Alright, so I finally got my hands on one of those Rossa Monza Spider putters everyone’s been talking about. Figured I’d share my experience with it, from start to finish.
First off, finding the darn thing was a mission. These aren’t exactly flying off the shelves, you know? Checked a couple of local golf shops, no luck. Ended up ordering one online. Took about a week to arrive, which felt like forever.
Unboxing was pretty standard. Nothing too fancy, just the putter, a headcover, and some basic paperwork. The putter itself looked clean, though. The red spider design definitely pops.
Now, the real test: the feel. I headed straight to the practice green. First few putts, I gotta say, I was a little underwhelmed. The ball wasn’t rolling as smoothly as I expected. It felt a bit…clunky, maybe? I was using my usual golf ball.
So, I started experimenting. Different stances, different grips, different balls. That’s when things started to click. I realized the putter has a pretty specific sweet spot. Hit it there, and the ball just jumps off the face with a really nice roll. Miss it, and you definitely feel it.
I adjusted my grip to be a little lighter, focusing on a smooth, pendulum-like stroke. That helped a lot. Also, I switched to a slightly softer golf ball. Suddenly, the putter felt a whole lot better. The ball was rolling true, and I was sinking putts I usually wouldn’t even sniff.
Took it to the course for a real round. Putting under pressure is a whole different ballgame, right? But honestly, the Rossa Monza Spider held up. I felt confident standing over the ball, knowing that if I made a good stroke, the putter would do its job. My putting stats definitely improved that round.
Few things I’ve noticed after a few weeks of using it:
- It’s not the most forgiving putter. You really need to find that sweet spot.
- It rewards a smooth, consistent stroke. Jerky motions will get you nowhere.
- The alignment aids are actually pretty helpful. They make it easy to line up your putts.
Overall, am I happy with the Rossa Monza Spider? Yeah, I think so. It took some getting used to, but now that I’ve dialed it in, it’s become a valuable weapon in my bag. It’s not a miracle cure for bad putting, but it definitely has the potential to improve your game if you’re willing to put in the work.
Would I recommend it? Maybe. It really depends on your putting style and what you’re looking for in a putter. If you’re a player who likes a putter with a lot of feel and feedback, this might be a good option. If you prefer something more forgiving, there are probably better choices out there.
Hope this helps anyone who’s considering buying one of these! Happy putting!
