There are few pieces of kit around at the moment as crazy looking as the TaylorMade Spider Ghost Putter, but the manufacturers are convinced it makes a massive difference when it comes to lining up those crucial putts.
With its huge white head and elaborate design, the Spider Ghost Putter is most certainly an odd-looking beast.
However, elegance has been jettisoned in favour of pure functionality with this club, as every aspect is designed with making putts in mind.
The white club head stands out against the grass, making it easier to aim, while the moveable weight technology allows every golfer to customise this stick to their specifications.
Its PURE ROLL insert and perimeter weighting get the ball rolling smoothly with forward spin and boosts control.
"We've never made a putter that combines this kind of forgiveness and ease of use. Putting is all about confidence, and the Ghost Spider promotes confidence, big time," TaylorMade professional Dave Stockton said.
Executive vice president of TaylorMade Sean Toulon remarked: "Dave convinced us that the concept of a white-headed putter was a good one and he was absolutely right. Dozens of tour pros are using TaylorMade Ghost putters."
And if anyone doubts these claims, Australian Jason Day used a Ghost Spider prototype in his second-placed finishes at this year's Masters and US Open.
If buying a putter of this quality is not quite in your price range, another option for bringing down those scores is to invest in a putting rail.
Using this device on a regular basis can make a real difference to the straightness of any golfer's putting stroke and they are great value to boot.
The T2Hole Putt Guide - Groove a Consistent Stroke, for example, is one of the best out there, featuring a customisable set-up that enables anyone to practice three types of shot.
It can help with inside to inside, inside to straight through and straight back to straight through putts, as well as assist with distance control.
"The new Putt Guide is simple to assemble and starts to work after just a few short practice sessions," Adam Smith remarked on GolfShake.com. "The Putt Guide was launched at this year's PGA Merchandise Show in Orlando and is already used by Tour players and other top golfers. Try it yourself and you’ll soon find out what all the fuss is about."
