In a bold yet calculated move, Ping is stepping back into a territory it once retreated from, the long putter. For the first time since the USGA’s anchoring ban in 2016, Ping is officially offering a long putter model at retail, the PLD Milled Oslo L. But this isn’t just a nostalgic reissue; it’s part of a larger, purpose-driven expansion of Ping’s high-end PLD Milled putter lineup through the introduction of the new PLD Milled AS (Alternative Style) series.
A Trio of Non-Traditional Tools for Precise Putting
The PLD Milled AS lineup features three models, each engineered for a non-traditional putting approach but unified by Ping’s Oslo head shape, one of the most forgiving, high-MOI designs in their stable. These putters are aimed squarely at players looking to fine-tune their putting mechanics with unconventional tools that still uphold the precision and craftsmanship of the PLD family.
Let’s begin with the most eye-catching of the trio: the Oslo L. Measuring 47 inches, this “broomstick”- style putter represents Ping’s re-entry into the long putter market, a space vacated after the anchoring ban reshaped how players use such clubs. While anchoring to the chest is no longer legal, players like Adam Scott and Lucas Glover have shown that long putters still have a place, so long as the method of use adapts. In today’s game, the top hand stabilizes the stroke while the putter hovers just below the chest, and Oslo L is Ping’s answer to that growing niche.
Custom Fit, Premium Build — Now Across More Styles
Next is the Oslo CB, a counterbalanced version with a double-bend shaft. It’s built for golfers who prefer a more deliberate tempo and want added stability at impact. Counterbalancing can also help players prone to excessive shaft lean, encouraging cleaner strikes and more consistent roll.
Finally, the Oslo C rounds out the lineup as a standard-length, center-shafted putter with zero offset. It’s for the golfer who prefers simplicity in visual alignment and a direct connection between hands and face. This isn’t the Ally Blue SE or a low-torque experiment, it’s a straightforward option, now with the premium PLD milled treatment.
Ping’s Measured Entry into the Modern Putting Market
What’s intriguing is that Ping waited. While other brands jumped into low-torque and exotic shafts, Ping remained methodical, choosing now —nearly a decade post-ban —to reenter the long putter conversation. This isn’t a reactive release; it’s a thoughtful expansion that acknowledges how the modern game has adapted.
The entire PLD Milled AS series will be available for pre-order starting October 14, with retail release on October 23. Each model, Oslo C (35″), Oslo CB (37.75″), and Oslo L (47″), is priced at $449. Specs are finely tuned, with adjustable lofts and lies for Oslo C and CB (3° loft, 70° lie), while Oslo L holds fixed specs of 3° loft and 79° lie.
Ultimately, this release is less about resurrecting the past and more about refining the future. The PLD Milled AS series reflects Ping’s broader philosophy, deliberate innovation over reactive trend-chasing. And with this lineup, they’ve expanded not just their product line, but the very definition of what elite-level putting tools can look like.
