Golf Pride has introduced a new CP grip designed to keep a golfer’s hands relaxed through a combination of soft materials, targeted traction and reduced taper.
The model joins the company’s established CP collection and will be offered in standard and midsize sizes. The standard version goes on sale globally on 4 August with the midsize option following soon after through major retailers and online stores.
CP retains the tacky, cushioned feel associated with the range, but Golf Pride has revised its construction to create different performance characteristics beneath each hand. It also incorporates the company’s Plus4 Technology, which uses a larger lower-hand profile to encourage lighter grip pressure.
“For a lot of players, feeling good on the course is what matters more than birdies and bogeys,” said Jamie Ledford, president of Golf Pride. “With the CP, we’re showing golfers how a grip can give them a feeling of comfort and confidence and allow them to enjoy a full round with a constant feeling of connection to the club in each and every swing.”
Different zones for each hand
Golf Pride has divided the CP surface into localised tack and traction zones. The upper section, where the gloved hand normally sits, provides additional tack to help maintain control of the club. The lower section is designed to limit movement beneath the trail hand and support a consistent connection throughout the swing.
That dual-feel construction accommodates the different jobs performed by each hand while retaining the soft profile that defines the CP family. The grip is intended for golfers who favour cushioning over the firmer feedback delivered by many performance-focused designs.
Its material dampens vibration at impact, reducing the amount of feedback transferred into the hands. Golf Pride says this cushioned response can also help reduce hand soreness during a round or practice session.
Reduced taper promotes lighter pressure
The reduced-taper design gives the lower hand more material than a conventional tapered grip. This larger profile is intended to discourage golfers from squeezing too firmly, which can reduce tension through the hands and forearms during the swing.
Larger lower-hand profiles have become a familiar equipment choice for players seeking a softer hold on the club. CP combines that shape with the collection’s established emphasis on tack and comfort.
The wider CP family has been used at different levels of the game, including appearances during 2026 major tournaments on the PGA Tour, LPGA Tour and PGA Tour Champions. The new model extends that range with updated surface zones and a choice of two grip sizes.
For more information on the CP Collection and the entire 2026 Golf Pride product offering click HERE.
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