I’m the kind of guy who keeps the same grips around for way too long. This spring, I realized that I was consciously thinking about them during swings, so it was time to get some new ones on there. I was leaning toward a Winn grip, even though I’ve never played them before. They have a good reputation and I’ve always liked the feel when friends have let me try out theirs, or when I get to try them out in a retail store. After a little research, and some hands-on test-gripping at Golfsmith, I bought 13 of them (the 6G8X-BBL model) and installed them myself. Here are the specs and sales blurb from Winn’s website: Our popular G8 evolves to incorporate our new Advanced Integration (AI) technology. AI technology strategically places our innovative materials in critical grip areas. With alluring color contrast, this technology precisely positions the optimum levels of tackiness and feel where they are most needed. Using V17 material, this grip is tackier and more durable—perfect for all weather conditions. Advanced Vertical