How to Apply the Tape When Replacing Grips on Golf Clubs
Having sturdy hands on the golf club is a critical part of your golf swing. That's why it's important to keep your grips fresh. Worn grips can cause slipping, which can lead to errant shots. How often you re-grip your clubs should depend on how often you play. The process is easy, especially applying the double-sided tape, which you can do in your home.
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Things You'll Need
- Vise
- Towel
- Utility knife
- Water
- Soap
- 3/4-inch or 2-inch double-sided grip tape
- New grip
- Dry-erase marker
Instructions
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Wrap the golf club shaft in a thin towel for protection. Place the toweled portion of the shaft in a vise and tighten it so the club doesn't move. Remove the old grip, using a utility knife.
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Clean the shaft using a mild soap and water. Use a towel to dry it completely.
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Measure the new grip to determine how much tape needs to be applied to the shaft.
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Mark where the new grip will end on the shaft, using a dry-erase marker.
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Apply double-sided grip tape to the shaft, leaving a 3/4-inch overhang at the end. If you use 3/4-inch tape, remove the backside of the double-sided tape and wrap it in a spiral from the top of the club to the point where the grip will end. For two-inch tape, apply it to the shaft and then fold it completely around before removing the double-sided backing.
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Smooth out any wrinkles or air bubbles.
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Close the tape at the open end of the shaft by pushing it toward the center. This will provide extra grip to the inside butt end of the grip.
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Add the new grip to the shaft.
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References
- Photo Credit golf club image by Attila Toro from Fotolia.com
