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Best Golf Pride Grips 2024: How to choose the best grip for your game

Published: 26 August 2023 Last updated: 26 August 2023

Best Golf Pride grips

Golf Pride is the market leader in golf grips – but what are the best Golf Pride grips for your game?

Choosing the best golf grips can be really confusing, with so many options to choose from. There are soft ones, firm ones, sticky ones, super-sticky ones, fat ones, thin ones… and everything in between.

Market leaders Golf Pride make 21 different grips alone, so they have simplified the process by using a football formation – 4-4-2 – with four choices of what you want from your grips, four different styles of grip, and two options of extra help you may want from your grips. This is how it works… 

Step 1: Choose what you want from your grips

If your middle finger is just touching the pad of your thumb when holding the grip in the glove hand, that is the perfect size. 

Conditions 

If you often play in rain or get sweaty hands when it’s warm, you may need to factor in more moisture management. 

Surface texture

Do you like your grips to feel smooth, rough with pronounced patterns for added traction, or somewhere in the middle? 

A firm grip will offer more feedback and vibration at impact, whereas a softer feel will dampen the club’s vibrations. 

Step 2: Choose your preferred style of grip

Soft and tacky = The CPX 

Offering maximum comfort to reduce grip tension and pressure, leading to a more fluid swing; the CPX is Golf Pride’s softest performance grip. 

Hybrid or half-cord = The MCC

Hybrid technology gives enhanced stability in all weather conditions, thanks to upper hand cord fused with lower hand rubber in multiple colors. 

Full-cord = The ZGRIP 

Golf Pride’s firmest grip, featuring a ‘Z-shaped’ texture pattern and full cotton cord that delivers both traction and all-weather control. 

Velvet and smooth = The Tour Velvet 

Golf Pride’s Tour Velvet offers comfort, playability and control in all conditions. A proprietary rubber compound with a non-slip pattern texture reduces moisture and slippage. 

Step 3: Choose any extra help you may need

Align Technology

A visible raised red ridge on the back of the club helps lock in your hand position at address, enhancing clubface awareness and delivering a square clubface at impact. Available on… ZGRIP, MCC, MCC PLUS4, Tour Velvet.

PLUS4 simulates building up the lower half of the grip with four extra wraps of tape. This reduced taper encourages lighter grip pressure, promoting less tension in the hands and creating more fluidity and power.  Available on… MCC PLUS4, Tour Velvet.

Best Golf Pride Grips

Here are the best Golf Pride grips for your game, going from softest to firmest.

Golf Pride CPX Golf Grip

Golf Pride's softest grip.

What size golf grip should I use?

Golf Pride say there’s little evidence to support the old theory that small grips make shots more likely to go left and big grips make shots go right (for right-handed golfers). They advise using the grip size selector on golfpride.com to get in the right ball park.

Don’t be afraid to try different sizes. Often, those using standard-sized grips end up preferring the feel of a midsize or Plus4 model.

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Golf Pride Tour Velvet Plus4 Grip Review

Golf pride tour velvet plus4 grips.

Not being satisfied enough by being the #1 Grip on Tour, Golf Pride continues to innovate with their newly released Tour Velvet Plus4 line.  Here, they make the clubmaker and tinkerer’s life easier by creating a ready-made grip that simulates the feel of four wraps of grip tape under the bottom hand .

Following up on the incredible success of the Tour Velvet ALIGN line, Golf Pride gives you the iconic look of their Tour Velvet grip with a modern touch in the Tour Velvet Plus4.   It features the classic black coloring with a grey butt cap and an understated logo.  Feel free to install facing down if you like a clean look and don’t like to advertise (logos up for me – you know it).  While you can’t expect the same tech advancements going into a golf grip like you can an Artificial Intelligence designed driver face, Golf Pride does offer their scientifically proven and familiar grip pattern and materials.  If you want flashy colors, check out the MCC line.  If you want old school cool, the Plus4s have you covered.

How Does it Feel?

The Golf Pride Tour Velvet Plus4 will of course feel familiar, as the original might be the most used grip in the game.  What’s brilliant about these is that they skip the tedious task of using grip tape to change the feel of the grips by building up the bottom hand .  The buildup is done via the grip itself.  Not only can that take a ton of time on every install, but you’re not going to get it 100% perfect.  With these, you will.  Remove variables from your club build – set it and forget it.  The same concept can be found in the ALIGN grips.  Ever try to do a reminder rib by yourself?  It’s a nightmare.  The simplicity is the genius here.  Golf Pride claims the Plus4s allow you to go with a lighter grip pressure, therefore less tension, therefore more power.

On-Course Performance

Does the Golf Pride Plus4 technology make your swing better?  Make you a better golfer?  Honestly, that’s kind of a stretch.  However, I’m a big believer in the psychology of this stuff.  It feels awesome in your hand.  It gives you a slight tactile change, barely perceptible, and then you’re free to swing away.  There’s just something about a fresh set of Golf Prides that makes your whole confidence level go through the roof.   This is definitely a “Look good, feel good – feel good, play good – play good, get paid good” kind of deal.  Thanks Deion !

As we Northerners have awoken from our winter hibernation, I’ve had a chance to bag these on the course and in practice a couple times.  It’s all positive from me!  It’s a very small change in feel, and I do buy in to the “tension reduction” part a bit.  That’s always a good aspect of the golf swing technique, but I feel the Plus4s do a great job of reminding you hold it softer and swing smoother.  From there, you can do what Mr. Palmer used to say, “swing your swing.”

Final Thoughts

We feel that Golf Pride has released yet another winner with the Tour Velvet Plus4 grips.  I was very curious to try the Plus4s, but not at all convinced I’d like them.  Turns out I do.  I’m rarely one to customize my grips.  Maybe one extra layer.  Adding FOUR , and adding them under my bottom hand seemed way past my comfort level.  My thought was that these would be great for those with bear claws, but not me and my regular-sized human hands.  I was totally wrong.   While these grips they do what Golf Pride says they’re going to do (add some girth), the +4 part comes across more subtle than you’d think.

The Plus4 is something even the most reluctant of tinkerers can adopt quickly and has the potential to improve the player’s comfort level from the top of the bag to the bottom.

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Lamkin Crossline vs Tour Velvet Grips: Which is Better?

The importance of a high-quality golf grip cannot be overstated, as it directly impacts your ability to maintain control and execute precise shots.

Lamkin’s Crossline and Golf Pride’s Tour Velvet are two widely acclaimed golf grip options that cater to a lot of golfer preferences.

These two have been long-time contenders such that many golfers see them as similar, so it’s been a battle selecting one. If you are in the same situation, this comparison is for you.

In this article, I’ll analyze these two leading grips, comparing their materials, construction, performance, and suitability for different player types.

Lamkin Crossline vs. Tour Velvet: Which is Better?

Construction.

Lamkin’s Crossline grip is crafted from a proprietary synthetic rubber compound designed for exceptional durability and resistance to wear.

The Crossline grip features a distinct pattern of intersecting lines, which provide excellent traction and torsion control, ensuring a secure connection between the golfer’s hands and the club.

In comparison, the Golf Pride Tour Velvet grip is constructed from a high-quality rubber blend that strikes an optimal balance between softness and durability.

The Tour Velvet’s surface pattern consists of the combination of densely spaced plus signs and a non-slip, pebbled texture.

This design promotes superior traction and enhances overall grip stability.

Another advantage of the Lamskin Crossline over the Tour Velvets is that they last longer.

I’ve also noticed many players complain about the Tour Velvets not holding up, which is a considerable reduction in their value relative to their costs.

Then, if your budget is not buoyant, the Lamskin Crossline might be cheaper, depending on where you’re buying from.

In terms of firmness, the Lamskin Crossline has a softer feel (though subjective) but has less cord exposure, further enhancing its durability.

The feel of a grip is a critical factor for many golfers, as it can influence their level of comfort and confidence on the course.

The Lamkin Crossline grip is known for its moderate tackiness, providing a secure, non-slip grip without feeling overly sticky.

The Crossline’s distinctive pattern of lines delivers excellent torsion control and dampens vibration, enabling golfers to maintain a firm grasp on the club even in adverse conditions.

The Golf Pride Tour Velvet grip is revered for its consistently smooth and comfortable feel.

The combination of its rubber blend and surface texture provides a mild level of tackiness that does not overpower the golfer’s hands.

Furthermore, the Tour Velvet grip effectively dampens vibration, resulting in a comfortable and controlled experience throughout the swing.

Performance

A grip’s performance in diverse weather conditions is essential for golfers who frequently face changing environments on the course.

The Lamkin Crossline grip’s intersecting lines and high-traction design ensure a reliable grip, even in wet or humid conditions.

This consistent performance across various conditions makes the Crossline an appealing option for golfers who require a dependable grip in unpredictable weather.

Similarly, the Golf Pride Tour Velvet grip maintains its exceptional performance in a wide range of conditions.

Its surface pattern and rubber blend collaborate to deliver a steady grip regardless of moisture levels.

The Tour Velvet’s steadfast performance in varying conditions has contributed to its widespread popularity among professional and amateur golfers.

Who Is It For?

The Lamkin Crossline and Golf Pride Tour Velvet grips cater to different golfer preferences and playing styles.

The Crossline grip is ideal for players who prefer torsion control and a secure grip, particularly in challenging conditions.

Its distinctive pattern and moderate tackiness make it a popular choice among golfers who require a dependable grip that does not sacrifice feel.

On the other hand, the Tour Velvet grip is an excellent option for golfers seeking a smooth, comfortable grip that performs consistently in varying conditions.

The grip’s mild tackiness and vibration-dampening properties cater to players who appreciate a more subtle grip feel without compromising stability and control.

Conclusion: Which Is Better?

Lamkin Crossline and Golf Pride Tour Velvet grips offer unique advantages that cater to the diverse needs of golfers.

The Crossline grip is well-suited to players who desire enhanced torsion control and a secure grip, particularly in challenging weather conditions.

Its distinctive pattern and moderate tackiness equip golfers with the confidence and stability necessary to execute precise shots.

Conversely, the Tour Velvet grip is ideal for golfers who value a smooth, comfortable feel while maintaining consistent performance across various conditions.

Its mild tackiness and vibration-dampening properties appeal to players who prefer a more subtle grip feel without sacrificing stability and control.

Even with all of the differences, some golfers have found them interchangeable. Just like the Pepsi v Coke debate. Most have their favorites but will go with the available ones. I should say that I’m certainly like that.

Whether opting for the torsion control and secure grip of the Crossline or the smooth, comfortable feel of the Tour Velvet, rest assured that you are selecting a high-quality grip that will contribute to your success on the course.

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Tour Wrap vs Tour Velvet?

By Knockahoma , December 21, 2010 in Clubs, Grips, Shafts, Fitting

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Which do you guys prefer?  Have heard that the wrap gets pretty slick when sweaty, is this true?  Thanks.

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Tour velvet is great when it is dry. Tour velvet cord is where it's at.

I used to have tour wraps on my irons/wedges and velvets on my woods and hybrid. now i use all IOMIC grips (in black tho).

i know they're expensive, but follow my plan -

step 1. get your friends good and drunk during the front 9 (cost $20)

step 2. place bets on back 9

step 3. collect $200 bucks at 19th hole

buy the grips in a 13 pc set on ebay for like $180. (like 20% off plus free shipping)

REPEAT EVERY YEAR (or when you want new golf equipment)

ahhahahhahah

NOTE - make sure you play at your home course, and play dawn patrol when the greens are slow, and the marks are cold and sleepy.

2 out of 3 times it works 100%

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Originally Posted by aznxjeffy I used to have tour wraps on my irons/wedges and velvets on my woods and hybrid. now i use all IOMIC grips (in black tho). i know they're expensive, but follow my plan - step 1. get your friends good and drunk during the front 9 (cost $20) step 2. place bets on back 9 step 3. collect $200 bucks at 19th hole buy the grips in a 13 pc set on ebay for like $180. (like 20% off plus free shipping) REPEAT EVERY YEAR (or when you want new golf equipment) ahhahahhahah NOTE - make sure you play at your home course, and play dawn patrol when the greens are slow, and the marks are cold and sleepy. 2 out of 3 times it works 100%

That my friend is a whole lotta random F'n gibberish right there.

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For years I played tour velvet grips as those are what came standard on the clubs I bought and I never bothered to regrip them.  Last year I regripped everything with Lamkin Permawraps and I really like the feel of them... I haven't had a problem with them getting slick either... just wipe them down and dry them and they are good to go.

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I like the tacky feeling of the Tour Wrap, the Velvets feel hard and slick to me.  I think it's mostly due my old dry hands.

The old tour wraps which can be had for cheap were solid in any weather but the new tour wraps are still decent. You just have to wipe them down like any other grip but if you are looking for the best options for wet conditions cord is the way to go.

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They both get slick if you ask me. The wraps feel nice and tacky at first but with the way my hands perspire they get real slick real quick. The velvets feel less tackyat first but don't get as slick as the wraps. I've had both and now use cords to avoid my driver slipping and taking one of my friends out.

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Lamkin Crossline seem to just get better with age.  I never have issues.  It's been over a year since I switched, and my grips feel better now than they did before.

Tour velvets for me out of those two.

I wouldn't buy either of them without cord (sweaty hands), at which point they are basically the same grip. Rubber and cord.

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Only cords...TV full cords for the hot Southern Summers.

I replaced worn tour velvets with tour wraps on my irons, and then went ahead and gripped everything except my driver with the tour wraps.  I'm pretty happy with them.  At first, I only got them because the store was out of the velvets and I figured I'd take a chance.  I don't get terribly sweaty hands or play in wet conditions, so I can't comment much on their wet performance, but I've not had any problems.  I like the softer, tackier feel; we'll see how they hold up as they age (about 8 months old at this point).

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i've used both, personally i don't like the tour velvets they just don't feel right. i currently use the tour wraps on my woods, i have two of the older models(bought new cheap), and the new model on my 5w. the differences between the old and new are very minor after the new ones have been gamed a few times. i found the 2g models to be tacky, yet slick when sweaty or wet the first few rounds. after that they are awesome. i suggest them they give a great feel.

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I like the Tour Velvets, but you have to keep them clean.  I clean them with mild soap and water and a scotch pad every two to three rounds.  I have sweaty hands and wear wrist sweat bands in the summer.  I don't use a glove either.  I may try chord grips, but in mid-size there are fewer options.

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I have the white tour wraps on my driver and wedges.  They can get a bit slick when wet, but as long as you wipe them down they are very tacky.

I have used the .580 Tour Wraps since they came out in the early 90s.  I just switched to the new ones and wish they would make the white in .580.  The jury is still out on the 2G for durability.  The old ones lasted forever (maybe that is why they changed).  I haven't worn a glove in probably 18 years and I wipe them off before every shot with a damp corner of a towel and then the dry end.  I have never had an issue.  I would do the cords but I don't know how they would take all the damp wiping and the bare hands.  Maybe some of you guys can comment.

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I've always been a Tour Wrap guy.  I like the softer, tacky feel.  I've never had a problem with the club slipping in my hands.  I've tried cord, multi-compond, etc.... but I always end up coming back to the wrap.

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Golf Pride CPX grips: What you need to know

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW: Golf Pride launches its softest grip ever, the CPX. The grip, which is made of the softest rubber compound in company history, builds traction through a raised diamond-quilted pattern along both sides.

PRICE: About $10 per grip. Available April 1.

THE DEEP DIVE: When Golf Pride’s team of engineers started thinking about what golfers wanted in their next grip, a concept kept driving its way forward that isn’t one you normally hear from the top of the pyramid. And in golf’s typical fascination with focusing too much on elite players, the top of the pyramid might have been missing a key metric. That overlooked concept was comfort. And for Golf Pride that meant reimagining what a soft grip could be.

“Anyone can make simply a soft grip, that’s easy,” said Bruce Miller, Golf Pride’s head of player research and testing. “The challenge is not making the grip too soft and sacrificing performance. It’s a fine line.”

The new CPX grip navigates that fine line of increasing a golfer’s comfort level at address by using the softest rubber compound ever found in a Golf Pride grip. Then, the design stays true to the company’s performance technology roots with a new raised diamond pattern along both sides to provide extra traction. Finally, the grip adds the structured inner core found on the company’s previous soft grip entry, the CP2 family . That “control core,” first introduced in 2014, is an underlayer at the top end of the grip that stabilizes the grip where the torsional forces can be the strongest. In short, those two elements help to make a soft grip perform with a firmer compound’s strength.

“The CPX marries the softest feeling material we’ve ever made with two things that allow it to be playable,” Miller said, referencing the effects of the external texture pattern and the internal fortifying underlayer. “A tremendous amount of consumer testing and lab validation was conducted to arrive at the final material.”

The CPX’s quilted diamond-shaped texture pattern got its inspiration from the handlebar grips on a BMX bike. It aims to improve traction by maximizing the contact area for each hand. At 52 grams in the standard size, its weight is similar to the CP2 Wrap and CP2 Pro grips.

Golf Pride’s research doesn’t necessarily suggest more average golfers should be playing a softer grip, but Miller said many of the tour-level grips now have softer elements in them, and the move by some average golfers to midsize grips is a move toward a more comfortable feel.

In any case, the CPX may suggest thinking about a change ought to be on more regular golfers’ radar. Soft could be seen as a way toward game improvement, simply by making the game feel less hard.

“Golfers want the performance characteristics of the type of grips that are popular among tour players, they just want it softer,” said Eric Gibson, Golf Pride’s global head of marketing. “I think we’ve seen that the community of average golfers in general is gripping the club too hard. We think that making a softer feeling grip makes them more comfortable at address and that leads to better grip pressure.”

While it is a fact that Golf Pride’s more popular grips among the masses are the ones that tend to be more popular on tour, too, ( Tour Velvet and MCC , for example), the company’s success with the CP2 line over the last seven years is evidence that there’s a growing and significant demand for a softer feel. Gibson believes there’s a chance that grip softness starts to play a greater role in grip decisions, and that includes a renewed attention to grip fitting and possibly expanding some horizons when it comes to how a golfer best interacts with his or her clubs. After all, the hands are the only connection to the clubhead and that connection lives and dies by the grip.

“Many players think of a softer-feeling grip as being too mushy with too much twisting and slipping and lacking durability in harsher conditions,” Gibson said. “I think what we can do with this grip is reset the expectations of the kind of performance you can get with softness.”

The CPX (around $10 per grip, not including installation charges) will be available April 1. It is offered in standard, undersize, midsize and jumbo options.

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MEMBER REVIEWS: Golf Pride Tour Velvet Plus4! Read What Members Are Saying!

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We have members testing out the new Golf Pride Tour Velvet Plus4 grips! Read below what they are saying about these grips and please feel free to ask any questions you might have. The Testers are....

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I bought three to test and early results are good but I hate that both sides of the grip are logged. Such a pain to install and not be able to eliminate a logo.

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Thanks to Golf Pride and Golfwrx for the chance to try and test the new Tour Velvet +4 grip.

I got My delivery today and will be installing them tomorrow and playing Sunday.

I currently play MCC +4 with two extra wraps under the bottom hand and will do the same on these.

One thing I'm not too fond of at first glance is the "Tour Velvet" on the opposite side of the Golf Pride logo, wish it had been easier to install w/o a logo showing.

Ok I got 27 holes in today with the TV +4 on my driver, 7 iron and lob wedge.

One of the problems I’ve always had with the regular TV is they always feel slick, this is why I prefer the MCC +4, it feels more secure when I grip it....well I don’t know if it’s just me but the TV+4 feels a lot better then the stock TV, not as secure as the MCC+4 but way better then the stock TV. If I were to compare it I think it feels more like the Lamkin Crossline.

I tried to show the traction on the standard TV and +4...to my eye it seems like the traction on the +4 is deeper then the standard TV.

Overall this is a great improvement over the stock TV and may just be my future grip of choice.

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I’ll have them installed shortly, but the weather sucks around here. Hope to give them a go soon.

Hoping to have mine in shortly. I’ll be comparing against the standard Tour Velvet and the MCC +4

A very special thank you very much to Golfwrx, Golf Pride, and podcast GOAT Knudson81 for selecting me to review the new TV plus 4's.

I wear a M/L Cadet Titleist Players glove (fits perfectly like skin) and normally get 2 to 3 extra wraps under standard GP grip. I have never used a +4 grip but love and play both TV and MCC's.

Out of the package review for Looks : TV plus 4's look BEAST ( a very clean yet aggressive look using a great combination of colors that go well with each other)

on club: I personally was never really bothered by any writing on grips, but if you are.. there's a whole lot of writing... Bellow is a comparison of the TV plus 4 and TV 360 logo down (you can be the judge and plan logo down or up when installing).

full club from front:

front close up:

Just like the original TV 360, its very tacky and will fly in any weather. The best way to describe the lower hand, is it feels just like the TV 360 with 4 extra wraps, lol. Simply no other way to put it.

Feel/ performance per club:

This is where it got interesting. I might sound crazy but each club felt different. Below are my reviews per club:

(as someone who puts 2 to 3 wraps under standard grip's, I put 2 wraps top to bottom for each grip)

Vokey 60.12 D grind/ wedge flex - Love my wedges, wedge game, and practicing wedges.. Total feel/ tempo clubs for me.

The TV plus 4 felt great. I could barely feel the lower hand being thick at address, but during the swing you can feel it. During the swing the thicker lower hand really gave me relaxed control of my shot from the top all the way through the ball.

Close to the fringe/ no wrist hinge/ slide the club under the ball/ hop and little roll chip- When the lower hand was tapered(regular TV 360), I couldn't feel the club in the right hand which resulted in less control. With the TV plus 4's, this shot was really controllable since the lower hand is so thick. You can get aggressive and control the club with the results you want. I use to roll this shot short a lot due to fear, but now I can move it freely with confidence.

Chips and Pitches - B efore, I would swing down with some force for clean contact and the landing spot I wanted (which I get most times), but my roll was unpredictable. Sometime it rolls short or long depending on my force. But, with the TV plus 4, since you can feel it in the right hand the whole time, you can just swing the club head like a weight on a string. The swing speed is naturally the same and roll is very predictable.

Full wedge shots - nothing too different in ball flight. feels, not different.

all in all: a must have for wedges :)

TMB 7 iron/ S300- Love my irons, Iron game, and practicing Irons.. set up, back swing, transition, and tension/ tempo focused... ball flight: Draw to push draw ball flight.

The TV plus 4 felt just ok (it didn't feel bad or great). My ball flight was the same and controllable. I really felt the 4 extra wraps under my right hand at the top of the back swing. Feels like you can stop the back swing length with your right hand when needed and also felt it was causing a late release through the ball. This could be a good thing or a bad thing, but will take some practice to get use too.

all in all: 50 / 50 on the irons.

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The TV plus 4's on the driver was not my fit. It felt like I was holding freshly picked jumbo corn at address in my right(lower) hand. In the back-swing and at the top, same feeling of holding jumbo corn, I couldn't control the low point, couldn’t release the club so my club face was de-lofting hard at impact.

all in all: not for me (but if you have some big hands or or have a lot of force through the ball, it can be good.)

thank you so much everyone and hope this helps. Please let me know if I left out anything.

First of all thanks for the opportunity Golfpride and Golfwrx for giving me the chance to test and review the tour velvet Plus 4 grip. I have been waiting patiently for over a week when i got the email saying grips were ready to be shipped. Funny story, I did not read the full details of the contest and thought I was going to receive 13 grips, so I promptly removed all grips from my irons, haha. Anyway I have put the 3 grips I received on 3 of my irons and I am ready to go as soon as it quits raining. I currently play the MCCPlus 4s and love the taper grip. The tour velvets are the same but with the soft feel. I cant wait to play with them!

Update 3/4/ Finally got to play 27 holes this weekend and the results were fairly good-41,36,37. I am playing with three of

golfprides best grips, the tour velvet mcc plus4, the mcc and the mcc plus 4. First of all the I dont look down on my grips when I am playing so I dont care how many times they put their name on the grips. I love the taper of the mcc plus 4 grips as you can choke down on any club and get the same feel, which i think is important in shot making and keeping the hands out of the shot as much as possible. I love a tacky feel and this is where the tour velvet mcc plus 4 is lacking to me. I like all three grips, as each has a quality I like and could easily game all three.. I will play this combo set until I wear them down. Price is probably in the favor of the MCC tour velvet plus when I replace one, $6.19 vs $11.69, yes I like a good buy! Overall if I had to pick a winner it would be the MCC plus 4-tacky, taper and not hard on the hands. Thanks to Golfpride and Golfwrx for the opportunity!

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do you normally put any extra wraps of grip tape on your grips?

if so, did you put the same number of wraps from the top of the grip to bottom or just the top hand(since the bottom is stock plus 4)?

I normally put 2 wraps on standards and was wondering if I should put 2 wraps only on the top hand since its plus 4..

First, thank you GolfWRX and Golf Pride for a chance to try these new grips.

I have been using the Lamkin REL grip with two wraps of tape for years. The standard size in it feels like it sits between a GP Tour Velvet standard and midsize...which is about perfect for me. I've tried other grips, but never found one I like any better. When I heard about GP bringing the TV Plus 4 grips to the market, I was excited to try them and almost started doing the old Daniel Bryan "Yes" chant (WWE wrestling reference for non-fans) when I got the email saying I was selected as a tester.

I'm building a set of r9TP irons and installed the new grips on the 7 iron and the PW. Label down with two layers of tape. The third grip is going on a backup shaft for my driver.

I'll post some pics and start the review soon.

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I find it a little 'cheap' of Golf Pride, the dominant force in golf grips, to give just 3 grips away to each person. I appreciate that FREE is FREE but to be honest for what they get in return from the testers its a little poor. I appreciate that they've done the same in the Z Grip Align and very possibly others that I've not noticed but even so the actual cost to them is next to nothing and these poor testers are having to re-grip three of their own clubs, messing with the rest of their set so that they aren't matched. Come on Golf Pride give the guys a full 13 grips!

I can't fault their products, but this strikes me as a little Kuchar-ish.

Mine haven’t arrived yet, but look forward to doing the review. Thanks GolfWRX and GolfPride. I won’t let you down.

Congrats! I currently play the tour velvets with +1 wrap. Curious for those that add extra tape if you will do the same for just the top half of the grip and leave the bottom half alone without adding an extra layer. I plan on buying these for sure!

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I find it a little 'cheap' of Golf Pride, the dominant force in golf grips, to give just 3 grips away to each person. I appreciate that FREE is FREE but to be honest for what they get in return from the testers its a little poor. I appreciate that they've done the same in the Z Grip Align and very possibly others that I've not noticed but even so the actual cost to them is next to nothing and these poor testers are having to re-grip three of their own clubs, messing with the rest of their set so that they aren't matched. Come on Golf Pride give the guys a full 13 grips!   I can't fault their products, but this strikes me as a little Kuchar-ish.

It was stated that the prizes for the give away were 3 grips for each winner. I wasn't interested in only 3 grips, so, I didn't enter. I think its great that there were 10 winners, and, I look forward to their reviews.

Got mine yesterday and popped them on this morning. If it will ever stop raining, I'll get out and give them a test. They do feel firmer than the CP2 Pros I've been using for a few years.

Thanks to GolfWRX and to Golfpride for the opportunity to review these new grips!

Got a little range time along with 18 holes yesterday, 70 degrees and sun! Have my three grips (midsize) installed on Driver, 7i, & PW. Really, really like it on my driver. As mentioned earlier, feels a touch firmer than CP2 Pros (midsize). The Tour Velvets are actually a little bigger, which I really like. Feedback was very good and vibration dampening was excellent. Installed mine logo down, which is how used to always install Tour Velvets. A very clean look. Something the CP2's lack. I could see me using them on all my clubs except maybe my sand wedges. SM6's and CP2's feel phenomenally good to me.

Golf Pride has a winner here and I have no problem recommending these to anyone.

Thanks again to Golf Pride and to GolfWRX.

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Just landed in Phoenix and will get a chance to do some testing tomorrow. Have them on my driver, 7, and wedge, and I’ll be comparing against MCC +4 and standard tour Velvet 360 with some extra wraps

I got my 13 test grips. Too much offset. Not strong enough for my swing speed. Sold them on the bay. Needed some new DG X7’s hardstepped 3x’s.....

Seriously though, I received my 3 test grips yesterday. Going to install them on my gw, 7 and driver and should be able to give them a go tomorrow. Full Review coming soon.

Got 27 holes in today and updated my initial post with my review.

I’ve had a chance over this last weekend to do some testing with mine, and it’s likely that I’ll be ordering 10 more of these for the rest of my clubs.

I never really liked the MCC +4 because the bottom half always felt too soft/too squishy almost. I preferred the standard tour Velvet feel, but I enjoyed the build up on the bottom hand. The TV +4 offers the best of both worlds. To me, its the same exact feel as the standard tour Velvet, just with the thicker bottom hand. They feel great.

The one thing I wish I could change is the writing on the underside of the grip. It looks a bit strange and basically forced you to install logo up. I have no problem going logo up, but some that are picker than me may be turned off by it.

Here's a few pics of the grips installed.

Comparison pics to my Lamkin REL grips.

So far I like how the Tour Velvet Plus 4s feel. They are a little softer than my Lamkin REL grips, but not too soft. I can't stand anything that gets close to the softness of a Winn grip. I haven't dealt with any kind of slipping, but I am hitting inside a simulator in my testing so far. I'll get to hit them outside some on Thursday, so I'll report back. I'm still kind of undecided on size. I think it's ok, but I might pull one and add another layer of tape just to see how it feels.

I agree with what texasdave and Nelly32 have mentioned. I'd rather not have the tour velvet written on the bottom of the grip. I like installing my grips label down so I don't see any writing. For two straight sets, Mizuno has installed mine label up even after requesting label down, so I guess I've gotten somewhat used to seeing the Lamkin logo. Not a deal breaker, but not ideal for me.

I had a long practice session yesterday and had the TV + 4 on my driver, 7 and GW.

I’ve always preferred the texture of Tour Velvets and have played the standard size or undersized. I have small hands (Small Cadet Glove) and never liked the MCC. Last year I tried the TV align but the big red line got visually annoying so I moved back to the TV with a rib.

Looks: The Branding is so over done on this grip. Just on the grip it says “Golf Pride” 4 times!!! “Plus 4” 2 times, Tour Velvet 2 times and the size one. Very different that the traditional simplicity of the Tour Velvet. I prefer a clean look when I look down. So much so I installed the test grips logo RIGHT. See picture below

Feel: They feel great. Classic Tour Velvet feel and in my opinion the lower half is firmer than the MCC + 4 which I thought was too soft.

I really liked the TV +4 on my driver and I will be putting these grips on all my woods.

I might put them on my irons. If they come out with an undersized I would put them on my irons and wedges in a heartbeat.

All in all, I really like them and I think it will be a popular grip but, they are so over branded.

I had a long practice session yesterday and had the TV + 4 on my driver, 7 and GW.   I’ve always preferred the texture of Tour Velvets and have played the standard size or undersized. I have small hands (Small Cadet Glove) and never liked the MCC. Last year I tried the TV align but the big red line got visually annoying so I moved back to the TV with a rib.   Looks: The Branding is so over done on this grip. Just on the grip it says “Golf Pride” 4 times!!! “Plus 4” 2 times, Tour Velvet 2 times and the size one. Very different that the traditional simplicity of the Tour Velvet. I prefer a clean look when I look down. So much so I installed the test grips logo RIGHT. See picture below   Feel: They feel great. Classic Tour Velvet feel and in my opinion the lower half is firmer than the MCC + 4 which I thought was too soft.   I really liked the TV +4 on my driver and I will be putting these grips on all my woods.   I might put them on my irons. If they come out with an undersized I would put them on my irons and wedges in a heartbeat.   All in all, I really like them and I think it will be a popular grip but, they are so over branded.    

I installed mine the same way as well.... as you said scripting is a little overdone

Did anyone use extra wraps of grip tape?

if so, was it on the whole grip or just half?

any advise for the people installing in the future?

Did anyone use extra wraps of grip tape?   if so, was it on the whole grip or just half?   any advise for the people installing in the future?

I did two layers. Full grip length.

Might go back and add a third. I’m gonna hit them some first though.

I added two extra wraps under the bottom hand...grips went on pretty easily; much easier then MCC +4

Thanks, let us know how it works.. really curious on how your lower hand feels since its 6 extra wraps.

Yes, install was easy but I only used layer of tape. I did stretch the GW grip down more thank the other two just to test since I have baby hands.

Sorry but i’ve been sick since Sunday, I did install the grips on my driver and wedges on Monday but a sour throat and fever are stoping me from properly test the grip, first impression is very good and I really like the feel of them.

I don’t know if it’s just me or if anyone else got the midsize but the butt sizes feel bigger than the tour wrap midsize.

I’ll give you more info as soon as I can swing a club.

Any updates??? Also how is the bottom of the grip is squishy like mcc +4 or is it firmer.

Yes, I got a full review for driver/ 7i/ 60 wedge which I will try to post by today.

Yes, the bottom is firm and tacky like the TV 360... which I love.

To me, it doesn’t feel nearly as squishy as the MCC +4 which is the primary reason I never used it. They really found a nice balance between hard and swishy.

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Golf Pride Tour Velvet vs. Tour Velvet 360: Golf Grip Showdown

Golf pride has introduced various rubber grips that give you a proper, stable grip on the golf club. Their classic tour velvet grips have been pretty popular since the 90’s. But in 2018, golf pride launched a modified version of tour velvet, naming it tour velvet 360. 

The main difference between two models are their unique designs. Tour velvet has non-slipping ‘+’ patterned surface while tour velvet 360 features a full cord 360 design pattern. Tour velvet 360 has better traction, water resistance. But tour velvet has different sizes to choose from. 

So, tour velvet vs tour velvet 360, which one is better?Join us further in the journey to have a good idea about both grip designs and choose which one suits you better.

Overview of Tour Velvet Shaft 

Since the 1990s, when Golf Pride first introduced tour velvet grip, it has been one of the most liked golf grips by golfers.

They are made from an exclusive rubber-blend compound, making them soft and comfortable to hold. Rubber adds incredible traction and makes sure you have a firm grip.

Tour velvet has a pretty simple design. The lower part of the grip has a slightly larger diameter.

It reduces unnecessary tension between the hand and the shaft and makes the grip comfortable. Many manufacturers use this classic design as a base to create their grip designs. 

Despite having a soft and smooth surface, tour velvet grips are non-slipping due to their digitally designed plus ‘+’ sign pattern. It adds a little tacky texture to the grip surface, so it doesn’t slip, even with sweaty hands.

Overview Of Tour Velvet 360 Shaft 

Even though the classic tour velvet series were a hit, Golf Pride kept modifying it to make it even better. In 2018, they brought a modified version to the market, tour velvet 360.

This new grip features almost all characteristics of its predecessor, classic tour velvet. It is still soft, comfortable, and easy to handle.

But now, it also has a 360-pattern full-cord design, which provides equal traction in all areas. The grip is designed to ensure a firm and secure hand placement in every club orientation.

The modified design has a raised guideline extending from the back of the grip to the front, near the logo. It helps the golfers to have a better idea of their hand placement. 

Tour Velvet Vs Tour Velvet 360 Shaft: Quick Comparison Table  

As tour velvet 360 is a successor version of tour velvet, they both have a lot of similar features. However, there are still some differences. Here’s a quick comparison table that will help you determine which suits your interest the best. 

What Are The Differences Between Tour Velvet And Tour Velvet 360 Shaft? 

If you are unfamiliar with golf shaft grips, at first glance, tour velvet and tour velvet 360 may look the same. But once you look closer, there are a couple of dissimilarities. Let’s take a detailed look at it, shall we?

Grip Design

Tour velvet golf shafts have a simple yet scientific design. Its embedded ‘+’ plus sign pattern ensures a superior grip on the shaft.

And the lower part of the shaft is slightly wider, which reduces the slipping of the grip. On the other hand, tour velvet 360 comes with a full cord 360 design.

It still has the ‘+’ pattern but around the whole shaft, providing an extra secure grip. It also features a guiding ridge to help the newbies have proper hand position. 

Size And Color

One of the main reasons for tour velvet to become popular among golfers is that it is available in multiple sizes and colors.

Standard, Midsize, Undersize, Jumbo, and Junior- you can choose from these five options according to your preference.

As tour velvet is a recent model, till now, it is only available in standard size. There are also no color variations, black being the only option to get. 

Tour velvet grips are available in two versions, round and ribbed. For the round shafts, you can get 60 to 62 core sizes. But if you prefer ribbed ones, 56 to 60, a wide range of cores are available. 

However, there is only one core size, 60 rounds, for the tour velvet 360 golf club grip. Though it is a standard size, if you are uncomfortable with it, you should choose one of the velvet tours instead.

Traction 

Sweaty hands and wet and humid weather are one of the biggest hindrances for golf. Golfers lose their grip on the club shaft, miss the aim, and ultimately the outcome isn’t really pleasing.

That’s why a grip with good traction is a must. Both tour velvet and tour velvet 360 have fantastic traction, thanks to their non-slipping design.

The digitally embedded plus ‘+’ design in the grip keeps the grip firm and secure. In tour velvet 360, this pattern is distributed all over the shaft. And that’s why it provides more security in your grip. 

Vibration Dampening 

When a golfer hits the ball with his club, he feels the shock and vibration from the hit traveling through his golf stick.

Blended rubber grips like tour velvet and tour velvet 360 lessen the effect to a great extent. 

Tour velvet 360 does a better job in this case due to its 360 full cord design. However, it can feel a little harsher in hand.

So, if you have a sensitive hand, it is better to go for a smooth, surfaced classic tour velvet.

Texture And Comfort

Tour velvet grips don’t feature many ridges, so they have a smooth surface. As a result, they are easy and comfortable to hold. 

But tour velvet 360 features guide rides, a logo on the front, full cord pattern, which makes their surface a little tacky.

However, they are not uncomfortable at all. In fact, their tacky texture allows the players to have a more firm grip on the shaft. 

Weight 

The weight of tour velvet grips varies depending on their size and model. Most of them are between 45 to 61 grams, with some exceptions.

On the other hand, tour velvet 360 grips don’t have wide varieties, and their weight is usually 50-57 grams. 

The difference isn’t much, and you may barely feel the change. But yes, for study, tour velvet 360 is considered a slightly heavy option for golf grips. 

Price 

Prices of both tour velvet and tour velvet 360 vary depending on the vendor. They are both mid-ranged rubber grips and are affordable. 

Tour Velvet or Tour Velvet 360: Which Golf Shaft To Choose?

Tour velvet and tour velvet 360 are amazing golf club grips choices. They provide a strong and rigid hold on the club shaft. So, which one should you choose?

Well, it depends on you. If you want a firmer grip with ultimate water resistance, tour velvet 360 would be a good choice.

However, you have to remember that their 360 full cord design can be abrasive for people with sensitive hands. 

Do you prefer larger grips? Or do you like to have a smaller one instead? Classic tour velvet comes with a wide range of grips to choose from.

But for tour velvet 360, there is only one option to choose from, the standard-size grip. However, it is highly durable and lasts for longer. 

So, judge all the factors before deciding on which model fits your requirement the best and choose that. 

Here are some common questions regarding your velvet or tour velvet 360 grips. Let’s find the answer, too, shall we?

How Frequently Should You Change The Golf Grips?

Golf pride suggests changing their golf grips at least once a year. But it depends on how frequently you use them. 

Why Do Pro Players Use Tour Velvet?

Pro golfers use tour velvet to build up a firm grip without using much pressure. This helps them to have better control of the ball. 

Do Tour Velvet Or Tour Velvet 360 Have Better Water Resistance?

Tour velvet 360 provides more water resistance properties due to its overall 360 cord design pattern. 

Do You Have To Tape Golf Grips?

Having a layer of grip tape on top of the grips keeps them in place and gives you a better hold on them. 

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