by: John Bolt
Replacing your golf grips is like servicing your car; you
must do it on a very routine basis to keep them in top working
order. We suggest changing your grips at least once a season,
maybe even twice depending on where you live and how much
you play.
People think that you must have your grips replaced professionally.
This is incorrect because it can get costly. Actually replacing
your own golf club grips is a really simple job. You will
learn a lot about your clubs and save you some money.
Below we will walk you through the quick simple steps to
doing the job yourself. But first there are a few things you
will need:
1. New golf grips
2. Exacto or sharp knife
3. Double sided tape
4. Cleaning solvent
5. Work bench vice
Follow these quick easy steps:
1. Place the club in the work bench vice
and tighten with the grip being fully exposed. Take the exacto
or sharp knife and cut the grip from the shaft up to the end
of club, cutting away from your body.
2. Remove the old grip and clean the shaft
of the club with the cleaning solvent using an old rag or
brush. Then dry the club off completely.
3. Wrap the double sided tape down the
shaft the length of the grip. Make sure that portion of the
shaft is completely covered and remove the backing on the
other side of the tape.
4. Pour some solvent over the tape. Line
the grip up with the club and slip it towards the head of
the club. Remove the club from the vice and place the head
on the floor and make the minor alignment adjustments.
5. Let grips dry for a few hours (3).
Give this a try; it is a very easy process and simple task
to do. It can be a great learning experience and a lot of
fun. It will help you learn a little more about your golf
clubs and save you some money. So get the things you need
and get busy.
More golf club grip information and tips can
be found at:
http://www.golfequipmentsource.com/golf-club-grips.html
About The Author
John Bolt is the full time owner of GolfEquipmentSource.com.
He has been an avid golf nut since childhood. With years of
competitive experience under his belt, he understands the
importance of having properly fitted golf equipment. You can
visit him online at: http://www.golfequipmentsource.com. golfmaster@golfequipmentsource.com
May 12, 2008