When it comes to putting it into practice, I’ve always found that a little extra structure can make a significant difference. Using training aids or tools that provide feedback on setup keys and other important details gives my practice more purpose – and ultimately helps me become a more reliable putter under pressure.
That’s why I was interested in trying it Trigon Toolkit from Short Game Gains. I’ve been using their steel mirror for the past year or so, and it’s become a regular part of my practice routine. The new Trigon Toolkit builds on that same idea by combining several simple deployment tools to address different aspects of deployment.
Our most innovative package ever – the Trigon Toolkit comes with 4 mass aids. First, the Steel Trigon Mirror is a double-sided reflective plate to check the eye line, practice starting line, face alignment, aiming, and center contact exercise. It also acts as a stencil, working alongside the Putting Chalk Pens to create an identical alignment setup on the grass. Next, the Trigon Toolkit includes a double-sided reflective steel shoulder alignment mirror. The flip side acts as a ruler to measure the setup and gauge your stroke length. In addition to this, this bundle boasts 2 Putting Chalk Pens, filled with non-toxic, water-based chalk for creating target lines, alignment tracks and starting line charts. These are easily removed with a damp cloth and will not damage or kill the grass. Finally, this kit includes a retractable target string. This can be used to align the Trigon to a desired target point, either the hole or a secondary point. This helps not only with the target, but the starting line and the green reading. Check out our video tutorials for tips, tricks and exercises to improve your game!
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The main tool is the Trigon Steel Mirror, which can be used to check the eye line, the alignment of the putter face and the aim. The reflective surface makes it easy to confirm that my setup is where I want it and that I’m aiming where I think I am before I pull the trigger.
The kit also includes a small rectangular mirror designed to help check shoulder alignment, giving me another useful reference point when assessing my setup. While one side is reflective, allowing me to check the alignment of my body, the other doubles as a ruler for measuring the length of the stroke. This is particularly useful for monitoring the relationship between the length of the stretch and time. I can mark a specific stroke length on the ruler and use it as a reference to make sure I keep the same tempo from putt to putt, instead of introducing more than one “hit” or changing my tempo to generate speed.
You will also receive two chalk pens, which are useful for creating visual references on the green. Whether marking the length of your shot, drawing starting lines, or creating a visual reference for sliding puttsthey provide a simple and straightforward way to pair drills with visual feedback. And, since the ice is water-based, the markings can be removed with a wet cloth when I’m done, without damaging the green.
The final piece is the retractable starting string, which I am particularly interested in trying. When used correctly, this putting string provides a clear reference for the starting line of your putts. Place it directly at the hole, or a secondary point on the green to get immediate feedback on how consistently you started the putts on their intended line.
I think this could be especially helpful when working on green reading and breaking putts. Having a fixed reference for my intended starting line should make it easier to distinguish between a poor read and a poor start, rather than just judging the putt by where it ends up. For me, that’s where the string could really help – not just for alignment, but for understanding where my misses are coming from.
The biggest benefit of the Trigon Toolkit is that it gives your practice more purpose. Instead of hitting putts aimlessly, players can use the tools in the kit to focus on specific parts of their setup, alignment and stroke. Having this kind of feedback makes it easier to identify what needs work and ultimately make significant improvements in both the short and long term.
