Can playing with JUMBO grips improve my golf?

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Hi I’m Rick Shiels, welcome to my channel! This KZbin channel is designed to help you play better golf, also to help you enjoy your golf more!
I specialise in golf equipment reviews, golf instruction & I play against some of the best golfers in the world!
I also want to make you play better golf by providing coaching video on all topics about golf, how to fix your slice, fix your hook, help you drive the golf ball longer, hit your irons more pure, hit your irons closer to the hole and help you draw and fade your golf shots.
I will also help you lower your score by chipping better by stopping you duff and thin chips, pitch the ball closer and also create backspin. Also I will provide you help to putt better and hole more putts!

[@kylesunny4051]

Rick, this is probably the best golf I’ve see you play in ages. Why not keep the grips????

[@hemley100]

100%

[@hemley100]

He just loves the pain, you know what they say no pain... no KZbin content

[@hoosierdaddynow1]

My guess is because they aren't traditional.

[@tommyfraz.]

@@hoosierdaddynow1exactly. It’s why he won’t carry a few hybrids, which he hit phenomenally.

[@br0ken_pr0mises87]

Because is not traditional so he won’t stick to it even tho it helps his game !

[@hurtadarryl]

I've never seen Rick chip and pitch so well. Didn't miss a shot with those. That in itself is worth considering making the switch

[@littlelumber]

Agreed. Maybe start with the re-gripped short irons in the bag.

[@fnshouse632]

He took short game lessons from Dan Grieves

[@davidbeyea9006]

You could really see that Rick has nailed his release 1. I wonder what lofts he is using now too.

[@fnshouse632]

@@davidbeyea9006 It wa so obvious, glad you agree. I LOVE Dan Grieves videos!

[@lesbo37]

Yep, my first thought is I've never seen him play that well in the short game. Genuinely easy putts each time.

[@wbbwtfo]

You need to keep those grips. Your bad shots are typically left. Those grips took left out for you. Why wouldn’t you stick with that?

[@kevthepongo]

Agree 💯

[@DMKFACTOR]

It took me years to eliminate the right side of the golf course. I’d rather not go back to seeing the right side of the course! Probably not for me!!

[@shmirginhymer1867]

Same. This is not for everyone. Bigger grips should be for people who are very flippy, and have issues with hooking the ball. Period. ​@DMKFACTOR

[@DMKFACTOR]

@@shmirginhymer1867 Or arthritis! If you’re a decent golfer and aren’t too handsy, then you don’t need these. Especially at the price! These are terribly expensive!

[@RespekfulFungus]

@@shmirginhymer1867 I need it to save my hands. I’ve got long skinny hands, and most grips leave my hands in a world of hurt.

[@calumimray]

Feel like this is the most upbeat we’ve seen you about your own game in a while, great to see!

[@boatbuilder781]

I’m a senior golfer, with arthritis in my right hand. I tried everything to play without pain, then a year ago I moved to Jumbomax wrapped swing grip. I cannot be more pleased with the results, little to no pain in the swing and my game has improved as well. My irons are much improved with more distance and better accuracy.

[@rigzrigz]

My opinion that's some of the best golf I have seen you play

[@MarkTheLostTraveler]

I’ve heard John Daily say that you should go to fatter grips. It’ll change your game. I did that a few years ago. Best move I’ve ever made.

[@EriktheRaids82D]

How was it the best decision? Can you elaborate? Thinking about using these types of grips but I'm super hesitant.

[@shmirginhymer1867]

I went from Midsized grips to standard, and it was game changing. Jumbo grips are not for everyone.

[@EriktheRaids82D]

@@shmirginhymer1867 Thanks for your input. Kind of a big change. I want to be confident that I'm making the right decision .

[@shmirginhymer1867]

Are you handsy in your follow through? Have problem hitting it left? Then they might be good for you. ​@EriktheRaids82D

[@1993j]

He said you should get fitted for grips, not necessarily get fatter ones. Telling people to get fatter grips would be like telling a football team they should all play in size 11 boots. Also, don't forget that John Daly is paid by Superstroke. If it was as simple as everybody gets bigger grips and plays better, do you not think you'd see a change within the professional realms of golf? They would have done it years ago.

[@bentgrass3308]

I would like to see a break 75 video with these. To have Jumbo grips in that much wind, I wasn't expecting much good golf. I'm surprised as much as Rick.

[@TG-mt6ke]

Me too on both. Especially with that wind that's a crazy good score with the huge difference in grip so fair play to rick. Hopefully see him do a break 75. Have a couple bounce games with his mates with them for practice then take them into a break 75

[@docholliday8238]

About dang time someone on KZbin reviews the proper size jumbo max for their hand size and not just going crazy XL size like Bryson. Thanks Rick!

[@ScaleTune]

Peter Finch made multiple vids about those - had them on for 2 seasons

[@docholliday8238]

@@ScaleTune you missed the point… Peter used them and reviewed them but didn’t talk about hand size and grip size. His other employees try his grips in the video and there is no talk of making sure you get the right size. People just think they’re huge, but they really aren’t unless you just go max size like Bryson uses.

[@ScaleTune]

@@docholliday8238 ok fair point

[@jamesmc81]

Should try the ultralites too

[@WilliamTaylor-io7ms]

Finch has been doing this for several years now.

[@andrewTTMSP]

I fan boy'd the Bryson DeChambeau method. Swapped all my grips to JumboMaxx XL and went with one length clubs for everything in the bag. Before this, the best round I had ever shot was a 93. I shot a career low 81 this week. 2 over par on the front 9! These grips and the Bryson method did wonders for my golf game! Only golfing for 3 years so being able to almost break 80 was crazy!

[@cddell]

How about driver vs woods vs hybrids vs irons? All the same shaft length? Or just the same between the families?

[@ForzaOwnz]

​@@cddellI have driver 3w length, 2i regular, 4hy and 5 iron down to lw 7irom length

[@Foreeddy]

Amazing to hear!! Goodjob!

[@user-lf3hy7wl3t]

There is actually a really good write up on the web that suggests Bryson's same length wedges hurt his chipping game. He had better chipping numbers early in his college career when using shorter wedges than he does now. In fact, his chipping numbers are so low that they fall around those that are ranked around 50-70 on tour even though he's easily a top 10 in the world.

[@cddell]

@@ForzaOwnz sorry not sure I totally follow. So 5iron-sandwedge all 7iron length? No sure what you mean when you say 2i?

[@Jack_95]

Absolutely mint seeing you enjoy your golf and hitting the odd shot just for fun. That’s why I started watching your channel. I don’t even play golf, but I love watching it. You’re an entertainer and you do it best with a smile on your face. Keep the positive vibes, Rick. We all love it.

[@NickLoPiccolo]

Ricks game seems to be on another level lately. Love it!

[@paulbrusuelas6706]

It's really interesting, I'm a pretty long time viewer and I feel this year is the best I've seen him play since before the pandemic.

[@spoodermun1722]

10:58 When youre about to go up to present infront of the class

[@repemaensivu2607]

I was a slicer. Changed to jumbomax and swings are straight or baby fade. So suits even for a slicer.

[@jpdst29]

I was hoping larger grips would help with my slice as well, but instead, it just made it worse. I’m glad it worked for you.

[@Milkywaymike]

@@jpdst29 It might be a shaft issue... I use the AeroJet max driver head with the stock regular flex shaft and my typical shot shape was usually straight, baby fade or a wild slice which progressively got worse even when I tried Jumbo Max grips. I then started experimenting with different shafts that were a tad shorter (43.75 - 44"). I settled with a Helium 5F3 (lighter) regular flex shaft and dialed in my loft settings. I rarely ever slice now! Shafts, shaft weight and club head weight along with your swing path play pretty big roles in ball flight, more-so than grip size.

[@jpdst29]

@@Milkywaymike Thanks for the info. I will have to check out those things. 😃

[@markkropf8295]

As a subscriber who has watched you play many rounds of golf, your playing even with your misses to the right gives me way more confidence in your game then normal. If I had to bet money on your game when it mattered I would trust the jumbo grips. Learning to manage a one way miss is so much better than a two way miss.

[@cjbohne675]

Even par thru 9 holes in heavy wind. KEEP THE GRIPS. Also the hard driver swing looked like one of the cleanest driver swings from Rick in a while!

[@delhump22]

I played with jumbomax grips for a full year. I hit every club through the bag about 10-15 yards further, but I noticed shots that would typically fade were over-fading, and slices were WAY more severe. It's something to get used to, but there's definitely something to be said about gains in clubhead speed. I can see them being great for someone who consistently pulls/hooks the ball.

[@MisaelValdez24]

Your last statement is ideally who this if for. The person the over draws or hooks.

[@hansdampf2104]

I switched a few weeks ago to Golfpride Jumbos. The are 30g heavier than the normal size. Changed my swingweight from D1 to maybe C3 or something. I gained the same distance like you but i can hit the clubs now slower and more precise for the same length than before. But it’s true there is more tendency to slice or fade the ball with longer clubs but I grip a bit stronger now an can compensate is.

[@snooplovesbricks]

Rick needs these grip your golf was on point give them time u had over 20 yrs using small grips and only one round with big . your golf looked so much more solid and wedge game best ive seen you play . keep using them grips

[@kwjang12]

Seriously Rick. That's some good golf I saw there. So many of your videos I'm waiting for the left ball that always comes. But not with the jumbomax. I've also switched to jumbomax grips. Not the medium sized ones but they're significantly bigger than any standard grip. My reason is to take pressure off my aging hands. I can't go back. From what I see from your golf with those grips, you should play a full 18 committing to the new lines and see what happens. Softening your draw or hook looks good..

[@pedroc6823]

Don’t be afraid to go to a size down just for the driver.

[@pgoldv2p]

I don't know why these golf youtubers do this...........put on some new grips of any size or make to review, play only 9-18 holes and give an opinion as to why these are or aren't for them by playing only a few hours with them!!!! I have the Jumbo Max Ultra lites size sml and have had to play a full year to really get a good feel of them!! They have improved my game drastically and have made golf enjoyable again due to my arthritic hands, can play 18 holes and can open my hands normally at the end of my round. They are a great product and would highly recommend them, but pls, give them a chance before you dismiss them!!! And DEFINITELY make sure you get the right size for your hand!!! Let me know how you feel about this.. Thanks. PS; Yes, Rick you played better with the properly fitted grips, now give them a chance to make you even BETTER!! You might be even more surprised! Thanks.

[@gator968]

Agreed for sure. Why not play these grips 5-7 rounds or more then tell people what you think. Not one round and a sim session

[@normlang1994]

I'm not surprised that these grips worked very well on chip shots, because they quiet your hands. I have a jumbo gripe on my Chippr and I'm planning to regrip Jumbos all my clubs next year.

[@mvrkie2428]

I just switched to jumbo grips on my new clubs driver to 60degree and I’ve seen a noticeable difference in my game right away. I was averaging plus 4-5 on 9 holes consistently. After switching to the jumbos I dropped 2-3 shots off my game. Now shooting 1-3 over consistently. Being a former hockey player which is a lot of wrist movement i was alot like Rick in which I had a lot of unnecessary movement. Now with the jumbos I can feel the difference. My misses left and right are a lot less noticeable and I can feel my wrists almost locking in place rather than turning through my swing 👌 highly recommended anyone especially people with bigger hands switch to jumbos or bigger depending on hand size!

[@adrianlovett3483]

Best I have seen Rick chip , definitely keep the big grips on the wedges .

[@bradwalker9464]

Had some left wrist pain (right handed golfer) for about a year or two. I gave the jumbo grips a try and my wrist pain did in fact go away! Personally, I hate that the clubs do not fit well in the golf bag, but at least I can play without my wrists hurting! Great video Rick!

[@CallumLawn]

Your shots were so much more consistent, I don't understand the obsession with shaping your shots

[@dnb55]

💯 Never got it either

[@nastynate0808]

Honestly the best golf I've ever seen u play ! Any change in golf feels "weird". I just put Jumbo grips on my set and have only played 2 rounds with them. Absolutely loving them. 0 regrets. I'm 6'1", bigger hands. Now my change in my game is opposite of Rick, I'm consistently drawing every shot instead of fading, even Driver which I have to Force myself to try to draw. Now I'm effortlessly drawing and have to really focus to try to hit a fade!

[@willthegoat2974]

YOU NEED TO KEEP THEM ON THE WEDGES. Never seen a good chip from you untill this 😅

[@jeffbenedict8926]

I agree. I might have to try them on my wedges

[@WilliamWright-hf8ob]

Best pitching and chipping i have ever seen you do !!! your irons and knock downs were excellent , too me the first 2 or 3 drives looked like cut swings and not caused by the grips, the drive you tried to draw looked way more like your natural swing , its good that it feels so different , if it didn't you would probably hit your same shots and lastly no one says you have to have the same grips on all 13 clubs maybe try the next size smaller on your driver and 3 wood and this size on the rest of your irons !!

[@steelyd2]

About ten years ago (before it was cool) I got bigger grips put on all my clubs. I’m pretty tall and have big hands and was playing super thin grips and my local pro told me to put some fatter ones on next time I needed a regrip, I was so naive I didn’t even know they made different sizes I thought they only had different styles. Anyway I put some big grips on ( not as big as the ones in the video but much bigger than what I was using) and stopped wearing a glove (I’m left handed so it was always a pain to find one in the size I needed so I just ditched the glove altogether) and my game improved significantly. Considering I did literally nothing to my swing, didn’t upgrade clubs, etc, all I did was get more of my hand on the club and went from about a 12 to a 9. That’s a dramatic difference for changing something so simple. Of course I’ll never go back to smaller grips, I gained so much confidence with them that I ended up getting professional lessons and got my handicap down to around 3 for a while. I’m sitting around 6.5 now cause I just don’t play as much but I tell anyone that will listen to make sure they not only have fresh grips (because too many guys let them wear down to nothing) but to also get them sized correctly especially if you’re a bigger guy and have large hands. I told all the guys in my league etc years ago that grips were gonna be the next big thing in golf and they thought I was crazy and I never let them forget it now.

[@esoteridactyl]

Idk how thick your hands are but I have pretty long hands and I have started using the Claw gloves and they fit really well plus give you extra grip.

[@steelyd2]

@@esoteridactyl so I have pretty thin hands that’s the problem. I’m 6’1” and have really long fingers but my hand isn’t big it’s thin plus I’m a left handed golfer so my option for gloves generally isn’t as varied as righties. If I get a large the fingers are long enough but it’s too wide so I can barely get it to stay closed with the Velcro, if I get a medium, it’s the perfect width but it’s way too short in the fingers. It’s like I need to order a specialty size or something which I’m sure is probably available online now I’ve just been playing without a glove for so long that I don’t miss it I don’t even really think about. That being said thanks for the recommendation I’m gonna go look these up right now and see if I can find a size that works and give it a try.

[@leebaxtertrading]

Hit the like button to get Rick to keep these grips. 5K likes and he has to keep them >>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>

[@Conor2056]

Ireland has Rick playin some of his best golf. 😮

[@RickShielsPGA]

It does!!!! 🍀

[@nopressuregolf]

no trees to hit

[@garyco766]

@@RickShielsPGA Even par and not a single snap hook? Put 'em in the bag Rick! At least play them for a few weeks and give us a break 75 with them. You even hit a draw the 1 time you tried to, so that's still in the bag when you need it!

[@timdarnell7819]

No reason for Rick not to use them, at the very least on his wedges. That was tough conditions and something brand new to him and he shot even par. That speaks for itself.

[@eh6138]

I swear "Gareth" in the UK is like "Michael" in the US.

[@danielmunsell7142]

I recently switched from thin grips to jumbo. If you have difficulty keeping a firm grip on the club during full swing, having the thicker grip will help loads.

[@GeoffAtterbury-p1e]

I recently went to Midsize MCC plus 4 to try and take the left shot out. It works very well on everything except driver, but now you've really got me thinking about stepping it up. Excellent video.

[@bassmasta9117]

I have those same grips and love them. They're super tacky

[@MarkSamora]

My hands ache like crazy after playing, so I went from standard to midsize grips, and it helps. Winn Dry Tac is a nice feeling grip.

[@kevintucker9830]

The Guys from PXG Golf did a complete test on thicker grips and proved that if you suffered hooking the ball, thicker grips reduced that to almost nothing. I have the Golf Pride CP2 jumbo wraps on my clubs and cannot remember the last time I hit a hook.

[@claudewilson7276]

Hi Rick...the grip is very important in golf..however as an arthritis golfer i have found the slight adjustment to the hand help...but as a pro you know this...a slight stronger right hand could have a avoided the fades etc....i am 63 and use to average about 190m in my drive...with larger grips i now aversge 218m...and ifvi could send you a photo have achived 273m....when i start playing i first see what my flight is...then as I progress i make incremental changes to my left hand..stronger to avoid a fade...weeker to avoid a draw. But from this game you played you did better than usual...Claude

[@Kri9419]

Rick, great video. Hard to argue with how well some facets of your game looked, and you mentioned you weren’t even using your primary clubs. Great to see that case of the lefts absent here.

[@charliestackstv6809]

This is the best golf I have seen you play. Hope you keep these on and give them a real chance

[@Milkywaymike]

I've played standard grips, then went up to Jumbo Max JMX UltraLite Small +1/4 for a few months, then switched my irons to the UltraLite XS +3/16 and experimented with my driver which I finally settled with the UltraLite Standard Jumbo +1/8. So far I really like the Standard Jumbo and the XS is good too, but I think next season I am going to switch my irons to the Standard Jumbo. They are a few grams lighter, still plenty thick that I can play without a glove if I want and it is way more comfortable than a typical lampkin. A basic lampkin grip on a new club feels like I'm holding a pencil now compared to my Jumbo Max grips.

[@bluescoins1199]

Am glad you did a video on the larger grips, i changing my over to Mediums when i get the funds together, already been fitted for them, so looking forward to them.

[@josephclites6971]

Maybe I haven't watched as much lately and you're chipping has vastly improved, but I think you chipped phenomenally with those grips!! God on you mate!!

[@EmptyMind307]

Use them Rick. I haven't seen you play with this much enjoyment for a loooong time.

[@brettsiegle9163]

Those conditions were brutal and that was some of the smoothest golf over 9 holes Rick has put together in way nicer conditions!

[@Idle_Koala]

Rick you should look into playing a mixed set of grips. I use larger grips for my irons, and standard grips for my wedges, 3w and driver. It’s a good set up for me so far!

[@ryanharris7295]

Jumbo grip Rick = Creator Classic invite. How could you not use them! Not sure why you’ve got doubts about them when you’ve just played the best we’ve seen in quite some time. Keep em Rick!

[@srdavio]

Rick, you’re actually chipping beautifully! Truly fun watching you having fun.

[@user-ww8ez8ti6u]

I have arthritis developing in my hands and this video has prompted me to consider fitting jumbo grips on my clubs. Thanks Rick

[@bazgreenall5437]

I moved to the jumbo grips after having surgery on my elbow. I was told to do this by my surgeon who was also a golfer. Not only do I no longer have pain in my arms and wrists, but it has improved my game. I think you hit some great shots and your chips where so much better. I think you should really consider keeping the grips. It's strange to start with but you will get used to it and it will give you more confidence.

[@brandongower1441]

I really think we need a break 75 with these grips. The short game was incredible. Come on give the people what they want Rick. Jumbo grips break 75!

[@AJM_81]

Brysons grips?? I was first thinking of Peter Finch!! (Go Finchie) He has been rocking these grips for a while now. Also inspired by Bryson. I believe it helped him reduce/ prevent wrist injuries as well! The way you play with them…, keep them on!!! 💪🏼

[@SodersSTHLM]

I’ve struggled recently with hitting draws and hooks and gave the Jumbomax ultralite size small a try on all my clubs, don’t regret that decision. I’ve never hit so many straight shots ever in my life, I need to admit the driver took a couple of range sessions and some rounds to get used to, but now I love them and will never go back to regular grips❤

[@dennisshumake143]

I have arthritis in my left thumb and these grips made such a difference. I have been using them before Bryson Dechambeau started using them.

[@jpdst29]

What a great video. This is the Rick that we grew to know and love. Upbeat and positive. Keep it up!

[@SortaLikeGolf]

I am impressed most by your ability to not sweat (and make) all the 4 footer putts. I'm so hit and miss on those and it def. costs me pars sometimes.

[@danthemaninfierno]

What camera setting have you got to make it look so big and chunky in the thumbnail? 🤔

[@user-qt7jd1sv8f]

Dear Rick, you smashed it with these grips; great golf with no hooks like previous rounds. No dishonor in keeping them.

[@modelrailwaypoductions]

When you watch this back Rick, take note of how much more positive your short game is with the wide grips, you looked more comfortable and confident!!

[@jasonb4186]

I agree, some of the best golf you have played. A few more rounds with them and you would be dialed.

[@brettboston463]

Funny, I find it much easier to get the club head square at impact, when I first got jumbo max grips I went from drawing everything to push fades, it was because I used to have a slightly open club face at address to reduce my draw. Turned the club face in a bit and tada! Hit them so much more accurately than before! Which is a bonus because I recently switched to jumbo max grips due to wrist problems and they have been the reason I can now play regularly again after 3-4 years of struggle

[@TheStudiomannc]

I had the exact same experience, squared up the face since going to jumbo max grips and have never hit such straight shots!

[@MrCraigNic]

I love my Jumbo Max's! So comfy to play with and improved my game loads, especially my consistency and distance

[@jonnyd_vids]

Really fun video to watch. I think the grips are seriously worth considering after that performance in the wind. I also really enjoyed the shorter, brisk video pacing as it allows me to watch a full video while getting ready for work 👍

[@TheBruceKeller]

I only have a Large/Medium glove size and I play with midsize grips and my forearms feel so much better, I can hit forever. With standard grips no matter how hard I tried to not grip too hard I'd get super tight forearms which ended up leading to cubital tunnel syndrome. I eventually plan on moving to at least Jumbo (or Standard Jumbo is what JumboMax calls it) or XS in JumboMax, but I want to get a little better first... plus the one thing I really dislike about JumboMax is how annoying it can be to put the grips on. You have to absolutely drench everything in solvent to stand a chance.

[@IamAl3ks]

I think it is worth you doing a proper grip fitting with the jumbomax team because they can help you find the correct size AND ideal grip type since they have a few different types of grips with varing masses and tapers. I use the large ultralite grips on my wedges and irons and use the medium straight tech on my driver. i’m an xl glove size. I’d also like to add tghat i’m 19 and don't suffer from any hand/ wrist pains. John Daly agrees that thicker grips improve your game without question so maybe they’re worth investing into.

[@ontheriverpoker]

Best I have seen Rick play, particularly on a VERY tough course in tough wind as well. It’s a no brainer to keep them

[@RMgolf]

Your dispersion with irons was elite level for the conditions you were playing in. The chipping and pitching seemed to be better. Driver eliminated left which is your miss. My advice is try and draw your driver with those grips to hit straighter flights which is a natural feeling for you. You played better golf Rick.

[@jacobmiddleton334]

Your golf game has transformed quite a bit in the last year. Proud of the work you’ve put into your game and it’s be enjoyable to watch.

[@Jus-Too-Smoove]

I put the medium jumbomax on my driver and absolutely love it. It took some getting use to, but now I either hit a straight arrow of a drive, or just a baby draw. I can’t believe Bryson uses the XL grips. I got pretty good sized hands and the medium is way bigger than regular grips

[@BermyBwoy]

I have GolfPride midsize MCC +4 on my irons and Lamkin midsize on the sand wedge. Need to update the driver and wood which are still standard and I absolutely notice an improvement with the slightly larger grips. I wouldn't go to jumbo but midsize should definitely be considered instead of standard. My driver has a Kahli white shaft which is very slim at the grip and I notice the difference compared to my irons. One aspect to be aware of when increasing the size of the grips is the weight. Your swingweight will decrease which will either need to be compensated with more weight added to the head or a slight change in your swing timing. It also explains the increase in swing speed as the club is now 'lighter' as the larger grip changes the counterbalance.

[@JL-ho1tc]

My hands are too big for standard grips.. I used to blister all the time.. Had to wear bandaids and double gloves for 18 holes... I switched to Jumbomax bryson grips and i love them.. My hands feels great, i never blister anymore.. I use the XS, S, and M size grips, and i love all of them.... Everyone needs to try the Jumbomax ultralight brysons...

[@priest_0898]

Got to say i agree with everyone, best golf i have seen you play in a while. You should definitely keep them on. Think I'd be right in saying everyone would love to see you play like that more often. Good work. 👍

[@kyledenhartog3555]

Even if the jumbomax grips aren't for you, this video makes it seem like you'd do well with a few extra tapes on your current grips. Definitely seems to be something to mention the next time you're in for a fitting. Another option that's a bit odd that might make sense is to go to jumbomax smalls or midsize with some extra tapes just to get the ball turning over less on the misses. Could even adjust the tapes slightly for clubs like driver to get it turning over more, but irons and wedges use a few more tapes to get the ball flying straighter and take the mega draw out of play.

[@jmarks2k1]

20:36 "I've held Bryson's..... GRIPS" - followed by a nervous glance and a wry smile.

[@mainzman7239]

It's funny how what Bryson does suddenly draws attention. I fitted jumbo grips to my clubs about 25 years ago. My fingernails dug into the ball of my thumb with standard ones, switching to jumbo was a no brainer. A golf magazine in the UK also ran an article about floating your (golf) balls in salt water at about the same time, nothing new there either. Nothing against Bryson, I admire him greatly for trying different things. Having the same shaft length in all his irons is genius, it takes one variable out of the swing equation. I hope these get you back on your A-game Rick, fingers crossed.

[@spicysausage8805]

Back around 2008 I went to the fitter to have bigger grips put on just because coming from baseball the clubs felt like toothpicks in my hands. You wouldn’t believe the fitters attitude. He acted like I was insane for even considering it. Funny how people act when you try to think out of the box.

[@chase_hanna]

I've been using midsized reduced taper grips for years now. My main miss is typically turning over the ball too much, hook. I wear a medium/large glove and my favorite reduce taper grip is the MCC +4. The larger and reduce taper grips do help keep my long shots straight, especially with longer clubs.

[@drknudy]

Hey Rick! I am switching from hitting a draw for years back to a fade, which is my natural shot shape. One of the hardest parts of the transition is committing to aiming to the left side and trusting the fade, but it is really just as simple as that. You did not miss left once in the video and have completely eliminated the left side. Play the fade and change your setup/aim to accommodate the ball flight.

[@pedroc.7922]

I’m glad he got fitted. I’d love to see him try the ultralight version which don’t make your club feel heavier. I play the str8 tech, which I love and I can’t see myself going back to regular grips. I do think it’s harder for people who are more traditional (or have been playing for a long time) to give non-traditional things a proper chance.

[@bubbaburgess2823]

Great video. I have used these since 2011, and you are right. I struggle with a slice /fade, but I have learned how to use my tempo to straighten it out.i have the large first used medium. The biggest help is with my wedges by far

[@Vibesongolf]

"OH I've hurt my wrist a bit there" had me effin dying!!!!

[@jlnew10]

Best I've seen Rick play in a while. Suddenly he's a world class chipper and pitcher !!

[@robgiblin4404]

When I first started playing in 1972. Grips were leather wraps. I had 3 papers underneath. All through through my golfing life, I've used the same grips. I re-grip my own clubs. Alas no longer leather grips. But golf pride jumbo wraps.

[@stewartmcphail6856]

Rick I've been watching you for years and that is the best I've seen you hit the ball in a while. Your short game was the best I've seen maybe ever. I think you should really give these grips a honest chance. Loved watching you play a clean round of golf. Congratulations 👏 👏

[@zakseipel9494]

I used to play with these but switched to Jumbo GP velvet grips. One thing I can say is that a bigger grip on wedges is a game changer for control. I built my new set with +4 wraps under the new grips and it’s been working perfectly. Grips matter. Keep playing these!

[@FromAnightmare]

Just ordered. 😂. Never seen Rick play so consistent in months.

[@MRbjr8]

The shot with the teed up 4 iron, you has a picture perfect Arnie Palmer follow through, you got it all Rick!

[@johndermenof1703]

I play the medium jumbo max grips, everything is way tighter dispersion. My drives I can go hard at because I know it going straight-takes the hands out. I just put a 100grams on the grip (counter balance). Bryson, Jessie James and Martin Borgmeier have 123 grams and Retief Goosen has 80 grams. I love this weight and it helps me have more control in the handle. I can swing at 100 percent and have more control with the weight. I heard Jack Nicklaus had counter balance weight in the handle as well, but don't know how much weight. I've had he weight for two months and it's great! Next, I would love to try 50 grams counter balance in my irons.

[@kevinhelton734]

The thing about the jumbo grips is that they are different feeling out of the gate. It takes a few rounds to get fully adjusted to them. I was using the medium and found them a little small. I seem to fall kind of between medium and large. Decided to go to large and the wedges, irons, and fairway woods are laser straight. Have a little fade on the driver but I'm unbelievably happy with the results. Give them a few rounds to adjust to and I'd bet you keep playing with them. Once you adjust you won't want to go back.

[@NateEdwardsGolf]

I switched over recently to the left handed grip just to give the right a rest

[@philscott3982]

I'm surprised that Rick said that the grips weren't for him. I thought he played some great golf, and as you get used to using them, that will only improve. I was very impressed with Ricks chipping while using the grips, we all know it's not his strong point, but with the thicker grips he hit some great chips, especially as they were off tight links turf! I'm thinking of giving these a go, I suffer from golfers elbow in my left arm, and I'm hoping the thicker grip will help.

[@gregmurphygolf]

There is a natural tension release in the forearms, just holding a larger diameter golf grip. I would seriously consider using Jumbo Grips. I am using oversized Winn Drytac 2 grips now and they are a considerable improvement over regular grips.

[@marklockwood2693]

I love my jumbo grips changed mine as I had a two way miss, a few lessons from a pro and I was enjoying my golf so much more! Even changed my putter grip to a evnroll gravity to get the same feel

[@F5BOTD]

It's a pleasure to see you playing some good golf as of late. Well done Rick

[@danielgreene6480]

Imagine just one month practice and just 1 round per week on the course what Rick could do. I have subscribed for years and I agree with many commentators here that Rick looked relaxed even though he was semi negative in his expectations. If you have watched through the years, you have seen Rick hit some great shots. You have also seen a tendency to draw or hook the ball into crazy hazards and his score get high. Rick could just play that more consistent fade with these grips and his scores would go down, his attitude would stay higher, and the break 75 series would become much more successful. Great job in crazy conditions

[@matthewluetchford1111]

Rick I have to agree with some of the previous comments, I think you hit some amazing golf shots with those grips. I'd love to see a break 75 using these grips 😉.

[@crazygoldcoastdrivers6895]

Thankyou for doing it right and getting them fitted. I've had the small and xs put on my clubs....best thing I ever did...give them time you will love them to

[@mikeowusu1121]

As a natural fader , I think these clubs are great for you. But that’s only IF your trying to play the cut from now on. To do so you have to change how you see the ball shape and change your starting line . Which could be difficult since you are a natural drawer. Especially off the tee. Once you do , you’ll be scoring. Good luck. You missing right is a lot better then missing miles left imo. Enjoy you seem more at ease.

[@CraigMac_22]

Best golf I've seen you play. These grips must stay

[@16pennynails]

The large grips were a distraction for Rick, brought in a whole new thought process over each shot. And it worked too. Maybe the most improvement was in chipping/pitching! That's the happiest I've seen Rick play golf in a while...we're those the P7cb's or an older set of irons regripped?

[@jacktrayes5157]

This is the most consistent golf I’ve seen you play. No lefts, and the short game improved. If it was me I’d be trying those grips for a little longer. Especially if it’s taking out your “bad” miss