The grip of your putter is the connection between you and the club. With repeated use, the grip can begin to wear and become slick and hard to handle. Replacing the grip on your putter depends on how often you play. Having the grip replaced professionally can be costly. Doing it yourself can save money and help you learn more about your clubs and which grips work best.
Step 1
Clamp your putter into the workbench vise firmly. Do not clamp the club too hard, as this may cause damage to your shaft. Cut the old putter grip with a razor knife or exacto blade by inserting the knife into the lower end of the putter grip. Cut away from your body.
Step 2
Peel away the old putter grip and as much of the adhesive tape as you can by hand. Use rubber gloves and a rag to apply a mineral solvent such as paint thinner to remove adhesive residue from the shaft. Dry off your club with a rag and let it sit for five minutes.
Step 3
Wrap the adhesive tape down your shaft to the point where your putter grip will end. Wrap the tape in an even spiral pattern to avoid uneven gripping surfaces.
Step 4
Pour mineral spirits over the adhesive tape. Use enough mineral spirits to completely cover the adhesive tape. Slip your new putter grip down over the shaft.
Step 5
Remove your putter from the workbench vise grip. Make any adjustments necessary for the alignment of your putter grip.
Step 6
Let the club stand for three to four hours until the mineral spirits dry.
Things You'll Need
- Mineral spirits such as paint thinner
- Putter
- New putter grip
- Razor knife or exacto blade
- Double-sided adhesive tape
- Rubber gloves
- Clean rags
- Workbench vise
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