Best golf grips for sweaty hands and humid weather

If your hands sweat or you play in humidity, a slick grip is more than an annoyance. You end up squeezing to keep the club from twisting, and that tension leaks into your swing. The fix is choosing a grip built to shed moisture instead of trap it.

What to look for

• Cord: brushed cotton fibers woven into the surface bite into your hands and wick moisture away. Cord is the single most reliable answer to sweaty hands and wet weather.
• Hybrid:cord in the upper hand with softer rubber below. You get most of cord's security with a more comfortable lower hand. The Golf Pride MCC is the best-known example.
• Aggressive surface texture: if you prefer all-rubber, look for a deep, grippy texture pattern rather than a smooth, tacky finish that goes slick when wet.

What to avoid

Smooth, soft, tacky rubber feels great in the pro shop and lets you down in the heat. Tack relies on a dry surface, so the moment your palms are damp it slides. Those grips suit dry climates and light sweaters, not the problem this page is about.

Size and pressure help too

Do not go too thin. A grip that is slightly too small encourages a tighter hold, which is the last thing sweaty hands need. Fitting the correct size, sometimes with a touch of build-up, lets you hold on with lighter pressure. Combined with a cord or hybrid surface, that is what keeps the club secure when your hands are wet.

Keep them working

Even the best grip loses traction as oils and sweat build up. Wash your grips with warm water, mild soap, and a soft brush every few weeks in the season, and carry a dry towel to wipe the grip and your hands between shots. A glove designed for wet conditions is worth having on the days it really matters.

For how the materials compare in full, see cord vs rubber vs hybrid. To get specific models matched to your hands and climate, take the fitting below.