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The Hosel Trap Why That Little Bend Is Sabotaging Your Stroke


Let’s get real for a second... Your putting stroke might not be the problem. That chunk of metal connecting your shaft to the putter head? It might be the silent assassin. Welcome to the Hosel Trap—a deep dive into how hosel design and placement can shape or sabotage your stroke. Coach Brian Bailie, 30-year golf coach and Certified Bourbon Steward (yes, he knows hosels and high proof), breaks down everything from plumber’s necks and flow necks to center shafts and modern slant necks. Whether you’ve been yanking putts or blaming your grip, the culprit might be the very tool in your hands. 🎯 What You’ll Learn in This Video: The 4 main types of putter hosels (L-Series, Flow, Slant, Center-Shafted) Why hosel placement (heel vs. center) changes everything How your putting style should match your hosel What “toe hang” actually means Why looks do matter (it’s not just about feel—it’s about trust at setup) A quick Hosel Check to do at home today 💥 Bonus: You’ll leave with the tools to make a smarter putter decision—and maybe even shave a few strokes on the green. 👟 Ready to Walk the Line? 📹 Submit your putting stroke: face-on + down-the-line. Let's review it as a community. 🔁 Share this with your foursome (especially that guy who always says “just push it a little”). 🥃 Special thanks to American Brick for the post-round pour. #golfcask #irishwhiskey #golftips #golfgear #golf #whiskeylover #golfswing #spirits #golfequipment #whiskey #puttinggreen #hosel #puttingdrills #putting