Common Golf Club Repair Mistakes Golfers Make | Michiana Club Repair

Golf club repair can extend the life of your equipment and improve performance — but only if it’s done correctly. Unfortunately, many golfers unknowingly make mistakes that cost them money, consistency, or even permanently damage their clubs.

Here are some of the most common golf club repair mistakes and how to avoid them.

1. Waiting Too Long to Regrip

Playing with worn, slick grips leads to:

• Excessive grip pressure

• Loss of control

• Inconsistent ball striking

  
  

Many golfers wait until grips are completely smooth, but by then performance has already suffered.

2. Assuming “Standard” Fits Everyone

Standard grips, shafts, and lie angles are designed for mass production, not individual golfers. Assuming standard equipment fits your hands and swing often leads to swing

compensation and inconsistency. This is why it is so important to get properly fit for your clubs by a PGA Professional.

3. Improper DIY Regripping

DIY regripping mistakes often include:

• Damaging graphite shafts

• Uneven tape buildup

• Crooked grip alignment

• Grip not put all the way on the shaft

Professional tools and techniques matter more than most golfers realize.

4. Ignoring Loft & Lie Angles

Incorrect loft and lie angles can cause:

• Toe or heel strikes

• Pushes or pulls

• Poor turf interaction

These issues are often blamed on swing flaws when equipment is the real culprit.

5. Mixing Grip Styles Without Thought

Changing grip texture, firmness, or taper without consistency across the set can disrupt feel and timing.

6. Shortening Or Lengthening Clubs Without Help

There are times when shortening or lengthening a club is necessary. Ideally, this is done when the clubs are manufactured so the clubs arrived at the proper flex and swing weight. Shortening or lengthening a club after it is manufactured can dramatically affect swing weight and shaft flex, which can have negative effects on your game if the change is too drastic. This is why any length change should be small and professionally done so you can be sure that these measurements are correct!

Final Thoughts On Golf Club Repair Mistakes

Golf club repair should help your game — not work against it. Avoiding these common mistakes ensures your equipment supports your swing properly.

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