Having good grips on golf clubs can help a person's game immensely. Golf grips lose their gripping power over time because they harden, become slick or oxidize. Sometimes a person thinks he's got a problem with his swing, when in truth he might be using worn grips that cause his hands to slip. It's not expensive to get your clubs regripped, compared to other maintenance you might need to perform on your golf equipment. However, you can save even more by regripping clubs yourself.
Step 1
Place the shaft of your golf club into a vice clamp. Make sure it is secure. Use a Stanley or craft knife to cut the grip off of the club's shaft. Work away from yourself as you cut, advises FunkyGolfGrips.com. Also remove any tape from the club's shaft. You might need to use white spirit or another solvent to remove sticky residue from the tape. Use a wet cloth to remove any solvent. Dry the golf club shaft with a separate cloth.
Step 2
Apply double-sided grip tape to the golf club shaft. Leave about half an inch over the end at the top. Remove the backing from the tape. Make sure the tape is secure and try to eliminate any lumps or any creases. Tuck the extra tape at the top into the golf shaft end.
Step 3
Place your finger over the hole in the butt of the replacement grip. Fill it about one-third full of white spirit or grip solvent, then shake it up and down. Pour the solvent out onto the grip tape on the shaft. Place the grip over the shaft, covering the tape. Push it all the way on and align it, making sure the vertical lines on the grip are in line with the club's face. The clubs' shaft may have a marking to show where the bottom of the new grip needs to go.
Step 4
Wipe off the excess solvent. Knead the top of the grip, working down to eliminate any bubbles under the grip. Let your golf club dry for an hour.
Things You'll Need
- Stanley knife or craft knife
- Double-sided grip tape
- Grip solvent or white spirit
- Two cloths or towels
- Workbench that has a secure vice
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