Tour pros have such a specific feel for their clubs that even small details make a big difference. One method some pros use to maintain their feel from round to round is by adding an extra layer of tape to the shaft. Known as “building up the grip,” some believe it helps optimize their feel for the club and improve swing consistency.
While the average golfer may not be as particular, everyone’s feel for the golf club is unique. If you’re looking to try something new, building up your grips could be an effective customization technique to try.
In this article, we’ll talk about what grip build up is, how it could help and show you how to do it step-by-step right at home.
What is a grip build up?
Adding extra layers of grip tape to the shaft while installing a grip will increase the diameter which the grip will go over. Whether it’s one, two, or more extra layers of tape on the shaft when the grip is installed, the rubber grip will stretch over the tape, thus making the grip larger.