A worn-out putter grip can sabotage your confidence and your scores without you even realizing it. That slick, smooth surface forces you to apply more hand pressure than you should, introducing tension and making it harder to roll the ball with a consistent, smooth stroke. This guide provides a complete, step-by-step tutorial on how to regrip your own golf putter, refreshing the connection between you and the most important club in your bag.
Your putter grip is the only part of the club you touch on every single hole. Over time, the combination of sweat, sunlight, and friction breaks down the material, making it hard and slick. Think about it like the tires on your car - once the tread is gone, traction suffers. For a putter, that loss of traction means a loss of feel.
A fresh, tacky grip allows you to hold the club with a lighter, more relaxed pressure. This gentler hold is fundamental to a smooth and repeatable putting stroke. It reduces unwanted wrist movement and allows the larger muscles in your shoulders and back to control the motion, which is what all great putters strive for. Beyond performance, a new grip is also the cheapest and easiest way to make an old putter feel brand new again. It’s a simple update that delivers an immediate and noticeable improvement in feel and confidence on the greens.
Walk into any golf shop and the wall of putter grips can feel a little overwhelming. Unlike the grips for your irons and woods, putter grips come in a vast array of shapes, sizes, and materials. Here’s a simple breakdown to help you find the perfect one for your game.
The size and shape of your putter grip have a direct impact on how your hands work during the stroke. The primary goal for most golfers is to "quiet the hands" and prevent them from becoming too active or flip-happy at impact.
Different materials offer different feelings, so personal preference plays a big part here.
Don't be afraid to go to a store and simply hold a few different grips. Feel is personal. What works for your friend might not be right for you. Find one that feels comfortable and inspires confidence when you place your hands on it.
The good news is that regripping a putter requires just a few simple tools. Most of them are available in affordable, all-in-one regripping kits.
Using a vise lets you work with both hands and ensures the putter face remains perfectly square throughout the process - something that’s very important for putter grip alignment.
With your new grip and tools ready, set aside about 15-20 minutes. Here’s how to do it efficiently and correctly.
If you're using a vise, place the rubber shaft clamp around the putter shaft, about six inches below the old grip. Loosen the vise, place the clamped shaft inside, and gently tighten it until the putter is secure but not crushed. Never clamp directly onto the shaft without the rubber protector. Adjust the putter so the face is perfectly perpendicular to the floor. This is your reference for aligning the new grip.
No vise? You can brace the putter head between your feet on the floor, but be very careful when using the knife in the next step.
Take your hook-blade knife. The hook is much safer than a straight blade as it prevents the knife from slipping and digging into the shaft (especially graphite shafts). Position the blade at the base of the old grip and, with a smooth, controlled motion, pull the blade away from your body up to the butt end. The old rubber or polymer should slice open easily. Once cut, simply peel the old grip off the shaft.
Underneath the old grip, you’ll find a spiral or a single strip of old grip tape. Peel this off with your fingers. It can be stubborn. You can gently heat it with a hair dryer to loosen the adhesive if it’s brittle. Once the tape is off, there will likely be sticky residue left behind. Pour a small amount of grip solvent onto your rag and scrub the shaft clean. The solvent will dissolve the old glue. Wipe it dry with a clean part of the towel. The shaft should be completely clean and smooth for the new tape to adhere properly.
Take your roll of double-sided grip tape. Measure a strip that is about one inch shorter than your new grip. Peel off one side of the backing and apply it to the shaft, starting from the top and running it down the length in a straight line. Leave about a half-inch of tape hanging over the butt end of the shaft. Once the tape is smoothly applied, twist the overhanging half-inch and tuck it inside the hole at the end of the shaft. This creates a seal so the solvent won't pour down inside the shaft. Now, peel the paper backing off the tape, exposing the sticky outer surface.
This is where the process moves pretty fast. Have a catch pan or a towel under your vise to collect excess solvent.
Now, act decisively. While the tape is still wet, take the lubricated grip and place its opening over the butt end of the shaft. In one smooth, continuous motion, push the grip all the way down until it seats firmly against the top of the shaft. You may need to use a bit of force. As you push, try to align the flat-front portion of the grip with the square putter face.
You have about 30-60 seconds to make fine adjustments before the solvent evaporates and the tape starts to set. Look down the shaft from a "playing position" perspective. Is the grip straight? Is the top, flat side perfectly aligned with the putter face you squared in the-vise earlier? Make tiny rotational adjustments now.
Once you are happy with the alignment, let it be. Release it from the vise and allow the grip to dry for at least a few hours before you touch it. To be safe, wait 12-24 hours before heading to the practice green. This ensures the bond is fully set and the grip won’t twist during a stroke.
That's it! You've successfully given your most-used club a major upgrade.
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