The Innova Star Aviar, carrying our Flame Vortex stamp, is the same trusted straight flyer as the R-Pro version but built in Innova's firmer premium blend. It's the putter more touring players actually carry, since Star holds its stability through far more rounds than the softer blends do.

Flight Numbers: 2 / 3 / 0 / 1

Star starts slicker than R-Pro or DX, closer to a Champion Aviar in the hand, then breaks in over time into a tackier, grippier feel that plenty end up preferring for the long haul. It's more stable than the soft plastics from day one, so a fresh Star Aviar holds a straighter line under power than a fresh DX one does.

Release it flat and it's dead straight with a small, dependable fade at the end, and once it has a season of wear it starts sticking to whatever line you put on it inside 30 feet. It's a strong choice for anyone whose putter sees heavy use, tournament rounds or daily leagues, since the plastic simply lasts. I trust mine on uphill push putts as much as flat spin putts, it doesn't change character much between the two.

Need something softer for cold, wet rounds? The R-Pro Aviar grips better when your hands are cold. Want extra scuff resistance for years of use? The Halo Star Aviar adds a shimmer finish with even more durability. Browse the rest of our stable putters.

Speed 2, glide 3, turn 0, fade 1. Diameter 21.2 cm, rim width 1.1 cm, max weight 180 g.