In golf, every component of your equipment plays a role, but none is more fundamental than your grip. As your sole point of contact with the club, it provides the critical link between your body and the implement that will hopefully be propelling your ball long and straight! However, as a PGA Professional regularly playing in pro-ams, I often see grips neglected and utilised until they are visibly falling apart.

Playing with worn-out grips is much like driving a car with bald tires – it drastically compromises performance, consistency, and in extreme cases, even safety. Understanding the subtle indicators that your grips are past their prime is crucial for ensuring optimal performance. Here are five of the key signs that might show it's time to invest in new grips…

1. Loss of Tackiness

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