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EPISODE · May 26, 2026 · 29 MIN

Most Golfers Use The Wrong Putter

from BirDie Golf Club Podcast · host Dave

🎙️ The Future of Putter Fitting? Inside Runner Golf’s Technology RevolutionCould data-driven fitting completely change how golfers choose putters?In this episode of the Birdie Golf Club Podcast, I sit down with Simon Linot, founder of Runner Golf, to explore how technology and unbiased fitting systems are transforming the future of putting.We dive into the flaws in traditional putter fitting, why confidence matters so much on the greens, and how Runner Golf’s advanced fitting technology aims to bridge the gap between subjective feel and objective data.If you’re interested in golf technology, putting performance or custom fitting, this episode is packed with insight.🧠 What We Cover• The story behind Runner Golf and its growth • How their advanced putter fitting system works • Why traditional putter fitting often misses the mark • The importance of matching putters to stroke style • How data-driven fitting improves confidence • The role of technology in golf improvement • The future of personalized golf equipment • Retail and e-commerce integration plans • Why putting is one of the most important parts of scoring ⏱ Chapters00:00 – Introduction and Runner Golf overview 00:44 – Visiting Runner Golf headquarters 01:12 – Simon’s journey into golf tech 02:00 – The gap in the fitting market 03:29 – How the fitting system works 04:31 – Problems with traditional fitting 05:48 – Matching putters to strokes 07:04 – Shaft and setup data insights 07:58 – Subjective vs data-driven fitting 08:42 – Confidence and player trust 09:00 – Accessibility for golfers 10:04 – Retail and online integration 11:06 – Improving the fitting experience 12:22 – Runner Golf’s growth and global reach 13:17 – Industry-wide innovation potential 14:16 – Customization limitations in current putters 15:09 – Evolution of fitting tools 16:16 – Future adoption and education 17:09 – Technology and golf performance 18:24 – Final thoughts 🤝 Podcast Partners👟 Payntr Golf – 15% Off Performance golf footwear worn by Jason Day, Justin Rose, Sam Burns and Min Woo Lee. 👉 https://payntrgolf.co.uk CODE: BIRDIEGOLFCLUBPODCAST 📊 Shot Scope – 15% Off Performance tracking trusted by serious golfers. 👉 https://shotscope.com/?rfsn=8805411.2f49ef5&utm_source=refersion&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_campaign=8805411.2f49ef5 CODE: BIRDIEGOLFCLUB 🌍 Golf Escapes Plan your next golf trip and earn Double Escape Points. 👉 https://www.golf-escapes.com/the-birdie-golf-club-podcast-with-golf-escapes/ CODE: BIRDIEDOUBLEPOINTS 🔔 Subscribe New episodes every Tuesday featuring golfers, coaches, founders and innovators shaping the future of the game.If you love golf beyond just swing tips — this is your podcast.

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