As the sole connection to your club, the grip is clearly a key component, yet it’s easy to overlook. There are two considerations to pay close attention to with your grips – tension and size. If your grips have become worn and lost their tackiness you’ll tend to hold too tightly, affecting your swing and causing a variety of odd shots. Regarding size, if your grips are too small your hands will be too active, generally causing a hook. Conversely if your grips are too big your hands are likely to be too passive, resulting in a fade or slice. Once you have the correct sized grips, checking and regularly replacing them will yield optimal playability.