Basically what you are going to do is to take a standard grip and put one piece of tape on the golf shaft as you normally would. Now add 4 additional pieces of tape.
That in effect would take a standard golf grip to a midsize golf grip. The difference in size between a standard and midsize grip is approximately 1/16th of an inch.
Is there a caveat to adding layers of tape to take a golf grip from standard to midsize? Yes, there could be. One issue is by adding layers of tape, you will
tend to make the grips firmer. Also, cord grips may not fare as well when extra layers of tape are added.
If you are trying to be precise in your swing weight, just know that there may be a difference in weight with the extra tape versus just putting on a midsize grip to begin with.
Adding more tape will yield a lighter swing weight while the opposite is true (less tape wrap) for a heavier swing weight.
It isn’t an exact science but if you can get an idea of the difference between midsize vs standard golf grips, then you might be able to put yourself in the correct grip according to your golf glove or hand size. Having said that, a larger grip will sometimes help a golfer from using his hands too much and imparting more sidespin (typically a hook) on the golf ball.
If you would like to tinker with a standard grip so that it feels just right, there is nothing wrong with wrapping more tape on the bottom of the grip versus the butt end and vice versa.
As an example, I recently picked up a tacky grip from a local sporting goods store and it just didn’t feel right. Adding two more pieces of tape and the grip felt perfect. For those with smaller hands, adding a couple layers of additional tape on a standard grip may be the way to go versus going with a midsize golf grip.
What size golf grip do you use?
