One of the worst things to have happen as a golfer is to lose confidence in yourself, your swing or your club. How good are you going to feel about your game if you shank a 6-iron into some deep rough because your hands slipped a little on your grip? What happens when you need to call on your 6-iron again? Will you feel confident and comfortable with that club, or will that previous shank stick around in your mind a bit longer than it should? Whether it's light rain, extremely humid conditions or even your own sweat, the truth is, moisture can seriously affect your grip and the quality of your golf shots.
You're going to sweat, especially if you're golfing somewhere that is especially humid or arid and hot. There's not much you may be able to do about your body’s internal AC unit (aka. sweat glands), but there is something you can do about your club's grip. Namely, find the one that works for you.
It’s hard to nail down exactly when a grip has become “too worn.” If you play in wet weather a lot or if your hands sweat profusely every time, chances are it’s sooner than later. But telltale signs are a slight rotation upon swing or reappearance of a dreaded slice or hook. The truth is, you may not be able to feel what’s wrong. All you know is the ball doesn’t want to go into its home, to paraphrase Mr. Gilmore.
That’s the problem with synthetic grips. They’re made of lower-quality materials that wear down more quickly than natural rubber. Search online and find out what your grips are made of. If it’s not natural rubber, you’ll notice slippage and rotation sooner than normal. Good for the grip company because you have to buy another set that much more quickly – but bad for your handicap.
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