Quick answer: cut the old grip off, strip the old tape, wrap on new double-sided grip tape, wet the tape and the inside of the new grip with grip solvent, slide the grip on in one motion, square it up, and let it dry for at least 2–4 hours. Each club takes about 5 minutes once you have done one or two. You do not need a vise — it helps, but there is a reliable way to do this on the floor.
What it costs
A shop typically charges $3–5 per club in labor, plus the grips. Doing 13 clubs yourself saves $40–65 in labor each time you regrip. A 13-piece set ships with 15 strips of grip tape included, so the only thing you may need to add is solvent and a hook blade.
What you need
- New grips (13 for a full bag, minus the putter)
- Double-sided grip tape — included in Geoleap sets
- Grip solvent (odorless mineral spirits also work)
- A hook blade or utility knife
- A towel, and a tray or tin to catch runoff solvent
- Optional: a vise with a rubber shaft clamp
Step by step
1. Cut the old grip off
Point the blade away from you and cut from the bottom of the grip toward the butt end. Peel it off. With graphite shafts, cut shallow and slow — score the grip, then tear it the rest of the way so the blade never digs into the shaft.
2. Strip the old tape
Peel off all the old tape and adhesive. Stubborn residue comes off with a little solvent and a towel. The shaft should be clean and smooth before new tape goes on.
3. Apply new tape
Wrap one strip of double-sided tape from the butt end down, covering the area the new grip will sit on. Leave about half an inch of tape overhanging the butt end and twist it closed — this seals the shaft so solvent cannot run inside.
4. Wet the tape and the grip
Cover the small vent hole at the top of the new grip with a finger, pour a splash of solvent inside, cover the open end, and shake for a few seconds. Pour the excess out over the freshly taped shaft so the tape is fully wet.
5. Slide the grip on in one motion
You have about 20–30 seconds before the solvent starts to set. Push the grip on in one continuous motion until the butt of the shaft seats against the end cap of the grip. Do not stop halfway.
6. Square it up and let it dry
Look down the shaft as you would at address and align the grip's logo or pattern with the leading edge. You have a short window to make small twists. Grips with a raised spine, like our STORM RIB back-rib grips, make this step almost automatic — the rib sits under your fingers, so a square grip is something you can feel, not just see.
Let the clubs dry standing up for at least 2–4 hours. Overnight is safer, especially in humid weather.
No vise? Do this
Sit on a chair and brace the club head against the floor on a towel, shaft between your knees. Tape and wet as above, then push the grip on downward with your body weight behind it. The floor gives you the resistance the vise would. It is slightly slower and messier — keep the towel under everything.
When should you regrip?
The common rule is once a year or every 40 rounds, whichever comes first. In practice: if the grip looks shiny, feels slick when your hands are warm, or you catch yourself squeezing harder to keep the club stable, it is due. Worn grips make you add grip pressure, and grip pressure is a swing killer.
FAQ
How long before I can play?
Minimum 2–4 hours with proper grip solvent. Overnight if you used mineral spirits, if it is humid, or if you want zero risk of a grip twisting at the range the next morning.
Can I reuse a grip I cut off?
Not one you cut. A grip removed carefully with solvent and an air compressor can survive, but stretched, aged rubber rarely goes back on straight. Grips are the cheapest part of your setup — replace them.
Do I need special grip solvent?
Purpose-made solvent is cheap, low-odor and evaporates at the right speed. Odorless mineral spirits work as a substitute. Avoid gasoline or acetone — they attack the tape adhesive and some rubber compounds.
How many wraps of tape should I use?
One full-length strip is standard. Adding wraps builds the grip up — roughly one extra wrap adds 1/64" of diameter. If you are between sizes, see our grip size chart.
Ready to regrip? Every Geoleap 13-piece set — STORM corded hybrids or FEEL soft rubber — ships with 15 strips of grip tape, so you can do the whole bag in an afternoon. Pay for the feel, not for the logo.