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Started by twifiter, April 16, 2013, 06:20:03 AM

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twifiter

I think that my DX Aviar P & A is nearing end of life and I am now looking to replace it. What is everyones opinion on the best putter on the market? I personally have been leaning towards the SSS Wizard, Soft Judge, or sticking with Aviars but before I put money into 5 similar discs I figured that I should ask around.

pickax

Putters are probably the disc where players have the strongest opinions and varies from person to person. If you like the way the P&A fit in your hand, then I'd recommend sticking with one that has a similar feel. Wizard, Aviar, and Challenger are quite similar with subtle differences between them.

Why do you think your P&A is nearing end of life?
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twifiter

Thanks for the quick response! I think that it is nearly end of life because I have had it for 6 years and in the past month I have taken some noticeable chunks out of it. I actually bought a practice basket last week and in a few days I noticed that it is not flying quite the same as before. If I stick with the Aviars I may keep it as an extremely beat in disc but I have also heard too many good things about other discs. Specifically the Gateway Wizard.

Tafe Hemler

I think the Warlock may be a little closer.  Wizard might be more like a Yeti Aviar, with a big bead.  Also, most Gateway putters are pretty stout feeling around the rim, even if the center is gooey soft.  I'd say if you like and used the Aviar for 6 years, stick with it!  Remember though that there are 3 different beads available with the Aviar mold; big, small (micro) and beadless.  I'm pretty sure a 6 year old P&A will be small, and the new ones are beadless.  Shouldn't make any difference for putting, but I notice a difference when throwing.  However most dgr's probably have a handful of old P&A's laying around so finding old ones should be no problem.  Personally, I always carry two of the same putter for putting only, and have 4-5 more at home for practice.  Find what you like and stock up!

discmonkey

Wizard and Challenger are extremely popular and very solid putters.  They are beaded and lend themselves to a tad more hyzer at the end of the putt.  They also make great driving putters.

Warlock and P2 are great non beaded options.  Less LSS than the above.  Lend themselves to a straighter putting style.

If you want to try a premium plastic to maintain flight characteristics over time, try the new putters from MVP.  Available in both hard and soft plastics, they are both great driving and putting putters.  If grip is a concern, try the softer proton plastic.  The Anode is like the warlock and the Ion is more like the Wizard.

Having thrown Wizards and Warlocks for a long time, I'd say find somewhere you can feel them first.  While Gateway makes some great putters, their plastic is probably the least consistent of any company out there.
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Clonan

My first putter was a yeti pro. I wasn't happy with the results I was getting and went on a putter binge, accumulating wizards, Aviar's, challengers, P + A and many more trying to find the perfect putter. Then I just started focusing on my form/technique and came to find that as I got better and more confident with putting, it didn't matter what putter I was using. So I went back to my yeti in rounds because I had a level of comfort with it. It works great for me (except in the wind, where I use a Zone putter).  So if you are comfortable with the P + A, buy a few more and start banging the chains and you'll have confidence in it before you know it.
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twifiter

Thank you both for the great advice! I will try to find a store that has a variety of putters in stock. Are there any stores that I should know about besides A2B which only has light weight Aviars, and 1 Wizard?

twifiter

Good advice as well, Clonan. I was leaning towards the Aviars because of the comfort that I have built with the mold. I guess that my main reason for asking was to see if there was any disc that seems to be far better than others. I think you answered that question perfectly. Thanks!

Clonan

There are a lot of good putters out there though and perhaps a Warlock or challenger will compliment your style nicely.  If you want to meet up sometime this week at warren, I will let you barrow a few of mine to try out for a week or something. PM'd you my number
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stpitner

twifiter - did you ever get your new putter?  I have a huge selection of putters.  Let me know what you might be interested in.  I'll be set up in Oswego August 3rd and Marengo August 11th.  If you want something before then I can always ship you something.

Send me a PM or email.  Thanks!
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bartbird

I think you are on the right track with the Aviar, but maybe check out the Yeti Pro.  If the 5-time putting champ uses it, that's enough validation for me:   Best Overall Putter