In the world of golf, upgrading your equipment can be expensive. However, if you’re not in the market for new clubs but still want to improve your performance, changing your grips can make a big difference. New golf grips can help improve distance, accuracy, and comfort, making them an essential part of your clubs that should not be overlooked. Studies have shown that new grips can add distance to your shots and increase accuracy, ultimately improving your overall performance on the course.
Grips are often overlooked because they wear down slowly over time. By the time you realize they need to be replaced, they may already be negatively impacting your performance. Like a pair of shoes, you may get used to how your grips feel over time, but once you try out new ones, you’ll wonder why you didn’t replace them sooner. Your grips are the only connection between you and your clubs, so having the right ones can offer improved traction in all weather conditions, improved comfort through proper hand pressure, and more consistent alignment with advanced grip technologies like Golf Pride Align series.
When it comes to choosing the right grip size for you, comfort should be the main focus. It’s essential to find a size that allows you to grip the club comfortably rather than simply going with a size based on glove size or what you’ve used in the past. Additionally, you can create custom grip sizes by altering the number of wraps of tape between the shaft and the grip before installation, allowing you to find the perfect fit for your hands. Testing out different grips and finding the right size can make your clubs feel like new again, ultimately enhancing your performance on the course.
If you’re looking to overhaul your golf bag for 2024, consider visiting a fitting location near you at True Spec Golf. Whether you’re a beginner or a PGA Tour player, finding the right grips for your clubs can make a significant difference in your performance. With over 20 years of experience in club fitting and building, Ryan Barath, GOLF Magazine and GOLF.com’s senior editor for equipment, understands the importance of having the right equipment to enhance your game. Before joining the staff, he was the lead content strategist for Tour Experience Golf in Toronto, Canada, working with golfers of all skill levels to improve their equipment and performance on the course.
