Golf grips can mean the difference between holding onto your golf club after a swing, and watching it sail through the air following the ball. Made of materials that can withstand perspiration, dirt, ozone and excessive amounts of sunlight, golf grips play an integral role in your golf game. Despite their durability, golf grips require a certain level of maintenance in order to last. To prolong gripping power and reduce degradation, proper care is required.
Step 1
Wipe down golf grips after each use with a damp cloth. Dry the clubs immediately after wiping them down, using a dry cloth.
Step 2
Scrub the golf grips with warm, soapy water and a cellulose sponge for heavier cleanings. Simply fill your kitchen sink with warm water and a squirt of dish soap. Apply the soapy water to the grips using the cellulose sponge. Give the golf grips a warm water rinse after washing and wipe dry with a cloth.
Step 3
Store your golf clubs upright in a closet, instead of the trunk of your car. While storing your golf clubs in the trunk of your car is convenient, it is not the best environment for your grips. In fact, temperature changes can cause your golf grips to dry out, crack or peel.
Step 4
Apply a conditioner to your golf grips according to manufacturer’s instructions. A grip conditioner will improve traction when your grips are feeling slippery. Most grip conditioners work well on all types of grips, including leather, compound or rubber.
Step 5
Inspect your golf grips prior to each use. Check for worn dimples and slide your hands over the grips to make sure they do not feel loose. Loose grips and worn dimples can interfere with your ability to hang on to the club. In such cases, regripping may be necessary.
Tips and Warnings
- Golf Pride recommends having your golf clubs regripped once a year or after 40 rounds; whichever comes first.
- Always dry your golf clubs, including the grips, after playing golf in the rain. Putting your golf clubs away wet can cause the metal to rust and the grips to rot.
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