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Does Grip Thickness Really Affect Your Swing?

📌 Does the Size of Your Grip Matter?

Most golfers focus on clubs, shafts, and golf balls—but what about grip thickness?

You’ll hear claims like:

Thicker grips help control the club and stop hooks.

Thin grips give more feel and help shape shots.

The wrong grip size can ruin your swing.

🚨 But does grip thickness actually affect your swing, or is it just another golf myth?

Let’s break it down:

How different grip sizes affect your swing

Who should use thick vs. thin grips

How to tell if your grips are helping or hurting your game

⛳ How Grip Thickness Affects Your Swing

Golf grips generally come in four sizes:

Grip Type Who Uses It? Effect on Swing
UndersizedSmall hands, juniors, some womenEncourages more wrist action
Standard Most golfers Balanced control & feel
MidsizeLarger hands, golfers with arthritisReduces wrist movement, more stable
Jumbo/OversizedVery large hands, seniors, some tour playersLimits wrist action, helps control hooks

🚨 Reality Check: Grip size affects how much your hands and wrists work during the swing.

🏌️‍♂️ Do Thicker Grips Actually Help Control Hooks & Slices?

Yes—Thicker grips reduce wrist action, which can help golfers who hook the ball.

Yes—Thin grips promote more hand action, which can help slicers close the clubface.

No—If your grip is too thick, you might struggle with releasing the club properly.

🚨 Translation: Grip size CAN influence your ball flight, but it won’t fix a bad swing.

🔥 When You Should Use Thicker Grips

You struggle with overactive hands and hooks.

You have large hands or arthritis (more comfort, less tension).

You prefer a more stable, controlled feel over maximum shot shaping.

🚨 Reality Check: If your hands feel cramped on a standard grip, you might need midsize or jumbo grips.

❌ When You Should Stick with Standard or Thinner Grips

🚫 You like to shape shots and use your hands for control.

🚫 You don’t struggle with excessive hooks.

🚫 Your current grips feel comfortable and work for your game.

Reality Check: If you switch to thicker grips and lose distance or feel, they’re probably too thick.

💡 The Biggest Myths About Golf Grip Thickness

💡 Myth #1: “Thicker Grips Fix a Hook Automatically”

🚨 FALSE – A thicker grip can reduce hand action, but it won’t fix swing path issues.

Truth: If you hook the ball due to an inside-out swing, a thicker grip won’t fix the real problem.

💡 Myth #2: “Thin Grips Are Better for Feel”

🚨 PARTLY TRUE – Thinner grips promote more wrist action, which can help with shot shaping and finesse shots.

Truth: If you struggle with control, a thicker grip might actually improve your feel.

💡 Myth #3: “The Wrong Grip Size Will Ruin Your Swing”

🚨 FALSE – While grip size does affect your feel and control, it won’t completely destroy your swing.

Truth: Most golfers can adjust to slightly different grips without major issues.

🔬 How to Choose the Right Grip Thickness

A simple way to check if your grip size is right:

1️⃣ Hold the club as you normally would.

2️⃣ Look at the gap between your fingers and palm.

If your fingers barely touch your palm, your grip is the right size.

If your fingers dig into your palm, the grip is too thin.

If there’s a noticeable gap, the grip is too thick.

🚀 Pro Tip: If you’re unsure, try adding grip tape to thicken your grips slightly before buying a new set.

📢 Final Verdict: Does Grip Thickness Matter?

YES—if you struggle with hand action, control, or comfort.

NO—if your current grips feel natural and you hit the ball well.

💡 Before changing grips, ask yourself: Do I need more stability, or do I prefer maximum feel?

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The Golf Bandit
The Golf Bandit

Hi, I'm Jan. I'm passionate about golf and have been playing for years. I love testing out new clubs and equipment, and I share my reviews right here on my blog. With access to the latest gear, I provide honest insights on how they perform on the course. I also enjoy sharing tips and tricks to help you improve your game. Thanks for visiting—hope you find something useful!

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