There are many decisions that golfers make on their own during play, but perhaps one of the most personal decision when selecting equipment is which putter to buy. To any serious golfer, the putter is perhaps the most important. Every golfer’s success depends on how well he or she can sink the putt, and many rely on their putter to improve their ability.

As with all golf equipment, there are a wide variety of putters to choose from. All major golf equipment manufacturers offer a selection that will stun and confuse you. Picking the right putter can feel overwhelming, but the best advice is – try as many as you can before you decide. Unlike other clubs, a putter is all about how it feels in your hands and when you putt.

There are three types of putters – conventional, belly and long. If you are able to play well with a conventional putter, that’s your best bet. It’s a reliable club and one that, unless you have circumstances warranting the other types, you should stick with for the most consistent putting game. Belly or long putters are usually for someone who needs more room for their hands or grip. Also, golfers who have back problems usually do better with a long putter

When looking at the head of the putter, unless you are a professional you should consider the face-balanced mallet or heal-toe weighted putter. Both types are easy to use and provide a straight-back and straight-through stroke.

The price of a putter can range from $15 to $500. When selecting a putter, it’s not the price that should drive your decision. You can spend hundreds on a putter and if it doesn’t feel right with your stroke, you will have wasted a lot of money. Find the best putter for you through feel and practice, and then look at the price tag.