How to Add Weight to a Golf Grip

Adding weight to your grips can increase force in your swing.

Adding weight to the grip of a golf club is far less effective than adding weight to the club head if an increase of force is desired. However, it is possible to add weight to the grip of a golf club in two ways. You can wrap weighted tape around the existing grip, or you can remove the existing grip and wind tape around the area of the shaft that a new grip will cover.

Things You'll Need

• Weighted lead tape
• Knife
• Replacement grip
• Double-sided tape
• Solvent
• Washcloth

Instructions

Adding Weight to Existing Grip

1. Wrap lead tape around the grip of your club, starting at the base of the grip.

2. Evenly wrap the tape over the bottom half of the grip only. The tape should not reach the area of the grip that comes in contact with your hands.

3. Sever the tape and apply pressure with your hands over the taped area to ensure it is tightly bonded to the grip.

4. No setting time is required and the club can be used immediately.

Placing Lead Tape Underneath the Grip

1. Remove the existing grip. Cut small portions with your knife and rip the rest off with your hand. The less you use the knife, the better, as small nicks in the shaft can damage it and make it useless.

2. Pour solvent over the newly exposed area of the shaft and wipe away any remaining residue with your washcloth.

3. Wrap the weighted lead tape around the area that is to be covered by the new grip.

4. Wrap the double-sided tape over the lead tape as tightly as possible.

5. Fill the new grip with solvent, plugging the hole at the base with your index finger. Plug the hole at the top with your thumb and shake vigorously to ensure the solvent adequately soaks every inch inside the grip.

Placing a New Grip onto the Shaft

1. Dump the solvent inside the grip onto the taped portion of the shaft.

2. Firmly slide the new grip over the taped area until the butt of the shaft is flush against the butt of the grip.

3. Wipe away any excess solvent with your washcloth and allow the club to set for at least 8 hours before using.

Tips & Warnings

• Purchase the materials needed for this project at almost any golf outlet store or golf course.

• Regripping can be dangerous, messy and damaging to your golf clubs. Consult a professional first to ensure the job is done correctly.