Should i use jumbo golf grips

Other added benefits are increased comfort, because grip pressure can be lowered and thus increased comfort for players struggling with arthritis. Depending on what your struggles are — discomfort, slicing or hooking — it can be beneficial to look into your grip size.

You will struggle to apply enough gripping pressure for it to be comfortable to hold it. Now try to find something in your home or garage that is way thicker than a shaft.

It could be a broomstick or the like. Feel the difference when gripping the thick object. It will be easier for you to apply grip pressure and hold it firmly, without it being uncomfortable.

Like grip pressure increases with thicker grips, wrist action decreases. Take a look at this great video on the importance of the right wrist action in the golf swing. Like all other sports, misfit on your equipment can have bad repercussions. If your grip is too small, it can lead to arthritis and pain — especially if you play often, and more than 18 holes at a time.

It is advised to make sure that the grip fits you whether you have small or big hands. If you've got the yips, it's a sign you may benefit from an oversize putter grip. PGA Tour player K. Choi's success with an oversize SuperStroke putting grip has caused other players to try it. While most pros aren't using oversize grips on their other clubs, they can help amateurs reduce grip pressure during the full swing.

Many golfers don't realize that grip size can have a big effect on the shape of their shots. If your grips are too small, you may have a tendency to hook the ball. Oversize grips can help you straighten out your shots.

However, if you tend to slice the ball, you might want to steer clear of oversize grips, which can make your slice worse. Ultimately, numbers often speak louder than words, and the percentage of players both professionally and socially who now sport thicker grips is on the rise, so there must be some reason for the craze, even if it is just a mental comfort. Some tour pros do use thick grips on their golf clubs, but it is relatively rare. Many golfers use extra thick SuperStroke grips on their putters, but for drivers, woods and irons, most golfers will use a grip that is appropriate for their hand size.

One exception is Bryson DeChambeau as mentioned earlier who uses extremely light, yet extremely thick grips on all of his clubs. As Peter Finch explains when trialling these grips in the video below, they allow DeChambeau to wield the club more in the palm and avoid undesired rotation which can occur when the club is held more in the fingers.

If you are genuinely considering making a change, check out the SuperStroke putter grip on Amazon. So many of us use stock-standard golf clubs without giving much thought beyond what style or brand we like, and whether or not they performed well in the golf shop. A consistent miss to the left or right could be remedied by a thicker or thinner grip, not to mention an extra tight putting grasp could be relaxed by a SuperStroke grip.

While conversations about the thickness of your golf grips are unlikely to inspire your playing partners when walking to the next tee, if thicker golf grips have taken Bryson Dechambeau to a US Open championship victory, maybe they can propel you to Sunday competition glory, too.

For senior golfers, I recommend against corded grips as they are very rough compared to rubber grips. Check out some of the oversized Winn rubber grips on Amazon here.

Similar to senior golf grips, players who have arthritis should also opt for larger and softer grips. The larger the grip, the easier it is to hold with consistency and not have to squeeze too hard. This should help you avoid pain and be able to play the full 18 without worrying about your grips getting in the way. Innovation Grips now make specific grips for players who suffer from arthritic conditions. Check them out here to learn more.

There are so many different putting grip styles on the market today. Choosing a putting grip is more about feel and less about the size of your hands. Ideally, you want to choose a putter grip that allows you to feel the putter head throughout the stroke. When putting, the softer the grip you can have, the better you will putt.

Shop around to find a grip that is comfortable, durable, and fits your putting style.