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LAB Golf Mezz - Page 2 - The Sand Trap .com Quite honestly, I am sure they receive plenty of tire-kickers and yet, still give a fair evaluation of each putter. I noticed that my tension level on conversion putts was lower overall. I'm not necessarily sure a full swing assessment would be beneficial to a golfer but a basis for fitting someone into a general setup seems much more plausible with putter companies based upon the metrics they use. I also won the championship flight of the league twice between the ages of 50 and 55 and finished 3rd in the Senior Division of the St. Pete Amateur tournament just after turning 55. While it started as only a prototype, the MEZZ.1 was so successful that it has entered into the standard product line for the company. I wonder why they just dont shrink it down to a smaller footprint. Fewer knee-knockers. But FOR ME, it was much harsher, and much less forgiving than the DF. Please note, I was not in the market for a new putter per se. If it were an iron or driver, that would be an issue, but with a putter? Still waiting on mine to ship! Quick SaleToulonTSR2 152 Ball OGStroke Lab, Cobra 2020 Forged Tec One Length irons & LAB Link.1 putter, Ventus TR Blue 6S Velocore Driver Shaft (Ping Adapter) , Phantom X 11 weld neck, Scotty shaft, Scotty grips. I dont have the data to prove that, but I do know from experience that mishits usually come up short and are far more subject to being knocked off line by imperfections in the green. I have the directed force LAB putter and do think the smaller head would work better for most golfers. Try something truly different that is engineered to make your misses better; it worked for me. MEZZ.1 Putter Official MGS Forum Review by Bulldog. But the time and quality is always well spent. After my first few, I though the face might be some kind of plastic. Obtaining distance control was based on length of putting strokes and slopes of hills. Im thrilled youre so excited about your putter. I wasn't draining 22 footers, but most of the second putts were shorter than my typical distance. Like all golfers, Im looking for a little magic that will lower my scores. The grip is smaller than other L.A.B. I will say shaft always does make a difference as well. putters ability to reduce the twist in the clubface was aiding me, minimizing off-centered strikes, resulting in exceptional distance control. This supports my earlier statement that the Mezz.1 is extremely forgiving. It's actually pretty close to the Mezz.1 looking down at it, but you can see it's a hair wider. The Directed Force 2.1 (review HERE) on the other hand, looks like a cross between a cattle brand and a UFO. Another part of the feel of the club is in the atypical grip that is placed on it. comes from). Im thinking of entering again now that Ive become a Super Senior, 65. Will post thoughts once Ive played with the Max for a bit. For reference my current putter is an Evnroll ER 5. It says 6-8 weeks delivery time. MEZZ.1 MAX Custom is fully CNC machined from a billet of 6061 aircraft aluminum (body) and 303 stainless steel (midsection). Golf's putter grip options come with some built-in forward press, the reason being that this type of press works well with the lie angle-balanced design. The Phantom is currently the playermallets intimidated me until I found THE one. MEZZ Max putter with LAGP putter shaft. Golf DF 2.1 Putter. gives you the ability to customize this putter with a sight line or leave it naked. The fact was though that those earliest reviewers were highly skilled, young guys with very high swing speeds. Yes, definitely an adjustment on looks for me. But this putter feels solid. I have been fit for putter before, live, and I will say that my fitter arrived at very similar specs through virtual fitting to the live one that cost me $150. The biggest complement I ever received was that I had "natural ability" from Brandt Snedeker. The Mezz.1 is one of the newest putters from the Lab Golf line of putters. MEZZ.1 MAX Custom is 100% Made In the USA and built and balanced to order . Golf is a bit more fun.". Philip was very accommodating and supportive throughout the process. Based upon the responses, I was able to make my choice. But, they do often sell blemished putters for significant discounts! I began my career at Oak Hill CC in Pittsford / Rochester, NY. Congratulations. I felt phenomenally confident on my 5-15 putts where I could give them a shot yet still leave them in a makable range. Yes they say that is Ugly and make fun of me for using it, but it has grown on me and now I think it is beautiful! With its fang-style and its matte-black/aluminum color scheme, it certainly is attractive. Shaft lean is the thing Im looking forward to seeing in person. L.A.B. Was super tempted to choose this one, but I already think too much on the golf course as it is, so three DF2.1's "automatic" claims were too much to pass up. It was too large for me and after a few rounds despite successful putting, I swapped it out for a Winn pistol. Testing a putter on the course is extremely difficult. I have been putting with the LAB DFP 2.1 for two seasons. Golf logo on the back of the mallet. I am selling a L.A.B. Did you get the standard version of MAX instead of the heavier version? Hard enough to find the regular Mezz. Call if LAB directed force 1/2. Like all L.A.B. The LAB Golf LINK1 putter looks as unique as it performs. And then upon, I was given suggestions to hone in on appropriate specs. All of your questions could probably be answered by the company. Hi All! Anybody know how much lighter the "lighter" heads are than standard? It suits my eye, feels wonderful and I try to catch the ball where the center grey part meets the black portion of the toe. In fact, I did so well one handed, knocking in 5 10 footers in a row, that I thought about adopting that method permanently. Especially compared to the KS-1 (which I've had the chance to roll) Not trying to jump the gun, just killing me that I'm just sitting here waiting for mine to get here, First time for center shaft for me, so add that to the newness factor. Upload or insert images from URL. Factory Second Putters; MEZZ.1; MEZZ.1. Taking on a new putter at a time when I am very confident with my gamer should make for a formidable test. I have a Mezz XL broomstick, which is, I think, the same thing as the Max. This goes beyond what many of us know as the standard face-balanced style of putters. Heres the thing, theres no growth in your comfort zone so get out and try something different. While I see improvements being made, theres always more that can be done in this space. I do not change putters lightly. What Ive learned during this process is that it requires an open mind. 2023 HomeTown Lenders Championship (Korn Ferry Tour) - Discussion and Links to photos, 2023 Zurich Classic - Discussion and Links to Photos, 2023 RBC Heritage - Discussion and links to Photos, 2023 Valero Texas Open - Discussion and links to photos, 2023 WGC Dell Technologies Match Play - Discussion and links to photos. Titleist TSR2 15 degree fwy with Ventus Blue 7 stiff shaft Sign up for our weekly newsletter and not only will you get the latest reviews, instruction, and more delivered directly to your inbox, youll also be entered into regular giveaways for golf clubs, PGA Tour passes, and more. I barely noticed any sound therefore, I can only assume that the alignment functioned, as intended. Cant wait to yack at all of you again soon after my putter arrives. I have the Max in armlock, which is an experiment for me. Off-center putts are a bit louder, with a clunk. Hitting it far on the toe or heel will cost you accuracy. Can this lie angle balance technology help you save strokes this season? Golf models remove torque, or the putter heads tendency to twist, from the equation. Im looking for some help in regards to speed control for certain. What convinced me to apply was were starting with an inset shaft with a built in press; its the same but it isnt and thats ok. Any takes on feel yet? The grip was actually bulkier and still requires some acclimation to gain that expected comfort level to gain consistent putting strokes. It gives you an impact point target. allows for customization of this putter with a dot or nothing. Golf Mezz.1 putter. One of the pros at my club hit one putt with it and said, This thing putts all by itself. a go before now will want to take a second look. Not sure but standard was way too light for me personally. I use the DF 2.1, and I would have probably thought very hard about the Mezz.1 Max because you can order a heavier head (which is what I was used to). Whether from long range or short, it had dependable rolls off the face. That look different. Would help LAB sales so more people could try the MAX version. Ive yet to find the right technique to use it from there. For the last 15 years of my career, I worked in the department of Assessment, Research, and Evaluation as a database engineer. Currently, Im a 11.7 handicap. So it will take a little time. Im a maverick when it comes to equipment. Maybe the head cover needs a head cover. LAB doesnt do trade-ins. That translated to more confidence and even more made putts. Numbers on the course will tell the story. I literally called him on my way to my club. Its forgiving and want to stay true to the arc your putting on!! No doubt this was because I was doing things with my putting stroke to mitigate against issues I was having with my putting. Golf MEZZ.1 looks better than I thought a L.A.B. Personable touches are definitely noteworthy and go a long way for the future. My typical ball flight is low to mid. That's one good looking putter and my favorite one of the L.A.B.'s. Just started my trial with the LAB 2.1, and am kind of amazed so far on my improvement. Golf Putter Member Test (Roughly 6 weeks) All Rights Reserved. ) It is awesome but i prefer more surface area on the ground to ensure a square start. Hey LAB, how about a trade-in?? He suggested some drills to try and off I went. I examined the putting data from Arccos for seven rounds with the MEZZ and seven previous rounds with the Kirkland KS1. Do Blades Make You a Better Ball Striker? Yet for golfers around the world, putting is the most challenging part of the game. Anymore all golf clubs are creeping up in price. Being a bit unfamiliar, I went in with no prior expectations. That's a mighty-fine looking thing right there. Your email address will not be published. The Mezz.1 eliminates some of the issues that Ive had over the past, miss hits and flipping the toe end of the putter over. I would try the MEZZ! Drew is an entertainment journalist that has covered everything from golf, TV/film, art, and food for years. TP Mills Stainless Softtail Essentially, L.A.B has created a perfectly balanced putter, eliminated torque, and with no further adjustments, provided golfers with the ability to consistently repeat a putting stroke with far less effort. It resembles my Cameron and that makes the onboarding process a little easier. The first thing that I noticed on the practice green was that the ball goes where you aim it with this putter and that I had issues with my aim. How many of us miss putts because we miss the center of the face? This thing has accuracy nailed. Comfort was the word that L.A.B. At first every single putt that I hit went right. And first impressions can definitely set the tone and in some cases be a deal breaker. Based in Chicagoland, hes always down for a round and a hot dog at the halfway house so be sure to follow him on instagram @drewjkoch, so feel free to say hi. And thats what L.A.B. Scavo fired 16-under with 4 birdies in her last 5 holes with her MEZZ.1 Proto (32/69). You will find this to be a bit of a mix between the Directed Force 2.1 and the B.2. Curious as to how folks have made the adjustment or if they couldnt. Golf craftsman in Eugene, Oregon. It was Sam Hahn. Putting is my strength which led me to want to test this product. Some people try to shoot their age, I was regularly shooting my temperature. out of the box idea where the grip gives you an automatic forward press. L.A.B Golf has soft-launched its new MEZZ.1. It appears that based on our pre-testing chat, there were 2-3 members of their staff who would offer their analysis based upon submitted videos. putter grip models, is a bit tapered, and features a flat top. With its fang-style and its matte-black/aluminum color scheme, it certainly is attractive. including testing the latest Odyssey Ten Putter. I'm good at reading the greens. For example, early reviews of a popular new driver model were less than favorable this past year. I ordered on 10/3 and got shipping notification earlier this week, tracking says it will be delivered tomorrow! Id prefer to have the MEZZ but will have to wait until I can find one at a discount on eBay or someplace else. Your link has been automatically embedded. I appreciate technology and maybe Im more old school. Thats not what the putter is for, its there to roll the ball into the hole. I did have to submit another video for accuracy of. I felt like I lost the putter head in the backswing. For the full review of all LAB Putters see our post at https://golfintel.com/lab-golf-putters-reviewed-pga-testedLAB Golf just dropped a new model, the Mezz.. edited to clarify: the impact feeling is softer, the shaft itself is actually stiffer I believe. I did the Accra shaft because that's what I have in my Mezz and wanted it to be consistent. Golf models, removes torque, or the putter heads tendency to twist, from the equation. I have been gaming an EVNRoll ER 5 which is a beautiful club. Also, getting fitted into the right putter once could mean youve got it for the rest of your golfing career. To me the putter looks like a small brick with a piece taken out. Not with L.A.B.You can miss them with your normal stroke without hammering putts and you reach your intended target. This is done by balancing the putter's lie angle specific to your stroke through a proprietary putter construction process. The fit and finish of the putter is exceptional. Compared to those other putters, the feel was more responsive, although not drastically more so. We will see when it arrives but in the interim, I am quite pleased with the process. Im not sure id call it a nonconformist putter, maybe just settle on unconventional. The Mezz sounds like crap IMHO but supposedly their newest production run has resolved that issue. Golf has always had one central idea for their putters, and thats the idea of lie angle balance (thats where the name L.A.B. That's L.A.B.'s claim with the MEZZ.1 putter. I play in Florida and chipping into the grain can be tricky. On the practice green, the MEZZ beat the KS1 putter on 5 and 10 foot putts. I would imagine not many on these forums own one. How come no online stores are carrying the MAX version? I appreciate the latest in technological advances, but if I dont see something noticeable it becomes more of a nice to have rather than essential. I got over the look real quick. At price points from $350 to $750 their putters are like drivers, my Stealth for example, retails for $549. These days I play nearly all of my golf at Country Clubs. This grip does that for me. Its a shape that has seen tons of success throughout the years starting with the Odyssey #7 (review HERE) but L.A.B.s model is approaching the familiar shape in a fresh way. It should be noted, as this review was being finalized and going to press so to speak, the putter has since been upgraded to include some new. At first, I was taken aback by the inability to scoop the ball up but then I quickly realized that this is because that feature makes it more difficult to square the putter at impact. Very little required. II 3* Grip at the best online prices at eBay! Each rep has his own personality. For testing, I used executive courses for my practicing area. I quit golf for 3 years and did not even look at a golf club. You can let it stay square. The body of the MEZZ.1 is fully CNC milled from a billet of 6061 aircraft aluminum to improve forgiveness.. In fact, I see as Im completing this review that L.A.B. As the sum of its parts, this feels solid ALL ACROSS THE FACE. Your pictures will not make me want one any more than I already do. Only putted on my indoor mat so far, so no putts over 8 feet yet. The bad boy, black monochrome look works well and there are no distracting sun refections. Training Aids, GPS Devices, Apps, Accessories & More! I play in a mens group every week, plus some extra rounds that average about 60 rounds a year. I've rolled them (center-shafted) a few times when contemplating the Ping Tyne 4 (c), and loved the balanced feel. My niche is computer enhanced photography. Only 2 were outside my 50/50 distance of 7 feet. Now, I have become comfortable with the weight of the DF 2.1. Golf Putter Member Test (Roughly 6 weeks) This test is open to all MyGolfSpy Forum Members The Good, the bad, the in-between (5 out of 5 stars). I also have a Chirrp indoor putting system that tracks putting stats on the iPhone. How did this season turn out for you using it? The grip that came recommended for the Mezz.1, was the Press II 1.5. Your previous content has been restored. If someone in our group gets new shoes, they comment (and poke fun at them). One of my goals is to get to single digits and that will take a reduction in putts. MEZZ.1 MAX I went with the LAGP shaft again. Thats a lot of time to talk shop without much filler. And when aligned, it seems like a faint sound. Simplego for something different with technology that can make me better. golf for this opportunity. It took me some time to get used to the look of the MEZZ. Looking at it that way, while recognizing that you will use it 30-40 times each round, a putter like this one is well worth the cost for anyone who is serious about playing his or her best golf. Mezz.1 on a mat, practice green, and playing one round, a couple of observations. Golf, an acronym that stands for "Lie Angle Balancing," is about 20% larger than its predecessor. Not much else to saywe spoke more via text however the two phone calls we had were 14 and 8 minutes respectively. Sign up for a new account in our community. Golf has knows that their putters look strange very strange, if not outright ugly. Sam Hahn was accessible and sought feedback on our testing. I'm 41 and beyond the belief that I should be so narrow-minded to discount any club just because it looks different. Misses feel solid and that tells me this technology is legit. These both really look cool. The shaft logo was installed label down by default which I appreciate. Yes the DFP is big and dare I say ugly. I played really difficult, undulating greens and my distance control was pretty spot on. L.A.B. So now its time to test Lie Angle Balance out and see if it does what L.A.B. At first, I was leaving putts short. I said from the beginning, if this putter was better than my Cameron, I would sell my Cameron. Testers Announced! Besides designated live locations, L.A.B. My performance with this putter was solid. L.A.B. Golf MEZZ.1 Putter Review - Plugged In Golf Played my first round with the Mezz today. The Max isn't nearly as big as I suspected it would be. While I often feel strong about my putting, this only made me stronger. Is L.A.B. Golf the next big thing in putters? | MyGolfSpy L.A.B. Golf Mezz.1 | Hot List 2022 | Golf Digest | Best Mallet Putters In for real play, I would have holed most of those 8 as several where only just outside that 96 percent circle. It hasnt always been that way and I have no clue how I can afford it on a Pastors salary. It stayed square throughout the stroke, as noted on their site. MEZZ-MERIZINGLY BALANCED. The MEZZ.1 fits right in the middle between full-automatic putting of the DF2.1 and the golfer-operated putting of the B.2. I worked there for 4 years in HS and experienced the 1998 US Amateur in person as a golf service center staff member. Essentially, it's focus on your target and as long as your speed is good, your misses will be better than a traditional putter. The L.A.B. L.A.B. The length selected was the same as my current one and based on comfort. Good to hear. I was told I was better than him and the rest is history. Michael! The Lie Angle Balance concept removes the club's natural inclination to twist during the putting stroke. While the Directed Force 2.1 model produced a higher-pitched, hollow, tinny sound, the noise off of the MEZZ.1 has a more muted, solid sound similar to the B.2 model. So how did I choose the MEZZ.1? Golf MEZZ 1 putter in a 34" Length, 79 Lie and rare Heavy weighted custom option from L.A.B.Golf. The Mezz.1 all put eliminates that possibility. Congrats! Ive always had a tendency to press the grip forward when putting. Our testers @Dragon3@revkev@bens197@Bulldogcompleted the online remote fitting process and ordered their custom MEZZ.1 putters with all the bells and whistles to help their games. And then upon, I was given suggestions to hone in on appropriate specs. Being a bit unfamiliar, I went in with no prior expectations. Due to my petite frame, Im always on the lookout for products, including ladies apparel, accessories, clubs, bags, etc. L.A.B. Here are the stroked gained numbers from best to worst, per round based on my handicap: MEZZ +1.7 +1.6 +1.2 +1.0 -0.3 -1.5 -3.1, KS1 +2.1 +0.9 -1.9 -3.2 -2.5 -5.7 -5.8, Overall, the number of one and two putts are trending the same, but three putts have decreased by an average of one per round (yippee!). Tour fast, firm and undulating would be the hallmark of Bayous greens. Thats why its exciting to see L.A.B utilize a fully CNC milled billet of 6061 aircraft aluminum on the outside, and a 303 stainless steel midsection. VERY curious to see how this feels (DF2.1 coming my way hopefully soon), and given that the shaft is behind the face significantly, I'm curious how that affects things, if at all. I submitted a video based on guidelines provided. Which putter helps you miss the ball betterSound is feel and it feels good. putter could look. I will be testing the Mezz.1 which should arrive any day. By far the best putter on the market. I would have assumed that the Max has more of the characteristics of the DF 2.1. Golf has always had one central idea for their putters, and thats the idea of lie angle balance (thats where the name L.A.B. Both putters cost about $850. Find many great new & used options and get the best deals for LAB Golf Mezz.1 Putter - RH 34" / 68* - Press No. It's much lighter than the KS1 (my Kirkland KS1 has the optional weight kit). Was considering Mezz vs Mezz Max. Compared to other putters Ive used, its very, very soft. face/head material, shaft, and grip. I hope mine comes earlier than they originally told me as well. L.A.B. Golf MEZZ.1 MAX Putter - Putters - GolfWRX What stunned me about the Mezz.1 was how compact and how beautiful it looked. For its first release ($790), Ping developed a 2022 version of the original Ping Anser, celebrating the 55th Anniversary of receiving the original Anser Patent on March 21, 1967. Perfecting the shot was always more important to me than the score. Thanks for the great pics. comes from). L.A.B. If ever I get to the point that I cant bend over to pick up my ball, I can have some sort of implement that picks it up. It is extremely forgiving. Check out this quick video: MEZZ.1 Putter - L.A.B Gol, a. Ladies Flex/10-12 degrees loft/25"-27" (male equivalent), b. Adjustable/Ladies Flex (male equivalent), https://forum.mygolfspy.com/tests/41-lab-mezz1-putter/?do=findComment&comment=9089. As far as other companies conducting business in this manner? Ive had it for over 5 years. another L.A.B. This is the good stuff, the humility and genuine concern for the golfers experience. Wow! I have a Mezz1 and ordered a Mezz Max Armlock hopefully soon (Im on week 5 of waiting). I'm a wealth of knowledge and experience and bring a unique perspective and spin on things. But the feel, and sound, is between the KS-1 and Mezz1 is very different - like a lot different & I'm guessing that has to do with the totality of each club, i.e. Golf MEZZ.1 is touted as one of the most aesthetically pleasing to date. It's long been my contention that amateurs miss more putts because they are miss hit than for any other factor. Im glad to hear you enjoyed the 2.1! Golf logo on the back of the mallet resembles a clove in cards. You won't have to hold the face square like you have to do with every other putter. Im blessed to have four grandkids who live 5 minutes away - two of which are beginning golfers. The L.A.B. This putter has tremendous playability, it is a lie angle balanced putter, and the look is a bit more traditional than other models on the market. I love holing putts with it because they feel like: holed putts from days of yore, when I was young. Drivers are $550 and $750 with upgraded shafts. Mike Driver: TM Sim2 9* Ventus Black, M5 9* Kuro Kage Fwy: TM SLDR 3W, 5W; Hybrid: TM M1 4 Hybrid Irons: TM Tour Preferred MC 2014 Wedges: TM Tour Preferred, 52 @ 51*, 56 Most important for this test I currently am averaging over a 3 putt per round something that negatively impacts my scoring. I must say that when I opened the box and first saw my putter I was stunned. Personally, I play the Senior championship ones, there are 9 sets to choose from. That's L.A.B. Having both of them would be a pretty massive expenditure. L.A.B.Golf Mezz 1 putter. RARE HEAVY WEIGHTED!!!! - forums.golfwrx.com This one is simple, I love the putters look, love its feel, solid, remember, and love its sound. For golfers who can't stand the look of the original DF2.1 and want something more aesthetically pleasing, the MEZZ.1 might just be the putter for them. These guys comment on everything. The grip that came recommended for the Mezz.1, was the Press II 1.5. They measured me at 65 degree lie angle, via the remote fitting process, which is 2 degrees flatter than last time they measured me. I holed any number of putts from 15-3 feet with some money on the line, more than enough to keep me happy. We use the putter on 30-40% of our strokes. In fact, I think that its critical. Let me just say that the L.A.B. I was thinking 2-3 degrees down was where I'd likely settle and they dialed me in to that spec at 67*. Kinda looked liked it. Pass. PGA REVIEW and HUGE DISCOUNT on New Custom Mezz.1 Max Putters - YouTube Golf Mezz.1 was part of our 2022 Most Wanted Mallet Putter test comprising 27 putters. Seriously Steve?without pause, I say absolutely yesI am remarkably better with this putter and thats the entire point. Golf putter science we've seen! ArmLock and Broomstick models have sixteen sole weights - twice the amount of a standard-length MEZZ.1 putters - to meet head weight demands. MannKrafted Carbon Rattler XL 2 of those came during one 9 hole round where I was just lost and had no touch. Please report back on your thoughts on how it performs @Mob& @LODGE1519. capture. I am expecting a brown truck tomorrow afternoon. Ive used it for seven rounds, plus plenty of time on the practice green. Advances will always come in the other clubs throughout the bag. For others, they were far more inquisitive and the staff were more than willing to engage. Its put putting back in my hands, eyes and minds eye. For all of you lazy L.A.B. Mezz 1 putter owners! - Putters - GolfWRX Thats why its exciting to see L.A.B utilize a fully, While the Directed Force 2.1 model produced a higher-pitched, hollow, tinny sound, the noise off of the MEZZ.1 has a more, Another part of the feel of the club is in the, L.A.B. Golf is a bit more fun. As a result, I take my golfing partners money every week. Despite having a moderate arc to my stroke, I found that L.A.B. I certainly had better distance control, especially as the time of my test wore on.
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