LAB Golf fitting deserves real attention because the brand's whole promise depends on the putter being built to the player rather than simply sold off the shelf. Length and lie angle are central, but the conversation also includes shaft lean, PressGrips, alignment choices and shaft materials.
If you are coming from a normal retail putter purchase, LAB Golf fitting can feel more involved. That is not a negative. It is part of why the brand appeals to golfers who want the club to match the way they actually stand and move.
LAB Golf fitting guide and custom options. Image credit: L.A.B. Golf
This article forms part of the Outtabounds LAB Golf Series.
Why length and lie angle matter so much
LAB Golf makes it very clear that the optimal lie angle is one of the most important parts of the build. The official remote fitting flow is designed specifically to analyse your stroke and calculate ideal length and lie angle from a short video and a club measurement. That should tell you how central those specifications are to the final product.
In practical terms, if length and lie are wrong, the putter may not sit or move in the way the design intends. That is why blind buying is a bigger gamble here than with many standard putters.
LAB Golf remote fitting measurement instructions. Image credit: L.A.B. Golf
How LAB Golf remote fitting works
The official process is straightforward. You record a short video with the camera around hand height, use a comfortable current putter, line the shaft up with a vertical reference in the background and submit that along with a measurement from the bottom centre of the face to the top of the grip. LAB Golf then analyses the video and returns your recommended specification.
For golfers without easy access to an in-person fitter, that makes the brand more accessible than many assume. It also gives structure to the buying process rather than leaving you to guess.
LAB Golf remote fitting video analysis example. Image credit: L.A.B. Golf
Understanding PressGrips and shaft lean
PressGrips are a big part of the LAB Golf ecosystem. The idea is to build forward press into the grip so the golfer does not need to manufacture it manually. According to LAB Golf, the grips are installed off-axis by 1.5, 2 or 3 degrees depending on model, and different families have different typical recommendations.
That matters because grip and shaft lean change the hand position you see at address. Some golfers will love that integrated forward press. Others will prefer a vertical shaft setup and a more traditional look, especially in ranges such as OZ or certain LINK builds that can work with standard grips.
LAB Golf PressGrips and built-in forward press. Image credit: L.A.B. Golf
Choosing the right putter shaft
LAB Golf also separates shaft decisions by feel and stability. On the official shaft guide, the company positions TPT as the most stable and feedback-rich premium option, GEARS as delivering a like-steel feel with strong stability, and ACCRA as the softest feeling option while still enhancing technical performance. In longer ArmLock or Sweeper builds, the shaft discussion becomes even more important because head weight and overall length increase the demand for stability.
Not every golfer needs the most expensive shaft. What matters is understanding whether you value maximum stiffness, softer feel, or something in the middle.
| Fitting area | What to decide |
|---|---|
| Length | How the putter fits your posture and eye line |
| Lie angle | How naturally the putter sits and balances to your stroke |
| Grip / shaft lean | Whether you want integrated forward press or a more neutral hand position |
| Shaft type | How much stability, feel and premium build detail you want |
How to make the most of a fitted build
Once you have a recommended specification, treat the new putter like a system rather than a collectible. Give yourself time to adapt to the visuals, learn the distance response and test the start line with purpose. A properly fitted putter still needs practice if you want to trust it fully.
That is where repeatable environments help again. Combine the new build with Exputt RG, structured indoor putting practice or a broader equipment review through Outtabounds golf services.
Explore the Full LAB Golf Series
- LAB Golf UK: Putters, Lie Angle Balance and Buying Guide
- What Is LAB Golf? Lie Angle Balance Explained
- LAB Golf Directed Force Putters Explained: DF3, DF3i and DF 2.1
- LAB Golf OZ Putters Explained: OZ.1, OZ.1i and OZ.1i HS
- LAB Golf LINK Putters Explained: Blade Options and Who They Suit
- Are LAB Golf Putters Worth It for UK Golfers?
- LAB Golf UK Availability: Where to Buy and What to Check First
- How to Choose the Right LAB Golf Putter for Your Stroke and Setup
- LAB Golf Fitting Guide: Length, Lie, PressGrips and Shaft Options
Final Thoughts
LAB Golf fitting matters because the brand is built around the idea that the right specification helps the putter behave as intended. Treat length, lie, grip, shaft lean and shaft choice as essential parts of the purchase, not optional add-ons, and you give yourself a far better chance of seeing why so many golfers take the brand seriously.
