Okay, here’s my take on sharing my experience with Golf Pride Midsize grips, blog style!
My Grip Upgrade: Diving into Golf Pride Midsize
Alright folks, let me tell you about my latest little golf project – regripping my clubs with Golf Pride Midsize grips. I’ve been playing with standard grips forever, and honestly, my hands have been feeling a bit cramped and fatigued, especially towards the end of a round. I kept hearing good things about midsize grips, so I figured, why not give it a shot?
First things first, I did some research. I watched a bunch of YouTube videos (you know how it is), read some forum threads, and basically tried to absorb as much info as possible. I wanted to make sure I wasn’t just jumping on a bandwagon.
Next up was ordering the grips. I decided on the Golf Pride MCC Plus4 Midsize grips. I liked the look of them, and the reviews were solid. Plus, the whole “Plus4” thing, where the lower hand is built up, sounded like it could help with my grip pressure. I ordered a set from my usual online golf retailer.
The grips arrived, and it was time to get to work. Now, I’ve regripped clubs before, but it’s been a while. I gathered all my supplies:
- New Golf Pride MCC Plus4 Midsize grips
- Grip tape (double-sided, of course)
- Grip solvent (the stinky kind, but it works!)
- A hook blade
- A vise and shaft protector
- A grip gauge (to measure if I need extra tape)
The first step was removing the old grips. This can be a pain, but with a sharp hook blade, it’s not too bad. I carefully sliced down the old grips, making sure not to damage the shaft. Peeling off the old grip tape is always the most annoying part, but eventually, I got them all off.
Now came the fun part – applying the new grips. I started by cleaning the shafts with a bit of solvent to remove any residue. Then, I applied the double-sided grip tape. I went with a spiral wrap, overlapping the edges slightly. Some people do a single strip down the shaft, but I prefer the spiral.
Next, I soaked the inside of the new grip with grip solvent. You gotta be generous here – you want it to slide on easily. I covered the vent hole at the butt end and gave the grip a good shake to coat the inside.
Then, I quickly slid the grip over the tape, making sure to align it properly. This is where you gotta work fast, because the solvent evaporates pretty quickly. I made sure the grip was pushed all the way down and that the end was flush with the butt of the club.
I repeated this process for all my clubs. It took a couple of hours, but I wasn’t in a rush. I wanted to make sure I did it right. I set them aside to dry overnight before touching them.
The next day, I took my clubs out to the range to test them out. And let me tell you, the difference was noticeable immediately! The midsize grips felt much more comfortable in my hands. I didn’t feel like I was gripping the club as tightly, and my hands didn’t get nearly as tired after hitting a bucket of balls.
I was able to swing more freely and relaxed.
After a few rounds, I’m definitely a convert to midsize grips. My hands feel better, my swing feels more relaxed, and I’m hitting the ball a bit further and straighter (maybe it’s just placebo, but I’ll take it!).
Final Verdict: If you’re struggling with grip pressure or hand fatigue, I highly recommend giving midsize grips a try. It might just be the best upgrade you can make to your game. It’s been a game changer for me!
