Choosing grip size

Help and advice on choosing the correct golf grip size

Choosing the correct golf grip size is a very important decision. Too thick and it may cause shots to leak right, too thin and it may cause shots to go left.
The correct grip size allows you to set the club properly at the top of the backswing. If the grip is too small, it may result in too much hand action and cause the club face to close prematurely during the downswing. Likewise is true for a grip that is too fat. It may cause the club head to open up at impact.

Choosing the correct core size. 0.58 or 0.60?

A common question – what does 0.60 and 0.58 mean? Basically this is the size of the internal diameter of the golf grip to ensure it fits and matches the golf shaft to give a standard size.

Golf grips have an inside diameter of 0.58 and 0.60 (Most modern mens clubs bought after 2006 tend to be 0.60) to fit different size golf shafts. Some golf grips have an internal diameter of 0.62 but this is very uncommon. Ladies grips have an internal diameter of 0.56 – although this is changing to 0.58 on most modern ladies golf clubs (bought after 2006).

If you fit a different core size on to a different size shaft you can alter the thickness of the grip – which will effect your golf.  See our table below to help you get the correct grip size or contact our PGA Pros for help.

You can select your grip size to help you with swing errors and faults (see tips below). We offer a full range of different golf grips in different sizes to suit your needs. We also offer everything you need to regrip yourself; golf grip tape, rubber vice clamp and a FREE guide to fitting your new golf grips.

Ten tips to help your choose the best golf grip for your game

TIP 1 – If you hit the golf ball with slice spin (RH golfer), regrip your golf clubs with thinner / undersize grips, as this will encourage your hands to work quicker through impact.

TIP 2 – If you hit the golf ball with hook spin to the left ( RH golfer ), re-grip your golf clubs with thicker / oversize golf grips, as this will encourage your hands to work slower through impact.

TIP 3 – Make your golf grips oversize by adding extra layers of grip tape rather than buying midsize grips therefore you can get the perfect size.

TIP 4 – Make your golf grips undersize by stretching your golf grips over grip tape. For advanced club fitters only, this method enables you to thin out standard sized golf grips so you can get he perfect size.

TIP 5 – Take your new golf club grips to your local professional who can custom fit them for you ensuring you get the correct size.

TIP 6 – Use the same style / model and size of golf grip for both woods and irons to maintain a consistent feel and size throughout the set.

TIP 7 – In wet weather you may want to consider cord golf grips like our Combi™ or Revolution™ Cord. Or if you can keep your golf towel dry our Funky Golf Grips™ are very sticky when rubbed dry – especially if using a leather golf glove.

TIP 8 – Serious golfers who play regularly should regrip their golf clubs at least once a year, preferably at the beginning of the season to give them the best chance of shooting their best scores.

TIP 9 – You can not cover up worn slick golf grips with a leather golf glove alone. Leather golf gloves offer the best stick and traction when combined with new golf grips.

TIP 10 – SAVE MONEY – Changing your golf grips makes your golf clubs feel brand new again, and is often a lot cheaper than buying a new set of clubs.