Hey Scott! After my first few, I though the face might be some kind of plastic. My misses are the slice and inconsistent pitching. Ive been fortunate attend my first OPEN in 2015 and golf links in Loch Lomond. Notably, the online fitting process was seamless and pretty simple.. And the Order was placed rather promptly. Golf putters, MEZZ.1 MAX is hand-balanced one at a time by L.A.B. Sign up for a new account in our community. Yes, definitely an adjustment on looks for me. The Good, the bad, the inbetween (4/5) Speed and distance control came after familiarizing with the set up. Just got the regular mezzand love it. "A lot of time has passed since the invention of the Anser putter," said John A. Solheim, Ping's Chairman & CEO and the youngest son of Karsten Solheim, who . If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account. Im looking for some help in regards to speed control for certain. I dont monkey with putters like same golfers do. Free shipping for many products! Fewer knee-knockers. Theres a consistent feel and roll that can be obtained, resulting in accuracy on the greens. My possible rating may have been a 4. putters feel. It also starts at $559, a price tag that rivals many of. I did have to submit another video for accuracy of. Just prior to delivery we received another unexpected gift, a phone call from L.A.B. Follow along in this thread to see their experience with their MEZZ.1 putters! Modern day teachers are more about keeping the face squared up in the back swing. GROUP BUY!!! MEZZ.1 MAX putter could look. It says 6-8 weeks delivery time. It took me some time to get used to the look of the MEZZ. golf claims. That translated to more confidence and even more made putts. 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. The look never really jived when rolling them. I was very competitive at the city or when I lived in a smaller community, county level. Golf has knows that their putters look strange very strange, if not outright ugly. If youre unprepared, the ball just tends to roll right off the face. Each putter is individually weighted based on its length, lie angle, and shaft model to ensure the putters are perfectly Lie Angle Balanced and will stay square by themselves. And though personally, Im not in love with the look, the putterhead is fully CNC machined from aircraft aluminum and stainless steel for a familiar, almost traditional, sound and feel. So, definitely take that under consideration. What did you think about the fitting process? Maybe due to overcompensating and/or just overall familiarity. How do they compare? Will I become a L.A.B. I am so tempted to order one. Best offer accepted . Ive been playing single-length clubs for two years. I did hear back within a day in which I liaised with my assigned consumer sales rep. I purchased 2 Mezzs. These both really look cool. Rolling a golf ball into a hole shouldn't be complicated. Think science of putting instead. Thats just my 2 cents. This technology has been attempted previously with other manufacturers and the side effects were dead faces. The grip was described as smaller than other L.A.B. I use Arccos nearly every round to track my stats, including putting. I was hoping the 34" length would be ok for me but being a little shorter, I need a 32 1/2"length. It was Sam Hahn. GOLFSHOT APP and the MGS MEMBER VIRTUAL TOUR TRYOUT AND ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP DISCOUNT!! Im not sure id call it a nonconformist putter, maybe just settle on unconventional. The LAB Golf LINK1 putter looks as unique as it performs. Your Peers are Using L.A.B. While my putter has a sight dot, L.A.B. MEZZ-MERIZINGLY BALANCED. This thing has accuracy nailed. Despite having a moderate arc to my stroke, I found that 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 was told I was better than him and the rest is history. The Mezz sounds like crap IMHO but supposedly their newest production run has resolved that issue. I examined the putting data from Arccos for seven rounds with the MEZZ and seven previous rounds with the Kirkland KS1. Thanks for the great pics. Caddy, Bag room attendant, Cart attendant, starter, ranger, 1st Assistant Club Professional, Grounds (mowing greens) and club fitter / salesman. After that, I went back to playing two or three times a month. Couldnt agree more Jay! And if I can't get in a round of -9 or -18, preferably, you'll see me practicing at the driving range, putting and chipping. Try something truly different that is engineered to make your misses better; it worked for me. MEZZ.1 Putter - L.A.B Golf The performance is EXCELLENT. The fitting interaction was very timely. They seem to be focused on the physics of putting resulting in some unique, and odd looking putters. I hate to spend that kind of money on a shaft, but if I really want to compare apples to apples, I couldn't put a different shaft in it. Only at the shop for fun and had mediocre success. Having both of them would be a pretty massive expenditure. On a downhill, the ball appeared to roll right off the face. Please call me and text me throughout the process if you have any questions regarding the MEZZ or L.A.B. I ordered on 10/3 and got shipping notification earlier this week, tracking says it will be delivered tomorrow! That leads to a more consistent, repeatable stroke. I feel the head better. Well I just pulled the trigger on a Mezz Max, to compare to my Mezz putter. Im sure if I made more inquiries they would have been addressed, as well. I've been bouncing between a Mizuno M Craft V and anEvnroll ER1v, but I keep seeing ads/posts about these and am very intrigued by them. Scavo fired 16-under with 4 birdies in her last 5 holes with her MEZZ.1 Proto (32/69). You won't have to hold the face square like you have to do with every other putter. I thought all heads were pretty interesting and quite honestly, I would have been happy with any if we were voluntold which ones to select. Both putters cost about $850. The L.A.B. It was not easy, especially considering that I did not like the Press Grip. Ball Position With A L.A.B. And then upon, I was given suggestions to hone in on appropriate specs. 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. It's easy! LAB Golf Mezz - Page 2 - The Sand Trap .com I have the mezz 1 putter and it awesome. The L.A.B. I chose the Mezz to test totally because of its spaceship looks. Golf DF 2.1 Putter. LAB doesnt do trade-ins. Im a maverick when it comes to equipment. Pass. The photo taken with my current Odyssey was taken for comparison purposes, as they're both 32 in length. I dont know about you, but I like to know something about the person who is reviewing golf equipment for me. Thus far I like its performance for all areas with the exception of from off the green. If any of you have been to or are planning on going to the PGA in '03, '13 or next year in 2023, wave as you drive by the firehouse just down the road. A perfect score? This supports my earlier statement that the Mezz.1 is extremely forgiving. Ill still probably play it, unless I find something more aesthetically appealing. PGA REVIEW and HUGE DISCOUNT on New Custom Mezz.1 Max Putters - YouTube And the ball does roll the same, seemingly across the face. The guys that I play with cant keep their hands off the thing. 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 the main difference I could tell in my first round with it. Its a putter, not a ball picker. And believe me, I really, REALLY wanted to like the Mezz, just because it looks a little more "normal" than the DF. Of any club in the bag, I felt that the putter is always the most vulnerable and should receive an honest re-assessment every so often. While I always had an interest in my twenties, I knew it would be an investment. 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. You can post now and register later. 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. As a result, I found that it was easy to align and make consistent strokes. (.7 per round to 1.4 per round). Like many, I was self taught and it showed. Golf logo on the back of the mallet. The lead time for these is 6-8 weeks, so based on the release time a lot of people are probably still waiting. Upon receipt of my putter, I received a call from the CEO, as an introduction which was unexpected. Lovely! Upon submission, I received a automatic generated email that I should hear back within 24-48 hours. However, the feeling wasnt as soft for me. Lol. edited to clarify: the impact feeling is softer, the shaft itself is actually stiffer I believe. 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. My club, the Bayou, is very kind to me and I absolutely love it there, as does my family they like the pool, I like the golf course, our Church/School staff likes the hospitality especially for our Christmas parties. If you go the fitting route, we'll build your L.A.B. LAB Golf Mezz.1 MAX Putter, 33 Length, 68 Lie Black & White Press ll 1.5 Grip: Condition: New other (see details) Ended: Apr 28, 2023. It is a delicate combination of softness with a satisfying jolt off the face. With the forward press built into the club, I had to move the ball back and realize that this is the optimal setup position. It's staying in my bag. All Rights Reserved. ) One of my goals is to get to single digits and that will take a reduction in putts. Because I will keep taking their money day in and day out!!! I spent ages 14-27 in the golf business working every job you could imagine. If you see that metal part on top, I think a lot of the sound is coming from there. Golf is bringing to the golf world.. Check out the new, supersized MEZZ.1 MAX HERE. Golf Putter Member Test (Roughly 6 weeks) My job now offers me time to play golfFOR FUNwhich is one heck of a concept. L.A.B. I'm a golfer who enjoys playing but also watching and analyzing the sport, products, business, history, etc. A single-digit handicap, hes been playing competitive golf since childhood, and recorded three holes-in-one by the time he was 13. L.A.B. Adams Golf Introduces the Return of Golf Equipment, Apparel and Accessories. Sam Hahn was accessible and sought feedback on our testing. Golf Putters. In for real play, I would have holed most of those 8 as several where only just outside that 96 percent circle. Very little required. How many times do you hit the driver in a round opposed to a putter? In regards to getting some tangible data for this review I resorted to a MGS most wanted type of test. I hail from Southern CA. Golf logo on the back of the mallet resembles a clove in cards. Im excited to give it a full analysis. Through their ability to fit me online, they were able to recommend the best combination of length and lie angle to get me swinging optimally, with no discernable twisting in the clubhead. In my case Im an older avid golfer. Did you ever end up getting the MEZZ? This grip does that for me. He took one stroke with it and said, that thing putts all by itself. Then he asked, Whats its price point? I think that the way I have it set up my putter would retail for $549. I wish there were more of that kind of thinking in golf equipment. This is really where my focus is directedbetter dispersion. It hasnt always been that way and I have no clue how I can afford it on a Pastors salary. Thanks for the comment! You can let it stay square. The fangs arent particularly long, and while the shape still wont win over traditionalists, I loved the futuristic, almost alien-looking design. I did the Accra shaft because that's what I have in my Mezz and wanted it to be consistent. L.A.B. If someone in our group gets new shoes, they comment (and poke fun at them). The MEZZ.1 utilizes L.A.B.'s most advanced construction to date. There are tons of screws on the sole of the Mezz.1, none are noticeable when addressing the ball or really ever unless you want to look at its sole. From 3 feet I made 96 out of 100 putts or 96 %. Ping G425 19 and 22 degree hybrids with Ventus Blue HB 8 stiff shaft With the Mezz.1 Ive been getting close to 60 percent of my lag putts past the hole! Golf models, removes torque, or the putter heads tendency to twist, from the equation. 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. You should buy the mezztest against the gamer, then choose. 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. The Lie Angle Balance concept removes the club's natural inclination to twist during the putting stroke. Not by a ton, butconsistently. It is simple statistics, my dear Watson!!! Did he have a new LAB blade? For reference my current putter is an Evnroll ER 5. Those who had been unwilling to give L.A.B. golf for this opportunity. but L.A.B.s model is approaching the familiar shape in a fresh way. It is a delicate combination of softness with a satisfying jolt off the face. LAB Golf Outlet 600 Dale Kuni Rd Ste 110 Creswell, Oregon 97426 Different is good. It stayed square throughout the stroke, as noted on their site. For example, early reviews of a popular new driver model were less than favorable this past year. I've rolled them (center-shafted) a few times when contemplating the Ping Tyne 4 (c), and loved the balanced feel. L.A.B. Used only one time on the practice putting green. golf founder and CEO, Sam Hahn. So now its time to test Lie Angle Balance out and see if it does what L.A.B. Theyve used that exact phrasing in their marketing. I find one that works, put it in the bag and stick with. For all of you lazy L.A.B. Mezz 1 putter owners! - Putters - GolfWRX Another part of the feel of the club is in the choice of grip that is placed on it. Find many great new & used options and get the best deals for LAB Golf Mezz.1 Putter - RH 34" / 68* - Press No. Michael! He suggested some drills to try and off I went. I ordered one and am now 6 weeks in, I'll be sure to post my thoughts once I receive it. That combination of materials equates to a fantastic feel, noticeably. I will say shaft always does make a difference as well. The new addition includes 10 weights [] Ever hit one off of the heel and say GD? That's a mighty-fine looking thing right there. 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. These days I play nearly all of my golf at Country Clubs. My drives can be a strength and weakness. Golf Mezz.1 was part of our 2022 Most Wanted Mallet Putter test comprising 27 putters. I would have absolutely bought the Mezz.1 Max for my wife, since she didn't like the look of the DF 2.1. Quite honestly, I am sure they receive plenty of tire-kickers and yet, still give a fair evaluation of each putter. There is no metallic sound at all (sorry Ping). I wasn't draining 22 footers, but most of the second putts were shorter than my typical distance. Your pictures will not make me want one any more than I already do. Golf MEZZ.1 putter continues to use radical technology but in a smaller, more attractive package. No way! But after some conversation it was because of the way he thinks about putters and putting. By The Max isn't nearly as big as I suspected it would be. I have been using the Directed Force Putter for a number of years now. I was thinking 2-3 degrees down was where I'd likely settle and they dialed me in to that spec at 67*. golfs best-looking putter. Sound and feel are always important, but even more so when it comes to finding a putter. I certainly had better distance control, especially as the time of my test wore on. 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. As a MGS Forum Member, I've had the privilege of participating in several testing opportunities. I think the problem is likely that nobody has both, so nobody can make the sort of comparison that you're asking for. 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. And its just not true. L.A.B. While I'm not OHCC material, I live 10 minutes away and am serve a portion of the club which is in our Fire District response area. At first, I was leaving putts short. Cant wait to yack at all of you again soon after my putter arrives. Im anxious to find out what L(ie), A(angle), B(alance) is all about as well as what it feels like to putt with a low torque graphite shaft. Obtaining distance control was based on length of putting strokes and slopes of hills. It was too large for me and after a few rounds despite successful putting, I swapped it out for a Winn pistol. The fit and finish of the putter is exceptional. L.A.B Golf unveils new MEZZ.1 Proto putter - GolfWRX Most of the people who would like the Mezz.1 Max already have the DF 2.1 or the Mezz already. Just sold the X 5S on eBay. So to master this area, you really have to feel it so to speak in order to achieve it. Will post thoughts once Ive played with the Max for a bit. I felt phenomenally confident on my 5-15 putts where I could give them a shot yet still leave them in a makable range. I only had 3, 3-putts during this entire testing period throughout 11 rounds of golf. Hard enough to find the regular Mezz. This goes beyond what many of us know as the standard face-balanced style of putters. Sam gets it. MEZZ.1 vs the DF or B2 weren't because I did not like them, I just liked the MEZZ.1 more. comes from). Align, consistency, repeatable will factor heavily in my decision to still play it. The newest custom putter from L.A.B. Did you go custom or stock? L.A.B. Golf Mezz.1 | Hot List 2022 | Golf Digest | Best Mallet Putters has a video about setup (with the DF 2.1 putter) -Ball Position With A L.A.B. And I always tended to putt on my intended line. Check out the new YouTube film from . The MEZZ.1 gives the impression of being a positively deadly putting package. Yet for golfers around the world, putting is the most challenging part of the game. And just a mere $449.00 before shaft options which could be as much as $335.00. When I opened the box, my first impression was, OK, this is weird. Conventional is not a word youd think of when you see it. The process, viewing the instructional video, making the fitting video, taking the measurements and sending it all in, took about 5 minutes. Hi All! With its fang-style and its matte-black/aluminum color scheme, it certainly is attractive. Drew is an entertainment journalist that has covered everything from golf, TV/film, art, and food for years. In some instances but not in every. Putting is my strength which led me to want to test this product. I am the Senior Pastor in a church and school setting. If youre willing to give it the time and attention it needs to help your putting improve, you are surely going to see more putts fall. I worked there for 4 years in HS and experienced the 1998 US Amateur in person as a golf service center staff member. You need to be a member in order to leave a comment. Besides designated live locations, L.A.B. We play Tuesdays and mix the groups each week, so I'll be on the lookout for comments. 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. Taylor Made Stealth 10.5 Aldila Ascent Red R flex, Wilson D7 forged 5-GW- Mamiya recoil 460 R flex, Titleist Pro VIxoptic yellow with revkev stamped on them.
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