GOLF GRIP GUIDE: HOW TO CHOOSE THE RIGHT GRIP
Your golf club grip is the only part of the golf club you touch on every shot, so finding the right fit matters. Grip size, texture, firmness, and shape can influence comfort, traction, feedback, grip pressure, and how connected you feel to the club.
And when it comes to your putter, grip size and profile can also influence hand placement and how active your hands and wrists feel throughout the stroke.
Here’s what to consider when choosing the right grip for your game.
START WITH THE RIGHT GRIP SIZE
Finding the right grip starts with your hands. Measure from the crease at the base of your palm to the tip of your longest finger, then use the chart below to find your recommended starting size.
Your recommended size is a starting point. Some players prefer more or less hand fill based on feel, grip pressure, and how they deliver the club.
WHAT SHOULD YOU LOOK FOR IN A GOLF GRIP?
Once you know your size, consider how you want the grip to feel and perform.
| CHARACTERISTIC | WHAT TO KNOW |
|---|---|
| Firmness | Softer grips provide more cushioning, while firmer grips deliver more direct feedback. |
| Texture | More texture creates additional traction and a more pronounced connection to the club. |
| Moisture Control | Cord and aggressive textures can provide additional traction in wet, humid, or sweaty conditions. |
| Taper | Traditional grips get smaller toward the lower hand. Reduced-taper designs maintain more lower-hand diameter and may encourage lighter grip pressure. |
There’s no single combination that works best for every golfer. Your playing conditions and preference for comfort, traction, and feedback should help guide your choice.
PXG ICON GRIP: OUR STOCK FIT
For drivers, fairways, hybrids, irons, and wedges, the PXG Icon Grip is our stock fit and a natural starting point for most players.
Designed to deliver a versatile combination of comfort, traction, and feel, the Icon Grip provides the all-around performance needed from the tee through the green.
Multiple grip sizes allow the fit to be matched more closely to your hands, while golfers looking for a different feel or performance characteristic can choose from additional grip options during club configuration.
EXPLORE MORE GOLF GRIP OPTIONS
Want more traction? A softer feel? Less taper? PXG offers select grip options from leading manufacturers so you can further dial in the connection between your hands and the club to your exacting preferences.
Use the guide below to compare available options by feel, traction, moisture control, and taper.
CP2 Pro
Midsize
MultiCompound +4 Grey
Standard
Tour Velvet
Standard
Tour Velvet Cord
Standard
Crossline 2.0 Grey
Standard
REVL Element 4X Black
Standard
REVL Comfort White
Standard
Excel Wrap Black
Oversize
Dri-Tac Dark Gray
StandardGrip availability, size, color, and pricing may vary by club model and configuration. Check the PXG configurator for current options.
HOW TO CHOOSE A PUTTER GRIP
Putter grips work a little differently.
Rather than managing the speed and force of a full swing, your putter grip helps create a comfortable, repeatable connection between your hands and the putter.
That makes size and profile especially important. A larger grip can provide more hand fill and may help quiet excessive hand and wrist activity, while a smaller grip typically provides more feedback and awareness of the putter.
The goal isn’t simply to go bigger or smaller. It’s to find a profile that allows you to set your hands naturally, maintain comfortable grip pressure, and make a repeatable stroke.
PXG PERFORMANCE PUTTER GRIPS
PXG Performance Putter Grips are available in seven profiles designed to accommodate different hand sizes, preferences, and putting styles.
The collection includes three Pistol profiles, three Straight profiles, and an extended Straight XL.
PISTOL OR STRAIGHT?
Pistol grips feature a more pronounced shape through the upper portion of the grip. This provides a defined reference beneath the upper hand and a more traditional putter-grip feel.
Straight grips maintain a more uniform profile between the upper and lower hands. This creates a more neutral sensation and can promote more consistent grip pressure.
Think of it this way:
PISTOL
Traditional shaping · Defined upper-hand reference · More shape awareness
STRAIGHT
Uniform profile · More neutral hand position · More even grip pressure
FIND YOUR PXG PUTTER GRIP
| GRIP | PROFILE | RELATIVE SIZE | BEST FOR |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pistol I | Pistol | Small | Traditional feel and feedback |
| Pistol II | Pistol | Medium | Balanced hand fill and stability |
| Pistol III | Pistol | Large | More hand fill with pistol shaping |
| Straight I | Straight | Small | Compact, neutral feel |
| Straight II | Straight | Medium | Balanced straight-profile fit |
| Straight III | Straight | Large | Greater hand fill and stability |
| Straight XL | Extended Straight | Extended | Alternative hand positions and setups |
EXPLORE MORE PUTTER GRIP OPTIONS
PXG putter configurations may also include select grips from leading manufacturers such as SuperStroke, giving golfers additional choices in size, shape, taper, and putting-specific profiles.
Use the carousel below to compare the available options and find the profile that best complements your setup and stroke.
Grip availability, color, size, and pricing may vary by putter and configuration.
FIND YOUR FIT
The right grip comes down to more than size.
Start with your hand measurement, then consider the amount of traction, cushioning, feedback, and taper you prefer. For your putter, add profile and hand placement to the equation.
Considering new PXG clubs? Explore available grip options in our online club configurator or schedule a PXG fitting to dial in your complete setup.
