000, I realized you have to stand and hold the putter more upright to employ the front and back rollers correctly. Being in the construction business, I have always had a bad back and putting practice was actually painfull. There is no telling what bad habits I was forming based on the pains I would have, not to mention the fact I wouldn't and simply couldn't practice very long. I can honestly say that I can practice as long as I want to now, based on my posture being more upright.
One more asset I have realized is keeping my head down through the putt. When I'm practicing with the Comp2000, I watch the rollers to make sure they're both rolling through the putt. This obviously necessitates the fact I keep my head down and still. When I switch to my regular putter, I simply direct my eyes toward the ball (vs) the rollers and I'm able to keep my head very stationary.
I don't really know exactly how many putts I've knocked off my average round, but I would imagine it is at least 3 and probably more like 5. Based on the fact I was a 12 handicap, these strokes have finnally taken me into the high 70's.
I really appreciate this opportunity. I'm not one to give advice very often and I am admittedly very cynical about golf aids, but I can not imagine another golfing tool that will help you with your putting stroke any better than the Competition 2000.
Sincerely,
Ronald R Roberts
Dear Craig, Just a quick note to say thank you. The Competition 2000 is a godsend. It has improved my putting immensely, after practicing with your product, I am a vastly Improved putter. On average 4 less strokes a round. It has helped me take the putter back low and slow. Anyone who tries your product will see a improvement in their putting stroke. I highly recomend your product, the best of luck Craig.
Paul Curtis
Craig
I think the word " competition " defines the putter to a " T ". It is going to allow me to be in competition again. The scoring is on the green and this putting aid has knocked 4-5 putts a round off my game. I would recommend it to my friends.
H.P. Scott
White Bluff
Whitney, TX 76692
February 20, 2006
To Whom It May Concern:
I'm a three year golfer and shoot consistently in the low to middle 100's. After practicing two days with the Magic Putter Trainer. I actually shot a 99, and 97. I buy every golf gadget on the market just hoping it will help my game. Thanks to Craig Blanchard and his invention. I've found something that really works.
Harvey Braden
Whitney, Texas