What grip the best to "test" out( iron and driver wise)???

By grip do you mean.....The method by which you hold onto the club or.....The actual part of the club where you put your hands?

Depending on which you mean, the answers will be quite a bit different.

I would consult with a PGA Professional.  Friends might mean well, but could mess you up even more with wrong suggestions.

rkickers9

i have been told that i should try a different grip. do u guys have anything that works for you????

I'm sure we have teaching pros in the FJC, but I think they would have to see your swing. I also don't think they could recommend a grip without knowing somethings about you.  What type of grip are you using now? What is your ball flight, etc.? 

Different grip as in how you hold the club or what to put on your club?

I don't know why people would tell you to try a different grip (how you hold the club).  There is no exact way to hold it, it differs from person to person and you just figure out what is comfortable and what works best and most often for you.  I have a neutral grip with an overlap (opposed to interlock), which is what works for me but may not work for everyone.

If someone is telling you to change your grip, go see your golf pro and see what he or she thinks.  Your friend's advice is more often than not, wrong.  I don't believe in amateurs teaching amateurs unless it's an advanced amateur teaching a beginner (to start).  Let the pro decide if you need to adjust your grip, a big change like that when it's unnecessary could really hurt your game.

Now, if we are talking grips, I used the Golf Pride New Decade Multi-Compound grips (white/black) on all my clubs except woods are GP MC in yellow/black to match the UST V2 shafts.  I would recommend them strongly and if you want a cheaper alternative, a lot of people like the Lamkin Crosslines.

I think it's all about personal preference.  I would say though, that when you get fit for clubs, also make sure the pro checks that you're using the right SIZE grip.  If it's way too small, or to big, it'll be harder to get your hands on the club in the correct position time after time, but go with whatever feels good to you.

First of all, who told you to try a different grip? All of us are basically amateurs , with a few exceptions in the Community. Just to change your grip may not be the problem at all. My best advice would be for you to take your problems to a Pro instructor and take a few lessons. They can better serve your needs and may find another reason for your problems. I, like many in this Community, take lessons,and I am probably one of the older, if not the oldest right now who still takes lessons. You are never too old to get the hang of this game of Golf.

I am going to assume that you are referring to the grip that goes onto the club, i.e. the piece of rubber as oppposed to how your hands "hold" the club.

Like EM, I use the Golf Pride New Decade Multi-Compound grips, with mine being the carolina bue/black and a couple in white/black. Need to have some diversity! I love these grips, and have tried the Lamkins, Winns, and a couple other Golf Pride models. These perform well in all conditions and last an entire season without getting all worn looking. I love them and can not wait to see what new color combos they have for 2010.

eagle3

First of all, who told you to try a different grip? All of us are basically amateurs , with a few exceptions in the Community. Just to change your grip may not be the problem at all. My best advice would be for you to take your problems to a Pro instructor and take a few lessons. They can better serve your needs and may find another reason for your problems. I, like many in this Community, take lessons,and I am probably one of the older, if not the oldest right now who still takes lessons. You are never too old to get the hang of this game of Golf.

old dog, new tricks right Eagle. : )

Totally agree with what you said, a pro is the way to go on grip and type of grips. They will help you out and working with one over the winter is a great way to keep your game sharp.

I hope they were referring to the type of grip and not way you hold the club.  I agree with others that custom fitting is best.  The PRO will be able to make sure that you have the correct grip size. 

IMO, Winn grips are some of the worst grips available in golf.  They wear out in about a week and they are just junk.  They are entirely over priced for what you get.  The first week they are fine then, slicker than a floor covered in grease.

Thanks 4 all the feedback. how to hold the club was my question. i over rotate my hands on the club causeing my to have a big sweeping draw unless everything is perfect every time in my swing. i know i have to fix it some time to get to the "next level" thanks

I know I'm a bit behind as I've been away for almost a week, but for my money I like the Lamkin Tour Wrap.

Its great in the elements and lasts a pretty long time.

see your local professional.  Your problem may have more to do with you swing plane than your grip.  I'm not an instructor, but I've seen some wicked grips that don't affect their ball flight (Zach Johnson is one that comes to mind).

I would definately see a PGA Professional for help with your grip and swing before I spent any time or money on different clubs. You will not believe how much the investment in lessons from a qualified professional will improve your game. New equipment is great, but will only help so much. After your Pro fixes a few things with you grip/swing he/she will then be able to properly fit you for the new equipment.