Buyer’s Guide: The best putting mats
Such an important part of the game but one we often neglect when it comes to practising – so here’s a rundown of the best putting mats you can buy so you can work on your flatstick prowess without leaving your home.
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Best putting mats: PuttOut
+ Designed to play exactly like a real green
+ Alignment aids to add extra challenges
+ Runs around 10 on the stimp
RRP: £69.99
Size: 2.4m x 0.5m
Best putting mats: Forb
+ Having more than one target to work towards adds variety
+ Bonus of actually being able to putt into a hole
+ Larger mat means you can practise a variety of putt lengths
RRP: £89.99
Size: 3m x 1m
Best putting mats: Best Track Visible Touch
+ Centre line helps work on alignment
+ Dual side mat – a fast tournament speed side and a slower normal green speed side
+ Distance markings to help you work on the length and tempo of your stroke
+ Backstop so you don’t keep having to collecting balls that have run off the back of the mat
RRP: £119.95
Size: 3m x 0.5m
Best putting mats: PuttOut Pressure
OK, the next two items aren’t putting mats, but you need something to aim at…
+ Real size hole for target practice
+ Micro target is designed to challenge you to increase your skill level
+ Also works as a ball returner
RRP: £19.99
Best putting mats: Putt Return Machine
+ Automatic ball return
+ Slightly larger target makes it good for beginners and kids to enjoy
RRP: £11.99
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Hannah Holden
Hannah Holden is the Equipment and Instruction Editor here at National Club Golfer. If you’re looking to improve your game, by changing your golf swing or upgrading your golf equipment she’ll have the answers.
As well as writing lots of features and reviews you can find her on our YouTube channel giving you insights on the latest rules, clubs and tips to improve your golf game.
Hannah is a member at Alwoodley golf club. You will either find her here or driving up and down the country playing in a variety of elite amateur events.
