Dealing With Worn Golf Club Grips: What You Can Do
Golf club grips play a vital role in a player’s performance on the course. A good grip ensures golfers hold the golf club correctly, providing control, comfort, and stability in every swing.
Worn-out golf club grips can lead to slips, inaccurate shots, and even unnecessary strain on your hands and wrists. Learn what you can do if you’re dealing with worn golf club grips and it’s starting to affect your game.
How To Tell When Your Golf Club Grip Is Worn
Over time, the grip materials tend to degrade, leading to a slippery or uncomfortably rough surface. A shiny or glazed-looking grip could indicate wear and tear—a worn grip will feel smooth and won’t provide the necessary friction for a firm hold.
Additionally, your grips are likely worn out if you feel like you’re exerting more pressure than usual during your swing. A good grip shouldn’t require excessive hand or wrist strength to maintain control of the club throughout the swing. Continually using a worn grip can put unnecessary strain on your wrist and affect your swing.
How To Regrip Your Golf Club Grips
Regripping your golf clubs can seem daunting, but it’s actually a straightforward process that you can do at home with the right tools and a bit of patience. However, you’ll need some essential supplies—a new grip, double-sided grip tape, grip solvent, a hook blade or utility knife, and a way to secure the club.
Start by carefully cutting off the old grip using the blade; just be sure to cut away from yourself to avoid slippage and potential injury. Once you remove the old grip, remove any old tape residue using a clean cloth and some denatured alcohol.
The next step is to apply the double-sided grip tape. Leave a little bit of overhang off the end of the club, which you will use to seal the end once the new grip is on. After that, spray an even coat of grip solvent onto the tape and inside the new grip, ensuring you cover the entire surface. Now, slide the new grip onto the club, pushing it until it’s flush with the shaft. Finally, adjust the grip’s alignment according to your preference and leave the club to dry.
The Importance of Regularly Checking Your Grips
Remember, deterioration is a gradual process, so keep an eye out for changes in the feel and appearance of your grips. Clean your grips regularly with mild soap and warm water, drying them thoroughly afterward to prevent moisture damage and prolong their lifespan. Also, avoid leaving your clubs in extreme temperatures, as the grips can become brittle and lose their tackiness.
How often you change your golf club grips is also important and depends largely on how often you play and the conditions in which you store your clubs. However, generally, you should replace your grips at least once per year if you play regularly. Consider regripping twice a year or even seasonally for optimal performance if you play multiple times a week.
Dealing with worn golf club grips can be a serious challenge, and that’s why Brampton Technology sells golf club regripping kits with everything you need to regrip your club. With our grip kits, you can quickly replace your grips and get back on the course.