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Comparing Golf Pride Grips (Which Model Is Right for You?)
If you’ve played golf for a while, chances are you’ve had a Golf Pride grip on your clubs at some point. Golf Pride makes a ton of different grips which is both a good and bad thing. Sometimes when a brand offers this many options, it can get overwhelming. So we broke it down for you with a look at the most popular Golf Pride grips and who should (and shouldn’t) be using each one.
Tour Velvet Series
The Tour Velvet series is Golf Pride’s most widely played line of grips. It is made with a uniform rubber compound that offers a secure feel without being overly firm. Tour Velvet grips have a traditional shape but are offered in a variety of styles.
Tour Velvet: The standard Tour Velvet offers reliable all-weather traction and a uniform surface texture.
Tour Velvet 360: A logo-free version.
Tour Velvet Plus4: Features a larger lower-hand diameter to reduce tension and simulate four extra wraps of tape.
Tour Velvet ALIGN (and ALIGN Tack): Adds a raised ridge on the back to help with consistent hand placement and clubface alignment.
Tour Velvet Cord: Full-cord version for maximum traction and control.
Tour Velvet Lite: A lightweight version of the standard Tour Velvet designed to reduce overall club weight.
Tour Velvet Soft (and Soft Tack): A softer version of the classic design with enhanced tackiness.
Who should buy
Golfers who want a classic, proven grip that works in all conditions
Players looking for a balanced feel, not too soft, not too firm
Suitable for nearly all skill levels and swing types
Who should skip
Golfers who want maximum softness for shock absorption
Players who prefer ultra-firm, heavily textured grips with full cord
MCC Series
The MCC (MultiCompound) series is Golf Pride’s best-selling hybrid grip line. These grips blend a firm corded upper section with a soft rubber lower section. The MCC style grip allows you to maintain control with the lead hand while the lower hand provides feel and comfort.
MCC grips are especially popular among better players because it’s the perfect middle ground between a cord grip and a traditional softer rubber grip.
MCC: The original half-cord grip combining a corded upper hand with a softer rubber lower half. MCC ALIGN: Same hybrid construction as the MCC but with a raised ridge along the back. MCC Plus4: Features a larger lower-hand diameter. MCC Plus4 ALIGN: Combines the larger lower hand of the Plus4 with ALIGN technology. MCC ALIGN MAX: Incorporates a larger and more pronounced ALIGN ridge for golfers who want even stronger tactile feedback. MCC Plus4 ALIGN MAX: Both a thicker lower hand and the more pronounced ALIGN MAX ridge.
Who should buy
Golfers who want a blend of control (cord) and comfort (rubber)
Those who play in varied weather
Who should skip
Golfers with very sensitive hands or who dislike any cord texture
Players who want a full rubber feel like CP2 or CPX
CP2 Series
The CP2 series is designed for golfers who want comfort and shock absorption. It has a soft rubber compound and an internal Control Core stabilizer to reduce torque. The lower hand is slightly larger than standard.
CP2 Pro: A soft, tacky all-rubber grip with a traditional texture for maximum comfort and reduced torque.
CP2 Wrap: Features the same soft rubber and Control Core as the CP2 Pro but with a wrap-style texture for a more classic look and added tackiness.
Who should buy
Golfers who want maximum comfort and shock absorption
Players with hand pain, arthritis or grip pressure issues
Who should skip
Golfers who want more control or responsiveness at impact
High-swing-speed players concerned about long-term durability
ZGRIP Series
The ZGRIP series is Golf Pride’s firmest grip. It’s made with a full-cord construction and a distinctive Z-shaped texture pattern. ZGRIP grips are ideal for players who demand shot feedback and aren’t afraid of a firmer, more abrasive feel.
ZGRIP Cord: Golf Pride’s firmest full-cord grip with aggressive texture and maximum feedback.
ZGRIP Cord ALIGN: Same performance and cord texture as the ZGRIP Cord, with a raised ALIGN ridge.
ZGRIP Plus2: An all-rubber version with a larger lower hand profile.
Who should buy
Golfers who want maximum control and firm, responsive feedback
Players with fast swing speeds who need stability under pressure
Who should skip
Players who prefer soft, cushioned or more forgiving grips
Golfers with sensitive hands or those playing without gloves
Additional options
In addition to the main series of grips above, there are additional options from Golf Pride that don’t have a full series. These include:
CPX: A soft, textured grip with a Plus4 profile and raised diamond pattern for maximum comfort and light grip pressure. Tour Wrap: A tacky, wrap-style grip with a smooth, high-gloss surface with a classic look. V55 Cord: With a modern Tour Velvet feel and a retro Victory look, the V55 blends classic design with reliable performance for the better player.Golf Pride grip pricing
One great thing about the different grips that Golf Pride offers is that they are not all in the same price range. If you want to watch your budget, this table will give you a general idea as to which grips are best for you.
| Price Tier | Grip Models |
|---|---|
| High-Priced (>$12) | MCC ALIGN, MCC Plus4 ALIGN, ZGRIP ALIGN, Tour Velvet ALIGN |
| Mid-Priced ($8–$12) | MCC, MCC Plus4, CP2 Pro, CP2 Wrap, CPX, ZGRIP Cord, Tour Wrap 2G |
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