There are a few different factors that you need to consider when choosing the length of your side saddle putter.
The most important thing is to ensure that the putter is the ideal length for you. You should be able to comfortably stand over the golf ball with a slight bend in your knees and still have approximately two inches of the putter head behind your heels.
Having sufficient stroke space ensures that when you’re putting the club, it won’t be too long or short for your body, and therefore, it won’t interfere with any part of your stroke.
Next, consider what kind of player you are. Are there certain shots that you prefer making over others? If so, tailor your putter’s length to fit these shots. For example, if you’re a player that likes to use a lot of power, you might want to use a longer putter to generate more speed through the ball.
Alternatively, if you often make delicate touch shots, you might want to use a shorter putter so that you can control the ball more easily.
And finally, always bear in mind the course conditions when choosing a putter length. If you’re playing on a course with fast greens, you might want to use a longer putter so you can get the ball rolling faster.
Conversely, if you’re playing on a course with slow greens, you might want to use a shorter putter to have more control over the ball.