The grip on your clubs is one of the most over looked areas yet has the biggest importance because the positioning of our hands on the golf club permits the control of the of the orientation of its face at the moment of impact (open, closed or square on) Also, this permits us to have more fluid movement on our wrists and in consequence, better the strength in moving the club.
Yes, that’s right—technology. You might not consider your grips to be a sophisticated part of your gear when you head out on Saturday morning for a round, but for the companies that make grips, there’s a lot of research and development involved in bringing them to market and the enhancements aren’t immediately recognizable.
Lamkin
Consider Lamkin’s Genesis material, which is at the core of the company’s new Fingerprint Technology. The Genesis material is part of a rubber/polymer blend that is UV resistant (just consider how much your clubs are in the sun….), and offer the right mix of tackiness and comfort. They feel like cord grips without the wear and tear on your hands that some people get. Look for this in their Sonar lineup.
Superstroke
You likely know SuperStroke from its putter grips that have successfully invaded the industry in recent years. You might not know the company also makes grips for the rest of your clubs—and they are certainly worth considering. The company’s Traxion grip as an example of advancements made in grips. Traxion uses X-shaped treads on the grips for enhanced feel, while Spyne technology helps align your hands. These are grips that wear really well and can help improve your game.
Oh, and by the way, Jordan Spieth uses SuperStroke grips on his clubs, something you perhaps you have never noticed.
Golf Pride MCC ALIGN
The innovative grip that combines rubber and cord for all-weather performance is available with patented ALIGN® Technology for consistent hand placement every time.
RAISED RIDGE – When installed on a shaft, the red ridge rises allowing for consistent hand placement, and heightened clubface awareness throughout the swing promotes a square clubface both at address and impact.
IMPROVED CLUBFACE AWARENESSALIGN – Technology locks in your hand placement for a consistent, square clubface throughout the swing, at address and impact.
ALL-WEATHER CONTROL – Exclusive brushed cotton cord in the upper hand to wick away moisture.
The right fit
With the new concepts on the market for aligning your grip and making a better connection to the club, there’s still an age-old problem: Golfers using grips that are the incorrect size. The key for ensuring you are fit appropriately for your grips is to start by considering what you’re trying to do in your swing. Are you a golfer trying to avoid a hook? Are you trying to find a better way of releasing your hands? Far too often, golfers come into our stores having been using the wrong size of grips. Getting that corrected all starts with a conversation about what you are trying to do with your game. So if you’re unsure if your grip is right for you, make sure the next time you visit Golf Town, you chat with our team of experts so they can help really dial in on grips that will help you.
Regrip For Less
Our Annual Regrip Event is on now until March 13 and is the perfect time to regrip your clubs with some huge savings. In-stock grips are 40% off (some exclusions) during this time. Even if you aren’t planning to play during the winter, it’s the perfect time to regrip your set and make sure your clubs are ready when spring arrives, so what are you waiting for! Head to your nearest Golf Town or shop online now!
How does one choose the correct grips to refrío their club’s. I have Taylormade set of clubs PW,SW, 4-9 and a Taylormade 3 rescue 19 degrees. Also a driver Burner R420 9.5 T1 . Putter is a Versa Odyssey.