Clean It. Check It. Replace It.: How to Take Care of Your Golf Grips

You clean your clubs.

You clean the clubface.

You might even take great care of your golf shoes.

But when was the last time you cleaned your grips?

Your Grips Get Dirty, Too

Every time you play, your grips come into contact with your hands.

Sweat, natural oils, dirt, and other residue can gradually build up on the surface.

Over time, what you feel in your hands may no longer be the grip in its original condition.

That’s why your grips need proper care, too.

Start With Proper Cleaning

For Winn grips, follow Winn’s recommended cleaning and care instructions.

Use the appropriate cleaning method for your grips, and avoid harsh chemicals or cleaners that could damage the polymer surface.

Regular cleaning can help remove buildup and keep the grip surface in better condition.

But cleaning is only part of grip care.

Take a Closer Look

While you’re cleaning your grips, take a moment to inspect them.

Ask yourself:

Is there visible wear?

Does the texture still feel and look right?

Are there signs of cracking, damage, or aging?

A grip can gradually change through regular use.

Cleaning can help maintain your grips, but it cannot turn a heavily worn or damaged grip back into a new one.

Know When It’s Time to Replace

If a grip is significantly worn, damaged, or no longer provides the feel and surface condition you expect, it may be time for a replacement.

Don’t keep cleaning a grip simply because it can still be cleaned.

Sometimes, the right kind of grip care is knowing when to replace it.

Take Care of the Connection

Your grips play an important role in the connection between your hands and the golf club.

You take care of your clubs.

You take care of your equipment.

Your grips deserve that same attention.

Every once in a while:

Clean it.

Check it.

And when it’s time — replace it.

Because taking care of your grips is part of taking care of your game.