Having grips that are too small or too large can hinder even the best golfer's technique by reducing the ability to control the club when it makes contact with the ball. Determining the correct size grip can be done by considering hand size, swing mechanics and the pattern of your golf shots. There are only a few golf grip sizes. If desired, tape can be used around the club shaft to increase the grip size.
Comparing your grips to your golf glove size is a clear way to determine the appropriate grip size. If your glove size is a men's extra large XL , it is best to use a midsize or jumbo grip on your clubs. A men's large L or medium M glove size or a women's large L glove size usually requires a standard size grip. A men's small S glove size, or a women's medium M or small S glove size should consider using undersized grips.
Youth players also should consider undersized grips. If the golf club grip is too small for your hands, the club could twist, forcing you to tighten your grip and squeeze the club at impact with the ball. For golfers in warm humid climates, cord can be helpful in maintaining control of the club through perspiration and precipitation, of course.
Most recently, Golf Pride has introduced the MCC Align grip, which has a raised ridge for improved clubhead awareness, similar to the old reminder grips. Of course, Golf Pride still offers its Tour Velvet grip as well as its longtime Tour Wraps, which have long been standards for many players of all abilities.
For those who don't use a glove, the Tour Wrap is a favorite for feel, while the Tour Velvet is high on the comfort meter. One company that has built a reputation on feel — and certainly comfort, though -- is Winn Grips. New for are the Dri-Tac, which is offered in a variety of configurations, sizes, firmness and colors. As its name would imply, the grips have a very tacky feel to them and they also tend to stay dry in humid conditions.
Lamkin has also been a popular choice for players of all abilities. In its UTX cords and wraps, you'll find a proprietary material called Advanced Cohesive Elastomer, which Lamkin says offers the highest level of surface tackiness and shock absorption. One newcomer you might want to consider, though, is SuperStroke. Known more for its extremely popular putter grips, SuperStroke has signed a number of tour players to use its performance grips over the past couple of years.
The company also has new comfort grip out, though, and it's gaining popularity among golfers. SuperStroke's Cross Comfort grips combine comfort, as the name would imply, with performance. They feature a polyurethane outer layer for comfort and a firm rubber inner layer for "great torsional performance. But what really makes SuperStroke different is that the grips aren't tapered, meaning they don't get significantly smaller as they go down the shaft.
This is certainly a trend Golf Pride offers a less-tapered grip in its MCC Plus 4, for example to keep an eye on, and it certainly makes sense.
I've never really understood why grips needed to be tapered in the first place. It just seems they've been doing it that way forever.
Many players feel like they have a little more control over their clubface with non-tapered grips, and I would agree with that. And now to the most important aspect of grips — size. There has been much debate on how grip size affects performance. The old line of thinking has always been that smaller grips promote more hand action and perhaps hook, while larger grips do just the opposite.
One company, in particular, does not agree with that assessment. JumboMax, as the name implies, specializes in large grips — really large grips. These types of grips are certainly good for players who have arthritis and other hand issues, but the notion that oversized grips are only for the old and arthritic may be outdated.
JumboMax's best-known representative is Bryson DeChambeau, who is also known for playing irons and wedges that all have the same length and bounce, the theory being, among other things, that this promotes one swing throughout the bag instead of different planes required to swing different length clubs.
He also doesn't turn his wrists in his swing, so the JumboMax XL grips, which he has been playing since he was 16, certainly help in that regard.
Since the switch, Kraft has risen to inside to Top 50 in FedEx points. He is now playing JumboMax Standard Oversize, its newest grip. I gave these grips a whirl in several sizes and found that the Junior size worked best for me, and I still have them on my driver and 3-wood.
I feel like I hit those clubs straighter than I did before. I also had them in my irons for a while, but I struggled with the swingweight change.
Wrap Golf Grips Wrap grips hark back to the original style of leather grips that used strips of leather wrapped around the shaft. Lightweight Golf Grips As metal wood technology advanced and companies began making drivers and fairway woods lighter and lighter, it was natural for the grips on these clubs to be made light also.
Putter Grips Putter grips vary from grips for irons and woods and a couple of different ways. Firm vs Soft When choosing a grip it is important to understand the benefits and differences between a firm and soft grip. Round vs Ribbed All grips for woods and irons will either be round or ribbed.
Adjusting to Adjustability When companies began offering adjustability in woods, the grips on those clubs needed to be changed. Grip Size Just like you should wear a pair of shoes that feet your feet, you should use a grip that fits your hand. Most golf grip manufacturers suggest grips should be changed every 40 rounds, or once a year.
Maintenance It is important to maintain and check your grips regularly. You can prolong the life of your grips with regular cleaning. Most grips can be cleaned with a mild dishwashing detergent. For rubber grips including cord use a soft abrasive pad or brush. For non-buffed grips a washcloth should be used instead of an abrasive pad or brush.
Changing Your Grips Most golf shops or pro shops should be able to install and change grips. Most Popular 1. If you have never tried ribbed grips, it is worth a try. You might discover that your hand placement is not that consistent, and your game will benefit from placing the hand the same way every time.
There are loads of manufacturers on the grip market, and it can be hard to navigate. Generally there are three major players in the field; Golf Pride, Lamkin and Winn.
Often price and quality comes hand in hand, but with so many possibilities it can be hard to find the best fit for you. Under this paragraph we have compared three similar grips from the above mentioned manufacturers according to amazon reviews, price range and which pros who use the brand. You will come across a lot of other manufacturers, and most of them make grips that will work. To give you an idea about the cost of regripping your clubs, below are a few examples.
They are based on 13 clubs — and a putter grip. The grips from the examples are taken from our Best Golf Grips and Best Putter Grips articles — so you are able to check them out if you find the pricing compelling. This is a calculation based on a set of premium Dritac grips from Winn and a Superstroke putter grip.
For the budget option we have chosen to showcase a set of Karma Velvet and a standard Karma putter grip. This is an extremely cheap option, and reviews on Amazon suggests, that they might not last as long as some of the more expensive options.
We hope it will help you get to know how to choose golf grips — please let us know if you have any questions or ideas. It is a decision that can have a big impact on your game, so choose wisely. These days golf grips contain a lot of technology, so it is a good idea to be well informed when choosing. A lot also comes down to personal preference, and sometimes it even comes down to what colors are available!
It can be worth it to learn regripping your clubs yourself. By learning the skill yourself, it is also easier to experiment, and get the job done without having to drive to the shop to deliver and pick up your clubs.
The investment is small since you only need solvent, grip tape and some basic tools. Most of the time the grips themselves are also cheaper to purchase online.
How to regrip golf clubs can be learned here. Most manufacturers say every year or 40 rounds — but it really is up to yourself. You should try and pay attention to your gripping force throughout the swing. If you feel more tense, and like you have to use additional force to hold on to the club, it may be time to do something.
It is advisable to keep your grips fresh, and so many factors will impact the condition of your grips.
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