A. The belly putters are cut and gripped at 43 inches for $209.95 plus shipping & handling. The long putters are cut and gripped at 50 inches for $229.85 plus shipping & handling. They come already equipped with tungsten weights in the head to give them the correct feel.
Q. Where is the closest retailer with RIFE Putters?
A. Most major retailers carry RIFE Putters including: Golfsmith, Edwin Watts, PGA Superstores, Roger Dunn Golf Shops, etc …
Q. I would like to set up a dealer account
A. Please contact our new dealer information line at 407-323-1054 Ext. 115 for information regarding setting up a dealer account.
Q. Which RIFE putter is best for me?
A. Both Blade and Mallet styles work for open and close putting, as well as straight back, straight through putting. They are also designed to be exactly the same on weight and have the same great feel. If you are used to the visual effects of a blade style putter, then you would more than likely prefer the blade. However, the mallet style frames up the bars and gives you a longer sight line behind the ball.
Q. What is the info I need for a return?
A. We will be happy to examine the putter for possible repair. Please click on SHIPPING & RETURNS at the bottom of this page to download our Return Authorization form. Then send an email to customerservice@rifeputters.com for a Return Authorization number. Please return the damaged putter to our offices at: Guerin Rife Putters, LLC
1250 Central Park Dr.
Sanford, FL 32771
407- 323-1054 Please return only the entire putter with the middle weights inside and head cover on the putter.
Q. If I owe money to RIFE Putters where do I send it?
A. If you have a account with us and owe money, there are several things you can do. 1. You can send a check/money order to 1250 Central Park Dr., Sanford, FL, 32771. 2. You can call 407-323-1054 Ext. 114 to pay by Credit Card over the phone. 3. You can email brenda@rifeputters.com to schedule a payment. Thank you.
Q. What are the available offsets in RIFE Putters?
A. Thank you for your interest in RIFE putters. We are now offering right-handed offset putters in both blade and mallet styles. They are available in 33, 34, and 35 inch lengths.
Q. What is the difference in offset and Non-offset?
A. Sometimes, it is personal preference as far as the look of the putter is set up. For alignment purposes and for proper set up, the idea is to get the person’s eyes to be directly over the ball, particularly the player’s dominant eye. For a right-handed player who has a dominant left eye, the eye closest to the hole, we would typically fit them with a straight shafted putter because that puts their dominant eye over the ball. For a person who is right eye dominant, the eye furthest from the hole, we would give them an offset shaft. Putting the ball under the dominant eye helps the player line up the putt with more accuracy . Offset putters typically help golfers keep their hands in front of the ball at impact and promotes less break down in the wrists.
Q. Where are GR putters manufactured?
A. Our putters are manufactured at the Rife facility in Taiwan.
Q. What is the Weight of the Aussie or Mr. Beasley putter?
A. The weight of the Aussie or Mr. Beasley putter is 335 grams.
Q. What are the dimensions of the Mallet/Blade putter?
A. The measurements of the Mallet are 4 1/8” heel to toe and 3 1/2” from the face of the putter to the end of the bars. The Blade is 4 3/4” from heel to toe and 3 ½” from the face of the putter to the end of the bars.
Q. What is the loft on the blade/mallet putters?
A. The loft is 2 degrees on both the Mallet and the Blade putters.
Q. What is the loft of the Aussie Putter?
A. The loft of the Aussie putter is 1.5 degrees.
Q. How much does the 2 Bar Putter weigh with no weights?
A. The weight of the 2 bar putter (both Mallet and Blade style) with no weights is 320 grams.
Q. Can RIFE ship outside of the United States?
A. Currently, we only ship orders to the United States.
Q. How do I highlight the sight notch?
A. In order to make the sight notch easier to see, you can highlight the bevel area on both sides of the notch with whiteout or white tape. This should make it stand out.
Q. How far can I bend the lie of a RIFE Putter?
A. We only guarantee 5 degrees in either direction; however, you may bend further at your own risk. The USGA allows an 80 degree lie angle maximum.
Q. What is the lie angle of a RIFE Putter?
A. The lie angle for each of our putters is 71 degrees upright. The lie angle of the long (50 inch) putter is 79 degrees and is not adjustable.
Q. What are the interchangeable weights made out of?
A. The cylinders and interchangeable weights are made out of “ stainless steel .”
Q. Is there a limit to how many times a RIFE Putter can be bent?
A. There is no limit to how many times the lie of the putter can be adjusted.
Q. Can nicks/scratches be repaired on a RIFE Putters?
A. Unfortunately, nicks or chips on the putters can not be fixed as the putters are anodized not painted. If you would like to have your putter head replaced please contact us for a Repair Authorization by sending an email to customerservice@rifeputters.com.
Q. What is the headweight of the belly/long putters?
A. The headweight is 320 grams for both the long and belly putter. The belly putter comes with 2 tungsten weights, each weighing 40 grams. The Long putter also comes with 2 tungsten weights, each weighing 60 grams. With the weights inserted, the headweight of the Belly putter is 400 grams, and the headweight of the Long putter is 440 grams. If a heavier putter is desired you can put lead tape on the bottom of the putter or add sand in the shaft. Also, tungsten powder can be used where the weights would typically go.
Q. How do you get 9 configurations from the weight kit?
A. The weights slide into the cylinders on the putter. The putter is shipped with 2 medium weights included (355 grams). The speed weight kit which is also included with the putter has 2 light weights (345 grams) and 2 heavier weights (365 grams). This is how you can get 9 different configurations. You can interchange an inside bar with a light weight and outer bar with a heavy and vice versa all the way through the weight system.
Q. Is the Mr. Beasley putter face balanced?
A. The Mr. Beasley putter is face balanced.
Q. How does the 2 Bar Mallet work with a straight back and straight thru stroke?
A. Our tour players, who have some of the best putting strokes in the world are using the 2 bar putter and are having no issues with the set up. If the weighting of the putter is not to your liking, simply adjust the weights in the 2 chambers accordingly.
Q. What is the tip diameter of RIFE Putters?
A. The 2 bar putters have a 370 tip shaft.
Q. Will the hybrid weights interchange with the older 2 Bar Mallets?
A. If the bars have chambers weights that are threaded for screw in weights then the weight kit will work with the putter. If there is not a ring around the allen wrench hole at the end of the bar then you putter has solid bars and is not changeable. The Hybrid putter weights will not work with the original 2 Bar Mallet putter.
Q. When putting with a forward press, does the offset in the shaft help or hurt?
A. The length of the putter and being offset does not have much to do with the forward press. It does naturally set your hands forward of the ball so you will not need to forward press as much as normal to get your hands ahead of the ball. If you are worried about your forward press affecting your putting because of delofting , simply add loft to the putter by bending the shaft forward towards the ball using the bending tool. This ensures that when the putter is pressed forward, the putter’s loft will be returned to its original optimal position of 2 degrees.
Q. Are there any distributors in Australia?
A. There are many distributors in Australia including John Best, Quality Golf Australia which is based in Queensland.
Q. What is the loft of the 2 Bar Putters?
A. The loft of the 2 Bar putters is 2 degrees.
Q. Can I return a putter that I bought from a retailer?
A. Unfortunately, we would be unable to assist you as the putter was not purchased directly from Guerin Rife Putters, LLC. We recommend consulting the retailer from which you purchased.
Q. Can I swing by the studio to check it out?
A. NO, but you can always call for an appointment at 407-323-1054 Ext. 111. We have touring pros at all levels coming in by appointment as well, and when in a fitting, can not be disturbed. Thank you.
A. 90 days from date received , less shipping & handling on product purchased directly from RIFE Putters, LLC. Return Merchandise Authorization is required from RIFE Putters for any returned merchandise. If you would like to return your RIFE Putter, please email Customer Service at customerservice@rifeputters.com. Any customizations or extensions to your RIFE Putter may result in the Warranty being voided.
Q. I need a repair ?
A. A Return Authorization form will need to be completed and a Return Authoriztion number will need to be assigned to you in order for your putter to be received in for repair. To print out the form, scroll to the bottom of the screen and click on Shipping & Returns. Click on the blue link labeled RETURN AUTHORIZTION FORM. To obtain an RA number either email customerservice@rifeputters.com or call 407-323-1054 Ext. 115.
A. RIFE Putters come standard in 33″, 34″, 35″ in Right Hand and normally 35″ in Left Hand. If you order a custom putter we can adjust the length to your preference. Belly Putters have a standard length of 43″ and Long Putters have a standard length of 50″. These are also customizable to fit your preferred length.
Q. What is my putter length?
A. As a general rule, we recommend for people who are 5’10″ or taller get a 35″ putter, 5’5″ – 5’9″ get a 34″ putter, and 5’4″ or shorter get a 33″ putter.
A. The Two Bar Hybrid has a head weight of 320 grams. 345 grams with light weights inserted, and 360 grams with heavy weights inserted. The lie angle is 70 degrees and the loft is 2 degrees. Standard lengths are 34” and 35” RH. The shafting is 90% face balanced (slightly toe down) with a 1/2 shaft offset.
