The wear pattern of your gloves can reveal a lot about the quality and condition of your grip. There are many ways to tell if you’re making mistakes.
One indicator that is most noticeable is the wear pattern of your gloves and how they wear-out. You can quickly see what problems you are having with your grip.
A typical pattern for a glove will emerge after 10 rounds of playing.
- Wear out PalmThis is the most popular pattern for golf gloves. If the club is held in one’s palm, instead of being properly held towards your fingers, it can cause a worn-out palm. The tendency to cut or push the ball can be caused by gripping the golf club in your palm.
- Thumb Tear A tear in your thumb could indicate poor thumb positioning and/or improper grip pressure. The problem with golf grip is usually a loss of control. However, it can often be corrected quickly by learning a few simple golf lessons.
- Index Finger WearA poor connection between the hands can cause golf glove wear. This happens when players use an overlapping grip that causes the little finger of the dominant hand to dig into the golf glove’s knuckle.
Performance and glove wear are not the only signs that something is wrong. As with all parts of your golf equipment, the glove must fit correctly.
Your Glove is TOO Big
- The material should be bundled around your fingers
- Rubbing “blisters”Develop on the Hand
A rip in the wrist region is the first sign your glove may be too small.
Check your golf gloves for any faults.
Correct golf grip is essential
Your grip will be affected by your inability to control the club properly. You may also find yourself making poor or inconsistent shots. Practice with the right grip and take your time when you’re putting the clubs on the ground. Practice is the best time to practice your set-up.
Don’t wait to book a lesson from a PGA pro golfer if you don’t know the right grip for you!