Ping Sigma 2 Anser Putter

Blade Putter

The Sigma 2 Anser is Ping's take on the shape that basically defined the modern putter. Anser blades have been around since 1966, and this 2018 version keeps the plumber's neck, the flanged blade, and the compact profile that traditionalists reach for. What sets the Sigma 2 apart from the classic is what's under the hood and what's in the shaft.

Ping built this putter around its dual-durometer True Roll face insert, a two-layer Pebax elastomer that's firmer in the center and softer toward the edges. The idea is a consistent feel and roll speed whether you catch it flush or slightly off-toe. The other headline feature is the adjustable-length shaft, which lets you dial the club anywhere from 31 to 38 inches with a wrench instead of getting it cut down or extended at a shop.

This is a putter for a golfer who trusts an Anser and wants a soft, forgiving version of it. It won't hold your hand on line the way a big mallet does, and it isn't trying to. Full toe hang means it wants to swing on an arc, so if your putting stroke opens and closes naturally, this head fits the way you already move it.

Design

The head is a milled-and-cast blade with a plumber's neck hosel that produces full toe hang, meaning the toe hangs straight down when you balance the shaft on your finger. That's the profile for a player with a moderate-to-strong arc in the stroke. The face carries Ping's True Roll insert, a Pebax layer engineered with variable-depth grooves that get shallower toward the heel and toe to even out ball speed across the face. There's no sightline or alignment dot on this Anser, just the clean topline and the leading edge of the flange to frame the ball. The adjustable shaft is the standout piece of hardware here, using a locking mechanism at the grip end so you can change length without changing the swing weight balance point. Ping finished it in a matte Platinum or darker Stealth colorway to cut glare over the ball.

Who It's For

• You have an arced putting stroke and want a head with full toe hang that matches how the face naturally opens and closes.
• The classic Anser blade shape appeals to you and you don't rely on a big alignment line to aim.
• A soft, muted feel off the face matters more to you than the firmer click of a metal-faced putter.
• You want to experiment with putter length, since the adjustable shaft lets you test 31 to 38 inches without a trip to the fitter.
• You miss slightly toward the toe or heel and want an insert that keeps those putts rolling out closer to full speed.

Technology

About Ping

Ping invented the heel-toe weighted blade (the original Anser) and continues to innovate in weight distribution and forgiveness. Their PLD line offers tour-level milled putters with Ping's signature engineering.

Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the toe hang on the Ping Sigma 2 Anser?

It has full toe hang, so the toe points straight down when you balance it. That makes it best for players with a moderate to strong arc in their stroke. If you putt with a straight-back-straight-through motion, a face-balanced mallet will suit you better than this Anser.

How does the True Roll face insert feel?

Soft and muted, without the mushiness some inserts have. It's a dual-durometer Pebax design, firmer in the middle and softer at the perimeter, so mishits toward the heel and toe come off at close to the same speed as center strikes. You still get enough feedback to know where you caught it.

Can you adjust the length of the Sigma 2 Anser?

Yes. This is one of the models built with Ping's adjustable-length shaft, so you can set it anywhere from 31 to 38 inches using a wrench at the grip. That's useful if you want to fine-tune your setup or you're between standard lengths.

Does the Sigma 2 Anser have an alignment line?

No. It's a clean blade with no sightline or dot on the top, so you aim off the shape of the head and the leading edge. Golfers who aim well by feel tend to like the uncluttered look. If you want a visual line to line up putts, look at the Sigma 2 Fetch or one of the mallet shapes in the line.

How is the Sigma 2 Anser different from a regular Ping Anser?

The head shape is the same familiar Anser blade with a plumber's neck. What's new on the Sigma 2 is the softer True Roll Pebax insert in place of a firmer face, and the adjustable-length shaft. It's the traditional Anser feel updated with a softer touch and easier length tuning.

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