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[irwinfletcher77]

I guess my question would be are you talking reputation or terms of quality of putter. If your talking reputation than I whole hardely agree Nike doesn't measure right now. If your taking quality of putters I think Nike is every bit as good as a Cameron if not better!!! I agree when it comes to styles and customization Nike has a long way to go. I also agree a Nike method commercial with the two of them would be huge for Nike!!!!

[KDMullins]

TheMoneyShot, on 15 January 2013 - 05:14 PM, said:

I think a method commercial with TW and Rory in the green using it would be huge for Nike.  They do not really market this line like they should IMHO.

It would be more huge if they bring the new head Rory's rolling to retail.  That one would pull some non-Nike guys into the mix.

[rrkman]

I think Nike hurt themselves with some of the gimmicky putters early on.  I have no doubt their version of the anser is as nice as most others but since I didn't really like any of their earlier models, I'm hesitant to jump onboard.

[TheMoneyShot]

KDMullins, on 16 January 2013 - 08:59 AM, said:

TheMoneyShot, on 15 January 2013 - 05:14 PM, said:

I think a method commercial with TW and Rory in the green using it would be huge for Nike.  They do not really market this line like they should IMHO.

It would be more huge if they bring the new head Rory's rolling to retail.  That one would pull some non-Nike guys into the mix.

Maybe they will release a LE model after his first win with it?  That would be cool!

[Scotty1140]

rrkman, on 16 January 2013 - 10:02 AM, said:

I think Nike hurt themselves with some of the gimmicky putters early on.  I have no doubt their version of the anser is as nice as most others but since I didn't really like any of their earlier models, I'm hesitant to jump onboard.

I'd agree with that. They made cheaper putters more suited for Dunham's and MC Sports than higher end stores for so long, many people I'm sure just don't think of Nike as a legit, premium putter maker.

They've really only had one solid line with the Methods. And even then they had a gimmick with the polymetal grooves. Most (not all) high end putters seem to promote quality and artistry more than technology. That's not a knock on them. I think they were pretty open about the "technology" being the driving force behind the Methods.

Edited by Scotty1140, 16 January 2013 - 05:04 PM.

[AaronS]

After reading a few reviews I decided on giving the Method 006 midnight a try. got it off bay for 220 shipped. Anyone rolling this putter?

[TheMoneyShot]

AaronS, on 17 January 2013 - 11:56 AM, said:

After reading a few reviews I decided on giving the Method 006 midnight a try. got it off bay for 220 shipped. Anyone rolling this putter?

Great price and pickup.  Let us know who she rolls once you get it.

[corky]

Scotty1140, on 16 January 2013 - 05:04 PM, said:

rrkman, on 16 January 2013 - 10:02 AM, said:

I think Nike hurt themselves with some of the gimmicky putters early on.  I have no doubt their version of the anser is as nice as most others but since I didn't really like any of their earlier models, I'm hesitant to jump onboard.

I'd agree with that. They made cheaper putters more suited for Dunham's and MC Sports than higher end stores for so long, many people I'm sure just don't think of Nike as a legit, premium putter maker.

They've really only had one solid line with the Methods. And even then they had a gimmick with the polymetal grooves. Most (not all) high end putters seem to promote quality and artistry more than technology. That's not a knock on them. I think they were pretty open about the "technology" being the driving force behind the Methods.

personally I don't find the Polymetal grooves a gimmick at all.... I own Bettinardi DASS, Cameron Tour etc. and the the Method 0001 rolls the all better than anything else I have had over the past 15 years. I agree that it isn't the best looking, Cameron would win that but looks don't get the ball in the hole.

[rrkman]

corky, on 17 January 2013 - 01:12 PM, said:

Scotty1140, on 16 January 2013 - 05:04 PM, said:

rrkman, on 16 January 2013 - 10:02 AM, said:

I think Nike hurt themselves with some of the gimmicky putters early on.  I have no doubt their version of the anser is as nice as most others but since I didn't really like any of their earlier models, I'm hesitant to jump onboard.

I'd agree with that. They made cheaper putters more suited for Dunham's and MC Sports than higher end stores for so long, many people I'm sure just don't think of Nike as a legit, premium putter maker.

They've really only had one solid line with the Methods. And even then they had a gimmick with the polymetal grooves. Most (not all) high end putters seem to promote quality and artistry more than technology. That's not a knock on them. I think they were pretty open about the "technology" being the driving force behind the Methods.

personally I don't find the Polymetal grooves a gimmick at all.... I own Bettinardi DASS, Cameron Tour etc. and the the Method 0001 rolls the all better than anything else I have had over the past 15 years. I agree that it isn't the best looking, Cameron would win that but looks don't get the ball in the hole.

My comment was more 'pre-Method'.  I think looks-wise, they could still clean it up a little but it is still miles ahead of their earlier stuff.  I just looked at the PGA value guide for a refresher on some of the older stuff.

[Scotty1140]

corky, on 17 January 2013 - 01:12 PM, said:

Scotty1140, on 16 January 2013 - 05:04 PM, said:

rrkman, on 16 January 2013 - 10:02 AM, said:

I think Nike hurt themselves with some of the gimmicky putters early on.  I have no doubt their version of the anser is as nice as most others but since I didn't really like any of their earlier models, I'm hesitant to jump onboard.

I'd agree with that. They made cheaper putters more suited for Dunham's and MC Sports than higher end stores for so long, many people I'm sure just don't think of Nike as a legit, premium putter maker.

They've really only had one solid line with the Methods. And even then they had a gimmick with the polymetal grooves. Most (not all) high end putters seem to promote quality and artistry more than technology. That's not a knock on them. I think they were pretty open about the "technology" being the driving force behind the Methods.

personally I don't find the Polymetal grooves a gimmick at all.... I own Bettinardi DASS, Cameron Tour etc. and the the Method 0001 rolls the all better than anything else I have had over the past 15 years. I agree that it isn't the best looking, Cameron would win that but looks don't get the ball in the hole.

Does the "roll" of the Method get the ball in the hole more? I wonder how much the lower (2*) loft and power of suggestion contribute to the Method's better roll. I don't mean for you specifically, just in general. As in if Bettinardi pushed how true his putters' roll was, would many comment on it the way Method users do?

And I mean that more as a thought not a criticism. I know that probably sounds like I'm knocking the putter but I'm not. I've had a 001 2 different times. The feel is very unique with the mix of metal & polymer. I'd still have one if I didn't have to fund a couple of Byrons

[corky]

for me, it rolled out slightly further but also tracked, ie appears to hold ts line better.

I own much more expensive putters so didn't really want to find it a better putter, but for me it is. However i don't think it feels better oir sounds better.

[TripleGrindSole]

Scotty1140, on 17 January 2013 - 03:20 PM, said:

Does the "roll" of the Method get the ball in the hole more? I wonder how much the lower (2*) loft and power of suggestion contribute to the Method's better roll. I don't mean for you specifically, just in general. As in if Bettinardi pushed how true his putters' roll was, would many comment on it the way Method users do?

And I mean that more as a thought not a criticism. I know that probably sounds like I'm knocking the putter but I'm not. I've had a 001 2 different times. The feel is very unique with the mix of metal & polymer. I'd still have one if I didn't have to fund a couple of Byrons

The polymetal grooves are just a gimmick. They do nothing to put a better roll on the ball. Stupid people only think that because they are marketed that way. While this may sound like me criticizing or knocking the putter, I am not.


Honestly, like I said a page or two back, Method Putter are the real deal and they really do help put a better roll on the ball. Slow-Mo video doesn't lie. Whether it be lower loft, polymetal grooves, or a troll living inside of the shaft, the putter flat out performs.

Edited by TripleGrindSole, 18 January 2013 - 05:07 AM.

[home0006]

If I played a blade putter I'd get Nike, but I prefer mallets and just switched to a Ping Nome.

Nike puts a great roll on the ball, but visually it comes off the putter blade differently than any other putter I've tried which would throw traditionalists off discouraging them from going that route.  Hitting putts with it it took me a few just to get use to that visual, but of all the milled blades I tried Nike won my heart and felt the best over Scotty and the Ansers I tried.

[pingman1]

home0006, on 18 January 2013 - 06:38 PM, said:

If I played a blade putter I'd get Nike, but I prefer mallets and just switched to a Ping Nome.

Nike puts a great roll on the ball, but visually it comes off the putter blade differently than any other putter I've tried which would throw traditionalists off discouraging them from going that route.  Hitting putts with it it took me a few just to get use to that visual, but of all the milled blades I tried Nike won my heart and felt the best over Scotty and the Ansers I tried.

I would be surprised if you didn't love the Nome.

[home0006]

pingman1, on 18 January 2013 - 06:41 PM, said:

home0006, on 18 January 2013 - 06:38 PM, said:

If I played a blade putter I'd get Nike, but I prefer mallets and just switched to a Ping Nome.

Nike puts a great roll on the ball, but visually it comes off the putter blade differently than any other putter I've tried which would throw traditionalists off discouraging them from going that route.  Hitting putts with it it took me a few just to get use to that visual, but of all the milled blades I tried Nike won my heart and felt the best over Scotty and the Ansers I tried.

I would be surprised if you didn't love the Nome.

Loving it so far.  I've been getting in an hour or two of putting almost every night to get use to it while watching tv.  I'm switching from a Spider, and this is the first time I've used a milled putter but so far I'm loving the crisp feeling and solid feedback I get with it.

[bg1]

The Method line just works for me. I have SC, Odyssey Black Tour, and the Method as my three main putters and although I switch them up, all last year I kept coming back to the Method and constantly holed more putts. Grooves, loft, weight, grip, who knows but it seems to work for me. I just added a Method Midnight 006 and hope it performs as well on the course as my other Method - it does on the carpet at home but we all know that doesn't always translate to the course.
Shoveling snow and putting inside.......LOL

[Bubb]

I've been tempted by the Concept, but I haven't been able to pull the trigger. It seems like it almost puts hook spin on putts sometimes because it grabs the ball so much. I really like the grip on the Concept and the MOI, though. I also like that Nike putters have only 2* of loft. That said, I play a lot of golf and I think I've seen Nike putters in the bags of about 1-2% of the players I've played with over the years.

[TheMoneyShot]

The Method 001 putter I messed with at GS feels much better than my SC NP2.  I'm lucky that I did not have the SC in the car with me yesterday or else I would have traded her in.  I may pick up a used one on the bay to mess around with for awhile.  SC may be in trouble now...

[JoeyEastCoast]

One of my recent projects has been converting a Method Core Drone belly into a Kuchar-style arm lock putter. I've always felt comfortable with odd head design and the roll it produces is great. I'm adding either the Super Stroke 21" belly grip or the Flatso 17" grip, depending on what changes I make to original loft (2*) and lie (71*).

[ROH1]

Anyone roll a midnight 007?  I've pretty much decided on center shafted putter.  Been messing around with a SC bullseye, but thinking some forgiveness may be in order.  Never liked inserts.  Used a Rife Barbados for the last couple of years, but I'd like to try a non-mallet CS putter.  I've always been hesitant about Nike golf products, but then again I once said I could never play a white headed driver . . . .

[TheMoneyShot]

ROH1, on 28 January 2013 - 08:35 PM, said:

Anyone roll a midnight 007?  I've pretty much decided on center shafted putter.  Been messing around with a SC bullseye, but thinking some forgiveness may be in order.  Never liked inserts.  Used a Rife Barbados for the last couple of years, but I'd like to try a non-mallet CS putter.  I've always been hesitant about Nike golf products, but then again I once said I could never play a white headed driver . . . .

I can say that the Method line of putters feel really good.  If you can get pass the Nike stigma I think you will be pleasantly surprised.  It seems like more stores are starting to stock these putters now so they are easier to test now.  It's just a matter of time before I order one myself.