Unfortunately for us, there are far too many things that get our golf clubs and grips dirty. I am sure you're aware of how playing a few rounds affects your clubs. A few shanks, a worm burner or two and the two shots it takes you to get out of the sand trap really start to add up after a while. At the end of any given round you might be scrubbing clods of dirt, packed sand and blades of grass off of your clubs.
Even your hands and your swing conspire against the longevity of your clubs. Do you realize how much friction is created by your hands on your club's grip with every swing you take? Even if conditions were perfect, the grips of your club naturally will be worn down simply by playing enough rounds of golf. And this is not even taking moisture into account. If you are like me, when you play, you'll be sweating. Sweat helps to break down your grips more quickly and makes them less tacky and more slippery.
Of course, weather and storage are a factor too. If your grips are exposed to direct sunlight for a significant amount of time, they can crack and wear down faster. Rain works in much the same way that sweat does, and heat works similarly to direct sunlight. If you store your clubs in the trunk of your car when you're not playing, congratulations! You're likely exposing them to temperatures exceeding 100 degrees during the summer months.
Even your hands and your swing conspire against the longevity of your clubs. Do you realize how much friction is created by your hands on your club's grip with every swing you take? Even if conditions were perfect, the grips of your club naturally will be worn down simply by playing enough rounds of golf. And this is not even taking moisture into account. If you are like me, when you play, you'll be sweating. Sweat helps to break down your grips more quickly and makes them less tacky and more slippery.
Of course, weather and storage are a factor too. If your grips are exposed to direct sunlight for a significant amount of time, they can crack and wear down faster. Rain works in much the same way that sweat does, and heat works similarly to direct sunlight. If you store your clubs in the trunk of your car when you're not playing, congratulations! You're likely exposing them to temperatures exceeding 100 degrees during the summer months.
You need to be sure you are taking good care of your clubs. They're helping you score personal records on your favorite courses and shaving strokes off your game, so do something nice for them every once in a while. Start by always storing them somewhere that is temperature controlled. No more trunks or garages. Also, after every round, wash your clubs and grips with warm soapy water, rinse completely and let dry. If you want to be particularly careful, wipe off the club face and grip with a towel after every shot you take. You likely have a lot of hard earned money invested in your equipment, it is a good idea to take care of it and make it last!
Your grips are a most important element of your golf club. If you take good care of your golf grips, they should last you for a year or longer. Also, taking good care of your grips will assure that your swing and game both stay consistent.
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