🎙️ The Future of Putter Fitting? Inside Runner Golf’s Technology Revolution
Could 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
⏱ Chapters
00:00 – 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.
