Which putting grip should YOU use? Change your game FOREVER!

[@RickShielsPGA]

What putting grip style do you use?

[@julia-6195]

My Odyssey Tank Versa came with a long grip. Split hand grip. Left hand at the top, right hand at the bottom of the grip. Stopped the putting yips.

[@spotcatsteve3752]

The same one that got me there. Why change?

[@terrancemcdonald1572]

Standard ... feels the best for me and I've had the most success with it

[@sarahtucker2738]

Trying out the standard with a wrist lock grip. So far so good. Good compromise

[@robindavey5728]

Suffered with the yips on short putts for many years and have tried everything including armlock and wristlock. I always end up going back to the saw/claw style. I always thought reverse claw was right hand on top and left hand below the right but in a claw style (for a right handed golfer) and didn't realise the Tommy Fleetwood grip is the reverse claw.

[@davexilly]

I lie down and use the butt of the grip as a snooker queue. So much better than actual putting. Next level.

[@daveystreb9042]

Just keep a pool cue in the bag🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@davexilly]

@@daveystreb9042 I'm a game changer not a rule breaker!

[@daveystreb9042]

@@davexilly I'm a better pool player than I am a golfer and I think we should bring this up to the usga🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@vaporshaze2117]

But is it legal in tournament play?

[@danieldalton7923]

I’ve pulled that off in mini golf a couple times gotta try it in the course 😂

[@watfordbros5440]

I don’t know why but I love having one finger on the shaft - just gives me more control

[@codydavis3698]

That’s what she said

[@kmeye10]

ME TOO

[@jackblendell5732]

Same

[@iancbinns1]

@@codydavis3698 thank you!!!

[@watfordbros5440]

@@codydavis3698 fair enough mate

[@johnengledow9416]

Been using the reverse grip for about 5 years. As Rick says it does feel different when you start using it, but I would recommend it if you’re struggling.

[@1Zeus1]

Hey Rick. I came across your channel a few weeks ago since I recently started playing and I have to say, I really enjoy your videos. Everything that I have learned from just watching is so valuable and I just wanted to say thank you! Best golf channel right here🔥

[@scottjones2531]

Great timing Rick! I just switched to the prayer grip from standard. Like you mentioned, it keeps the shoulders level, and I feel like the putter swings more freely. I've been delivering more energy to the ball with less effort, which is great because I tend to leave putts short. I was starting to get very mechanical and technical. Prayer grip just lets me roll it!

[@petergeorge1850]

I recently re-gripped my old Odyssey Two ball putter with an Odyssey jumbo grip and have instinctively moved to the prayer grip which is working really well. I much prefer the feel of it over the standard grip

[@12pking]

I got the same club but never tried anyother club. costs £300 though! And I seem to be hitting the cup every time surprisingly but then again I am 6ft 5"

[@thejesusdied4u86]

I despise my Odyssey Two Ball. Can't stand it.

[@gillyarchtop]

What’s the prayer grip like on long putts? It looks like it would be accurate for short putts but I kinda feel that it wouldn’t be as good to get enough power for the ball to reach a 60 foot putt with any accuracy or relative proximity. Thoughts?

[@natecoozy208]

I just started the claw this year and I really like it. I've holed a lot of 5-10 foot puts that I normally would miss.

[@martinhamilton9378]

My playing partner did this too and he used to miss 80% of 5 footers and now holes circa 80% of 5 footers. Definitely worth considering

[@natecoozy208]

@@martinhamilton9378 it’s especially helped me in the 3ft - just out of a gimme range. I almost never miss those lately 🤞it continues lol

[@S73VO]

It would be great to see a review on different grip styles, different thicknesses and weights etc and how they effect the performance of a putter. Particularly jumbo, flatso, traditional etc

[@richardmiller3385]

It's crazy, I have watched several of your videos and each one has really helped me. Been playing for 3 years now and tried Reverse Standard Grip and it feels so natural! Thank you!

[@kklleeccuunn]

Recently had a SuperStroke Traxion Tour 5.0 grip put on my TaylorMade Spider putter. Honestly the best £30 I’ve spent on my golf game! Having more contact with the putter handle on my right palm has drastically improved my stroke stability

[@PierceAJ]

Reverse Claw Grip. When I first got into Golf a little more seriously, I was constantly watching Fleetwood because of his Iron game. I noticed the unorthodox putting grip and tried it out for a season. I noticed that I have a lot more control and I'm sinking so many more putts now using this grip style and haven't looked back since.

[@vegasbhoy6686]

Never changed the actual putting technique BUT as I was struggling with my putting I changed the actual PUTTER a lot then I discovered the fat grips and it drastically improved my putting, very very rarely 3 putt now, total game changer 👍

[@matthewbloor9694]

I've just taken up golf for 1st time at 45 years old been told about you you tube channel watched alot of your videos find them very informative thanks

[@robertmccabe8475]

I actually use the same grip I use with all of my clubs. I am 67 years young and have been golfing since my early teens. I use the old style Moe Norman base ball grip, I have exceptional large hands and it works well for me. Cheers Bob McCabe

[@Trust_Rage]

Hey there Mr Rick... I know it's a slim chance u read this but I just wanted to thank you for your videos... You got me back into playing after offer 18 years .. you really saved a life

[@gigatron2008]

I started using this new grip I made up this year and it’s a game changer. #8 the two finger RH. Place your left hand middle finger on one side of the grip, ring finger on the right side of the grip. Your two fingers look like a claw. Wrap right hand around your left with your two left fingers gripping the front and back of the grip below your right hand. Small pencil grip works best. I can freaking feel everything. It’s amazing for short medium range putts.

[@dj5708]

Thank you Rick! Never seen a video go through so many different types of putting grips all in one video. I could try all of them one after the other. I'm with you, the prayer grip feel week in the hands but i can feel nothing working independently. The two versions of the claw were great as well. I was doing one wrong until I watched your video. Much better now. Cheers

[@lillithara5120]

I have had a very unconventional putting grip for almost 20 years now. Its pretty close to the traditional putter grip but with my right-hand I run the grip through my index finger and middle finger. Then i curl my index finger on my right-hand on the top of my grip to cause the flat of the grip to match with the flat of my index finger. It helped me a lot with keeping the face square through contact.

[@TrueRezz]

i started with standard grip and noticed you use the claw grip in a lot of your videos so i tried it out the other day and made some of the best putts of my life. thanks coach rick

[@KSwift94]

I used to be a standard gripper but I couldn’t sink anything, not even 2 footers, too flicky. Changed to trying the claw grip that actually worked into a reverse claw grip. Which is the exact grip I’ve been using for the last year, I love it. A lot more stable and control within close proximity of the hole, holds its line for me very well, anything long I go back to standard grip to get it close for a two put. Reverse claw is what works for me! ☺️

[@robandjunewalker3812]

I have started using the reverse grip! Takes time to work! But does seem to keep your right hand straight at the hole.👍

[@ronnievitulli6991]

Just started playing golf and you videos are really helping out! Thank you

[@peyton_Goodwin]

Thank you for this video! I have been trying to figure out a putting style that works good for me.

[@eltonirusen8762]

Awesome tutorial, I use the standard grip! It feels natural. I’ve never tried other grips! Probably worth a reassessment to improve my short game. Thanks for the advice Rick!

[@anthonyreynolds951]

Hey Rick i've just got back in to playing after the better part of a decade away from the game and i am finding that the claw grip is giving me greater control with my putter and less twisting of the putter face. Thanks for all the great content

[@superstu2000]

I experimented with the reverse grip which initially I liked but over time I realised my putting scores were getting worse and worse. Bought a chipper which I love, and was using standard grip with that. Now I've switched back to standard grip for my putter as well and my putting scores have got much better. Will stick with standard for now - oh, and with my index finger on my RH down the side for a little more stability.

[@TheModernrenaissance]

I was literally just thinking about changing up my putter grip and I was going to look for a video on different grips. Thanks!

[@Kana16]

ahhhh thank you for this video. I struggle [a lot] with putting (3-putts!!!). i use standard grip right now and have trouble keeping it level. will be trying some of these!

[@jasonb5613]

I’m currently using the claw. Definitely tried them all except the broom. My sons and I were having this conversation on the course this past weekend. My youngest was trying the prayer grip. Great video

[@nwsausuke1]

I refer to the reverse claw as the pencil claw grip, because I feel like if I replaced the putter with a fat pencil, I'd be able to steadily write even without wrapping my fingers all the way around. It restocked my confidence putting to the point where I can go back to the original standard grip but keep the stability in my stroked that i gained from using the pencil claw grip.

[@biagiocozza8875]

Great video Rick I’ve had the traditional style grip for a long time, recently I’ve been experimenting with a right hand low, with very little grip on the putter, has been working fantastically.

[@UraniumAtom]

I use basically a standard grip with both forefingers running down the handle. Very stable, good for both long and short puts and I find it very easy to control. I also have a large grip as then all my fingers are on the handle and not overlapped on my hands which I found reduces stability.

[@jamesallen9448]

I use standard with a very open stance. This lets me rotate my body to putt instead of using my arms. I find it works well for me.

[@torsteboy]

I love the Claw grip. I believe I saw it on your channel and it happens to suit my game the best!

[@allaboutthegyro]

I am a recent Claw convert and I am enjoying the fluid stroke through contact.

[@iamalexdean]

Been golfing just this year. Did the prayer grip because I saw the thumbnail. Sunk a 40 foot putt today. No joke. Great Video

[@neilhiscutt8796]

Grip No1 has changed my game, noticed Lee Westwood puts the index finger down the shaft, it's brilliant, I've turned 3 puts into 1 & 2's.

[@craoutdoors6827]

great video guys, love all your content but as a new golfer only been playing in the last 12 months your coaching videos are my favourite. cheers think i will have to try every putting grip now😂

[@r.frederick4775]

never had a putting lesson so wouldn't know which one feels best. With our different hand shapes, I'd be intrigued to find out. thanks for the video Rick.

[@texasgreg]

Rick, enjoyed the putting grip review. I have one more for you to look up and review: Paul Runyon. A short hitter, Paul developed his short game, including putting, to a high enough level that he was able to win 29 PGA tournaments including two PGA Championships. As best as I can describe it, it is the standard grip with the palms rolled under. It was his feeling that rolling the palms of both hands under the club took wrist flex out of the putting stroke.

[@krispipermel]

i use the claw grip ,after watching you ,so true about lacks power on longer putts ,great on the shorter putts,

[@stevecrisp2582]

Traditional grip. Ping anser 2 Putter. Ive tried a few bigger grips and newer putters but I think the classic that has worked for decades still works for me. A lot of people just over complicate putting.

[@craoutdoors6827]

I m new to the game and I spend most my time fatting the irons and slicing me woods. But I do seem to be but more natural with putting I seem to read the greens quite well. But tbh I have no.idea how to hold the putter so this video is so useful for me . Cheers Rick

[@rng72]

Great Video! I like the pros and cons. Nice objective obeservations.

[@cheaprentals]

Great overview of 7 very unique putter gripping styles. You da man Rick!

[@denniscaruana2101]

Thanks for that I’ve given the standard grip but with the index fingers down the grip feels so much better

[@andrewpower6476]

i use the claw grip and it’s unreal and has made my putting so consistent

[@jeffyeah4256]

no way, u need more grip control on da shaft

[@jakewilson24]

I found the reverse grip to drastically improve my line. When I put it through the ringer, I noticed I was dropping even more putts than I typically do from 8 feet in. However I found once I got outside of say 12-15 feet that my lag putting dropped off substantially. And maybe it’s one of those things where practice will help establish pace, but I found my ability to two putt dropped off significantly

[@jlimphoto]

This is me exactly! So I’ve been doing reverse grip in short putts and regular on anything longer than 6 ft or so.

[@mikedunn7038]

Currently using the MidLock Evnroll and enjoying it so far.

[@freshturns_snowboarding]

I have a fairly long 36" putter, it's a Wilson with the stock grip (kind of a fat cone with a flat front) and it's perfect for me. I choke down to the bottom of the grip with my left hand and position the rest of the grip against my left forearm. Right hand goes below left, actually on the metal shaft, but it's only there to guide my shoulders and chest. All the aiming and stability is in the left hand and arm. Changed my game big time

[@jeffcorder372]

Love the video. I am a standard grip but like you have tried most over 40 years. Where I end up tinkering and causing issues is stance. I was taught the Nicklaus open stance but at times I get a push to the right going. Thoughts on stance for putting would be interesting. Sorry if off topic or you covered before. Cheers from Tampa!

[@tylerwilliams5164]

I actually putt left-handed (when I hit every other club right-handed) and I have the most control with a reverse grip, so I essentially use the same grip for every club…I definitely surprise people when I pull out my putter lol.

[@rosestewart9397]

I have met a few people who putt left handed but play right handed or vice versa, it does make people stop and look

[@charliepastrami2813]

My brother plays hockey left handed but plays golf right handed so strange

[@karituominen8593]

I got the standard with my right index finger pointing down, just feels the most natural to me 😄

[@vegastjg]

I'm glad you put up 3 fingers when you said three I had no idea what you were talking about :)

[@joshuamcdonald6405]

Thanks for all these videos Rick🤘

[@tadgray9114]

Broom handle with a standard length putter works miracles for me. allowed me to engage the muscles in my top arm more for better stability.

[@Martin_GT40]

Standard grip user here. My putting improved significantly when I started setting the grip in the palm of my hand and less in the fingers.

[@firstnamelastname6038]

Really helpful, thanks for the upload👍

[@josh6729]

Best content on KZbin by far!! Thanks so much 👌

[@ricksmith5230]

Thanks for the help I am a two putter going to give it a try 👍

[@johnspringer568]

I use three grips because of the power needed to deliver the length of the putt versus the accuracy needed. Putts over 60 feet - standard grip (right hand low). Putts between 15-60 feet - left hand low. Finally, putts of 15 feet or less - opposing hands. The more power needed results in less accuracy, the less needed results in more accuracy. Works for me. I use a face balanced/center shafted mallet putter with a straight through swing.

[@timdanks2186]

I have played the reverse grip for over 35 years. I 'invented' it, because when I started playing golf I found my right hand dominated my putting stroke and I would flick at the ball. Having an old style blade putter I experimented putting left handed and found that having my left hand low took my hands out of my putting stroke and was much smoother and more consistent. I contemplated putting a LH putter in my bag, but then discovered I could have the same effect if I putted with a left handers grip with a right handed putter. It was quite a talking point when I started because no-one had seen it before, and no professionals in the pro tours used it. So it was strange to slowly watch touring pros taking up 'my' putter grip. After thirty five years it feels completely natural, and if I ever take a standard grip on a putter it feels really strange.

[@OnlyPars76]

Love your videos man, I just picked up golfing again after winning a captains choice tournament this past weekend. I been watching your videos religiously and had to subscribe lol. I also watched videos on your cobra reviews bc that’s what I’ve always used and I plan to snag a set of the cobra king tour irons this Friday, can’t wait to replace my 10 year old S3 max’s

[@markreider9663]

I use a little twist on the standard grip that I’ve been doing for 50 years. While I do extend my left index finger down the shaft, I also overlap my right pinkie finger on top of my middle finger on my left hand. It just feels more like my normal overlap grip that I use for full shots, and my hands feel more together. Not sure anyone else does it this way…but it has worked for me.

[@gustavnordlinder3347]

would love a video on grips on maybe iron or driver! Just changed my grips and would love your opinion on what type of grip to use.

[@b1uelobster18]

I use the reverse grip. Took about a year to get my feel for distance back from standard. I will never go back, it's made me much more confident over puts. 8 hcp, digger.

[@h.l.4723]

Started standard, felt twitchy. Went to claw and loved it but didn't feel good on the longer putts as Rick mentioned. Now I'm left hand low and liking it. I might start to incorporate the claw grip to my shorter putts

[@christophersimons6560]

I use reverse with index fingers out. I have found it gives me much better control with the face, as well as my swing path

[@darrenduhe3090]

I use the standard with the index finger extended down the grip. Been putting this way for 30 years, works for me

[@oddf182]

First time I picked up the putter, I used the reverse grip. However I have only started playing golf and am interested to try all types out

[@steverosenbaum5]

Switched from regular to reverse claw at the end of last season. I’ve made major strides with putting. Thought process is that dominant hand pushes/slides toward target. I more consistently hit my line.

[@craigsummerville8823]

My style over the years has migrated to a modified standard grip with both thumbs on the front flat of the grip and both index fingers down the sides of the grip. It’s odd I’m sure (I’ve never seen anyone else putt like this) but it feels the most comfortable and stable to me. I’ve always used a center shafted putter because my stroke is more pendulum style, straight back and straight forward. I have 2 putters, a Taylormade Spider Tour Red and a Ben Hogan by Bettinardi BHB12 HK (The Hawk). Both are fitted with the Taylormade branded Super Stroke PistolGTR 1.0 grip.

[@rosestewart9397]

That's how I was taught to grip the putter, it seems strange to do anything else

[@chrisbonner5944]

Was struggling with speed control with a thin putter grip and standard hand grip. Played today with a SuperStroke Zenergy Tour and prayer grip. No 3 puts and sunk a few birdies. Tomorrow it will fall apart but it felt good today for $30!

[@henryschumann442]

About 25 years ago I switched to claw grip and was wildly more successful than I had ever been before because I would no longer break my wrists on the short ones. 3 months ago I got into the worse putting slump I’ve had since going to the claw and switched back to a more std grip and grip way down so I’m more hunched over. The hole just looks a little bigger when my head is closer to the ground. Not enough rounds to know if I will get out of my slump, but my psyche is better right now.

[@jamesbradt7186]

I have been using the reverse claw with good results on putts from 10 feet to the hole for a year now. For longer putt’s the ball seems to come up short of the hole by 2 - 3 feet but am still able to sink the putt because I feel very comfortable using the reverse claw.

[@ballforegolf]

I am a standard grip guy. I did find some success with the reverse grip.

[@DaveENC]

Excellent demonstration, Thanks, Rick. I'm waiting for someone to show up with the "double claw" one day.

[@BRMCaptChaos]

I love the simplicity of Tommy Fleetwood's style - on the competition you had with him, its excellent for detail

[@bradackerman3662]

I currently pay standard but am going to try the claw soon. Need to find time to practice.

[@sn8546]

Only today was I look at changing my grip came across one called Pjm Kotahi. It’s moves you into palms up position. Might start seeing how they go? Or maybe I could wait and see how you go with one. Cheers for top content, keep it coming.

[@MrWizardvoice]

Putting used to be quite the chore where if I was more than 30 feet out it felt like an automatic 3 putt. I bought a new odyssey mallet with the fat super stroke grip and switched to a choked up prayer style. My putts are now more accurate and my speed is more consistent. I went from a 10 to a 5 handicap within 2 years.

[@mjhwouters]

I use a claw-type grip, but with my right hand on top as a right handed golfer. distance control is great, but on short putts i struggle. I might try the normal claw or the Fleetwood-claw for a change

[@leyleyboi3665]

Great video Rick! Just got 1st place in a competition with my dad. Really enjoying the tips and vids in general🔥⛳️❤️

[@airgus76]

I remember around 15 years ago seeing Chris Dimarco using the claw grip for the first time. I used to have twitchy hands using a standard grip so I switched to the claw grip and it was a game changer! What was funny is back then people would look at me weird when I putted that way... now it's almost common.

[@mikekelley7009]

I use the prayer grip myself… putt and pray seem to go together well!

[@chrisbirch9383]

I am right handed but recently brought a left handed putter as it just works for me, plays with my head but works.

[@agents001]

You should have thrown in the side saddle putting technique. I’ve tried it before and although I don’t use it regularly, it was great on the short to medium puts!!

[@garykazanjian824]

Rick, great video. I plan to try one of the variations you show tomorrow. For years I have been plagued by pulling my putts left. Any suggestions on what causes that?

[@goofygolfer56]

I use the good ole standard grip and have for 40 years. It seems to work real well for me when I read the green properly.

[@jamespfirsch2878]

IU standard and I also provide for an 18 degrees of angle between the ball and my backstroke which makes judging the direction of the ball a little bit easier

[@ob1slam]

When I had a Ping Anser, I used the standard grip but since I got my Scottt Cameron, which has a much thinner grip, I started using the pencil grip lol.

[@davidwhittington9498]

Two thumb together got to be been using the same grip for over 10 years . It just feels the best for me

[@jaw1180]

I went left hand low 30 years ago, can't put at all the other way now. Use the left hand low on short chips also! Try it it works!

[@johnbychok3339]

I was hoping you would make a video like this!!!!!

[@DJ33]

All about the options, well done.

[@terrelldrewek9879]

Big fan of the Reverse Claw. I armlock the back arm, exaggerate the bent wrist, and tuck the front arm to the body.

[@Kiles234]

After watching this video I think I’m going to try the prayer grip, thanks man 🙏👍

[@crazybeebob]

Thanks for the content. I'll try some out on the putting green. Maybe I'll change after this. Maybe create a poll for this?

[@joeyswaney8497]

I have dabbled in the claw grip off and on for 10 years. I mostly go with the standard.