Okay, here’s my take on sharing my experience with the Ernie Els golf grip, blog-style.
Hey everyone! Figured I’d share my recent deep-dive into the Ernie Els golf grip. I’ve been messing around with my grip for ages, trying to find something that just clicks, you know? So, after watching a bunch of Ernie videos and reading some articles, I decided to give his grip a shot.
First thing I did was ditch my usual grip. I was doing a slightly strong grip, and wanted something a bit more neutral like Ernie.
The Setup:
- Got myself in front of a mirror.
- Took my normal stance, relaxed.
- Started with the left hand (I’m a righty). Made sure I could see two knuckles. That’s key for the neutral position.
Then, the right hand. This is where things got interesting. Ernie uses an interlocking grip, but not a super deep one. My pinky kinda just rests between my index and middle finger of my left hand. It felt weird at first, I ain’t gonna lie. Like I wasn’t really holding onto the club.
The Feel:
Spent a good hour just waggling the club in my living room. My wife thought I was nuts, but hey, gotta put in the work! The biggest change was the feel of my wrists. With my old grip, I felt like I was forcing the club. This felt way more natural, allowing my wrists to hinge and release.
Hitting the Range:
Took it to the range the next day. First few shots were… rough. I was all over the place. Sliced one into the next fairway, almost took out a guy in the parking lot (sorry, dude!). But I stuck with it. Concentrated on keeping that neutral left hand and letting my right hand just support the club.
After about 50 balls, something started to happen. I started hitting it straighter. My contact was feeling cleaner. The ball flight was higher, which I actually liked.
The Results (so far):
It’s still early days, but I’m seeing some real potential with this grip.
- My drives are straighter. Used to fight a slice.
- My irons are more consistent.
- My hands don’t feel as tense at the end of a round.
Things I’m still working on:
- Getting used to the feel of the right hand. It still feels a little loose sometimes.
- Controlling the height of my shots. The higher ball flight is great, but I need to learn to dial it back when the wind is up.
Final Thoughts:
Trying new grips is always a gamble, but I’m glad I gave the Ernie Els grip a shot. It might not be for everyone, but if you’re struggling with your grip, it’s definitely worth experimenting with. I am no teaching pro, just sharing my experiences. Go check YouTube and whatnot to see what else you can learn!
I’ll keep you guys updated on my progress. Maybe in a month I’ll be back here saying it was a total disaster, haha! But for now, I’m feeling optimistic.
