My usual grip installation is “3 + 2”, which means I have three wraps of tape running the full length of the grip, and two additional wraps under my bottom hand. Don’t get me wrong, I don’t mind doing it, but that’s a LOT of effort when re-gripping a full set of clubs! With the extra four wraps built into the Golf Pride Plus4 models, that saves me a TON of time. There is much less manual tape work and I’m building my clubs much faster. Feel is arguably the most important factor when it comes to grips because your hands will be touching the grip throughout the golf swing. Therefore think about what you like your grips to feel like. Do you like the feel of corded grips or perhaps you want a softer feeling model, a more velvet kind of touch on your hands? Or, do you want the best of both of those worlds? Getting your hands on some grips to see how they feel is the best way of deciphering which model to go for and which will be the best model for your hands.You can do that by heading down to your local pro shop, where you'll be able to hold and sample a variety of different club grips. This grip is fantastic. If you're looking for a great way to maintain consistent grip, with a small margin of error, then I definitely recommended this one. With a raised channel along the bottom of a tour-proven grip, the Golf Pride MCC Plus4 ALIGN gives players a reference ridge to aid repeatable, consistent hand position. Introduction These may not be the cheapest grips you can buy, but you must remember your hands can only be as good as the grips. These alignment grips feel great, work wet and dry and give you a feel of solidness. I can't speak of the longevity yet - another key factor if you are buying premium grips but I have high hopes.

One final point for the swing weight obsessed: the midsize version of the MCC Plus 4 is substantially heavier (66 grams) than the standard (52 grams).Also, how do they feel and how durable are they otherwise? Have always gone with the classic MC grip. Thanks. The align technology really does give you a better understanding of where the clubface is through the swing and strike which can definitely help you stay square through the ball, delivering more consistency. That’s the difference in the size of the lower hand. While it doesn’t seem like much, it’s immediately noticeable and, for me, much more comfortable. Golf Pride says that this design also has great benefits: lighter grip pressure, reduced tension, and increased power. It’s also thought that a larger lower hand makes hooking the ball less likely. While I don’t have data to prove any of those claims, there are plenty of tour pros and thousands of skilled amateur players who swear by it, myself included. Keep in mind there is an MCC Align (either standard or midsize) and MCC Plus 4 Align (reduced taper, either standard or midsized) and in a few months there will be a Tour Velvet Align as well. So if you're buying, be sure to get the particular one you want. The upper half of the MCC Plus 4 does feel just like the classic Multi Compound. It’s firm with just enough cord to give you a great all-weather grip.

While it is wise to think about replacing your golf club grips as they start to get worn out, you should also think about replacing your clubs too as they get older. For that reason, take a look at our guides on the best golf irons, the best golf drivers and the best golf putters. FAQs Should I fit my own golf grip? The align feature wasn't as pronounced as I'd imagined, which in hindsight is a blessing. It fits the contours of the creases of your fingers, so you just have to find the feel of your normal grip and all you do is replicate that on your next swing and voila, consistent grip application. It's almost an unoticeable ridge, but you will notice once your hands are in the same position.

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Golf Prides MCC Plus4 Align grip's Tour-inspired larger lower hand design simulates the feel of 4 extra layers of tape for lighter grip pressure and more power. ALIGN Technology now available in this hybrid grip combines all-weather performance with consistent hand placement. The cotton cord and soft rubber material combination is comfortable to grip in all conditions, but it’s in wet weather that its performance benefits come into their own. You’ll definitely find it easier to maintain good grip in the rain.

Useful for golfers just starting, it’s also a great confidence booster for established players, taking uncertainty out of the game. Very good grip sits very good in the hands comfortable too, not so much of a ridge as a thought which was good. recommendation for players all levelsThere’s no missing the raised ridge on the Golf Pride MCC Plus4 ALIGN. Before it’s installed, however, the grip feels round and the channel texture inconsequential. This is important to recognize if you’re choosing grips laid out on a table at your fitter or loose in bins at a store. Raised by installation on the shaft, the ridge is best described as a channel with edges, not a rounded hump. The micro diamond pattern of the red strip has an aggressive texture, and the material is noticeably firmer than the rest of the grip. Performance Finally, grips can be expensive so we would recommend being aware of how much you want to spend here. We would always suggest investing a bit more on a grip that is durable and will last a long time rather than going for a cheaper option and having to re-grip the clubs again sooner than you should have to.