When I 1st got interested in golf, I knew I didn't want to spend a lot of funds on a new hobby that I possibly may not like. Some of you may perhaps be luckier than I was and have had a terrific set of clubs given to you by a dad or uncle who has decided to upgrade.
I wasn't so lucky, but what I decided to do was scout out the pawn shops. I identified my initially set of clubs for 40 bucks included balls and bag. When out on the course I identified the grips were not only ugly, but they essentially crumbled in my hands for the reason that they had been so brittle.
The straight forward cure of course was to re-grip them I just did not know how. So immediately after a lesson on re-griping from my friend Gene, I'm passing his re-griping method on to you so you can most certainly feel much better about your set of older clubs.
The very first thing he did was pull out an old old container with the following tools and supplies:
* A can of affordable lighter fluid for setting the adhesive ($1.80 vs. $five.99 for golf store brand)
* 14 Pipstrips 12" long grip tape (about .39 cents each and every)
* 1 box cutter or if you want to spend extra, you can order grip cutters for up to 15 dollars
* 1 roll of white (not printed) paper towels or old tee shirts
* 14 grips of your choice
* Some automotive cleanser/polish or a quite fine automotive compound
* And a vice. If you don't own a vice, see if a neighbor has 1 mainly because it's pretty handy. You can do this with no a vice, but it's not fun.
The very first step you need to do is take away the old grips and this is where the vice is really valuable. Prior to clamping your club shaft in the vice, shield the shaft by either wrapping in masking tape 5 or six occasions around, or use an old kitchen sponge for protection. Due to the fact we're doing this on the cheap in this example, an option but handy (if you are going to ever re-grip again) device is a rubber shaft insert that can be bought at most golf stores. It fits suitable in the vice and holds you club securly although you work.
Once your shaft is secure in the vice, use the box cutter to cut the old grip along the shaft. I've discovered grips come off much easier if you make two cuts, one on leading and one on bottom. Now, get rid of the old grip. Some come off less difficult than others. If the old grip is stubborn, soak it with solvent for a few minutes to soften the old adhesive. Caution: Each the a lot more high priced grip solvent and the lighter fluid are quite flammable and toxic. No open flames and a nicely ventilated function space is a need to. Wear rubber gloves to shield against the chemicals in the solvents.
When the old grip is off, you can clean the shaft with a paper towel and lighter fluid. After all traces of adhesive have been removed, you can commence the next step... installing the new grip. Hey, be careful with that razor knife and don't scratch the shaft.
The first step in installing your new grip is to place the two-sided adhesive grip strip in place. This is quick, as all you have to do is get rid of the paper protecting the adhesive and wrap it about the shaft. Be positive to install it lengthwise. Installing the grip is seriously two methods the initially is removing the protective piece of paper on the grip to expose the adhesive and the 2nd step is sliding the new grip on the shaft and aligning it.
Aligning the grip with the club is important. What I advocate is to take the grip and hold it above the shaft and appear down the grip and align the name or style with the backside (flat region) of the club. Once you have it in your mind how to align the grip, pour some solvent or lighter fluid on the adhesive. Be confident it is soaked on all sides. I put my index finger over the little hole at the huge end and pour an ounce or two of solvent inside the grip. Move the grip all about and do your very best to cover all surface areas inside the grip. Now, slide the grip on the shaft keeping your alignment in mind.
The grip will quickly slide on and move about throughout alignment... but you have just about 30-45 seconds ahead of the adhesive begins setting. Commence at the top of the shaft and gently move down the grip pressing toward the club end to take away any air and smooth the grip on the shaft. If there is any adhesive paper left showing, just take your razor cutter and cut around the grip and eliminate all of the grip adhesive. Now for the last step.
Over time, the protective finish might have broken down and there might be a small rust showing. Take the cleanser-polish and apply to the entire shaft to get rid of any rust or dirt. Following the polish dries, take a clean rag and buff. The step will clean your shaft and add a protective coating to it.
OK! Just repeat 13 extra occasions and you will own a wonderful seeking set of clubs you can genuinely be proud of. The only factor you may want to do is obtain a new bag to go with your nearly new looking clubs.
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