Best Golf Grips for Arthritic Hands (2026): Oversize and Soft Picks

The best golf grip for most golfers with arthritic hands is the Winn Dri-Tac Oversize. It is 1/8 inch larger than a standard grip, and its soft polymer surface is tacky enough to hold with light pressure. If your fingers cannot close comfortably around that size, move up to a jumbo grip like the JumboMax JMX UltraLite, which is sold in sizes up to 3/8 inch over standard.

Two things make a grip easier on arthritic hands. A larger diameter means your fingers do not have to curl as far or squeeze as hard. A softer material absorbs more of the shock that reaches your hands on off-center strikes. The Arthritis Foundation gives the same advice in its golf tips. It recommends building up the grip size on your clubs to reduce stress and pain in your finger joints.

These picks are based on manufacturer specifications and retailer listings. A grip can make golf more comfortable, but it does not treat arthritis. Ask your doctor or a physical or occupational therapist about hand pain that limits your play.

Comparison Table

Grip	Size	Material	Best For
Winn Dri-Tac Oversize	+1/8 inch	Soft polymer	Mild to moderate arthritis
JumboMax JMX UltraLite	+3/16 to +3/8 inch	Lightweight synthetic	Fingers that cannot close fully
Tacki-Mac Arthritic Serrated Oversize	+3/32 inch	Soft, latex-free compound	Weak grip strength
Golf Pride CP2 Wrap Jumbo	+1/8 inch	Soft rubber	Soft feel from a major brand
Majek Senior Super Jumbo	Super jumbo	Rubber	Severe arthritis, very large hands

1. Winn Dri-Tac Oversize: Best Overall

Winn makes its grips from polymer, not rubber, and the Dri-Tac is soft and tacky. The tacky surface lets you hold the club securely without clamping down, which is the main goal for arthritic hands. The cushioned material also takes some of the sting out of thin and off-center shots.

The oversize model is 1/8 inch larger than standard. That is a meaningful change that still feels like a normal golf grip, so it is the right first step for most golfers. Retailers list it at about 50 grams, close to the weight of a standard grip, so it will not noticeably change how the clubhead feels.

Pros

• Soft and tacky, so it holds with light pressure
• Oversize without the weight of a jumbo rubber grip
• Sold individually, so you can test one club first

Cons

• Soft polymer wears faster than rubber
• Gets slick when dirty and needs regular cleaning

2. JumboMax JMX UltraLite: Best Jumbo

JumboMax specializes in grips well beyond normal oversize. The JMX UltraLite comes in five sizes from X-Small to X-Large. Retailers list the X-Small at 3/16 inch over standard and the X-Large at 3/8 inch over standard. That range lets you match the grip to how far your fingers can comfortably close.

The problem with most very large grips is weight. A heavy grip moves the balance of the club toward your hands and makes the clubhead feel light. JumboMax says the JMX UltraLite is up to 25 percent lighter than a standard grip, which avoids that. The company also sells a non-tapered version, called STR8 Tech, that keeps the same thickness under both hands.

Pros

• Five sizes, up to 3/8 inch over standard
• Light for its size, so the club keeps its balance
• Sold individually

Cons

• Takes a few rounds to get used to
• Costs more than most standard grips

3. Tacki-Mac Arthritic Serrated Oversize: Best Arthritis-Specific Design

This is one of the few grips sold specifically for arthritic hands. The surface is covered in raised serrations that press into your fingers and glove, so the club stays put without a hard squeeze. Retailer specifications list a soft, latex-free compound, a slight taper, and a size 3/32 inch over standard.

At 3/32 inch over, it is the smallest step up on this list, so it suits golfers with small or medium hands and a weak grip more than golfers who need a much thicker handle. Retailers list the weight at about 65 grams. It is commonly sold as a kit of 13 grips with tape, which covers a full bag.

Pros

• Raised serrations hold with little grip pressure
• Soft, latex-free compound
• Kit of 13 regrips the whole bag

Cons

• Only slightly larger than a midsize grip
• The serrated texture is not to everyone's taste

4. Golf Pride CP2 Wrap Jumbo: Best Soft Feel From a Major Brand

The CP2 Wrap is a soft rubber grip with a wrap-style surface. It has a larger lower hand with less taper than a standard grip, which Golf Pride says encourages even grip pressure. Inside is a 2.5 inch stabilizer that Golf Pride calls Control Core. Golf Pride says it reduces twisting, so the soft rubber still feels stable.

The jumbo size is 1/8 inch over standard, and Golf Pride lists it at 80 grams. That is heavy for a grip, so the clubhead will feel a little lighter after you regrip. Choose it if you want a soft jumbo that most golf shops stock and can install.

Pros

• Soft rubber with a stable core
• Reduced taper eases lower-hand squeezing
• Easy to find and have fitted

Cons

• Heavy in jumbo, which changes the feel of the club
• Less tacky than the Winn Dri-Tac

5. Majek Senior Super Jumbo: Largest Size

Majek sells this grip for golfers with arthritis and very large hands. It is a round rubber grip sold in a super jumbo size, a step above standard jumbo sizing. It comes as a 13-piece set, so one purchase covers a full bag.

Pick it when standard jumbo grips still feel too thin. Because it is a thick rubber grip, expect it to add weight to the handle. Try one on a single club before you commit the full set.

Pros

• Sold in a super jumbo size
• 13-piece set at a low price per grip

Cons

• Too large for small or medium hands
• Adds weight to the handle

What Size Grip Is Best for Arthritis?

Start one size larger than you play now, and go up again only if your hands still hurt. Grip makers describe size by how much wider the grip is than standard.

Size Name	Over Standard	When to Choose It
Midsize	+1/16 inch	Mild stiffness, small or medium hands
Oversize or jumbo	+1/8 inch	Moderate arthritis, most hand sizes
Beyond jumbo, such as JumboMax sizes	+3/16 to +3/8 inch	Fingers that cannot close around a jumbo grip

A grip that is too large has a cost. It limits how your wrists and hands release the club, and some golfers find their shots start to leak to the right (for right-handed players). Test a new size on one club for a few rounds before you regrip the set. Our guide to choosing golf grips explains how size affects ball flight.

Soft or Firm?

Choose soft. Polymer grips like the Winn Dri-Tac and soft rubber grips like the CP2 Wrap absorb more vibration than firm rubber or cord. Avoid full cord grips. They hold well in wet weather, but they are firm and rough on sore hands. If sweat is your main problem, our list of the best golf grips for sweaty hands includes softer options.

Do Bigger Grips Change How the Club Feels?

They can. A heavier grip shifts the balance of the club toward your hands, which makes the clubhead feel lighter. As a rule of thumb, every 4 to 5 grams added to the grip lowers swing weight by about one point. A standard grip weighs around 50 grams. The Winn Dri-Tac Oversize is close to that, and the CP2 Wrap Jumbo is about 30 grams heavier. If you like how your clubs feel now, pick a lighter oversize grip or ask a club fitter to adjust the head weight.

Are Jumbo Grips Legal?

Yes. The USGA's equipment rules limit a grip's cross-section to 1.75 inches in any direction. A standard grip measures about 0.9 inch across near the top, so a grip 3/8 inch over standard is still well under the limit.

Other Ways to Ease Hand Pain on the Course

The Arthritis Foundation's golf tips go beyond grips.

• Wear gloves on both hands. Two gloves add traction without extra grip pressure.
• Build up your current grips. Extra layers of tape under a grip make it thicker. A club fitter can do this when you regrip.
• Use graphite shafts. Lightweight graphite shafts and perimeter-weighted clubheads help absorb shock. See our comparison of steel and graphite irons.
• Play a lower compression ball. A softer ball feels less harsh at impact. Our list of the best golf balls for seniors covers low compression options.
• Use long tees. The foundation suggests a long tee whenever you hit the ball, including on the practice range, to help protect your hand and wrist joints.

Hold the club lightly as well. On a scale of 1 to 10, aim for a grip pressure around 4. A larger, tackier grip makes that easier, because the club stays secure with less effort.

More Grip Guides

Senior golfers should also read our list of the best golf grips for seniors and our golf tips for seniors. For the putter, see the best putter grips, and for every player type, see the best golf grips. If you plan to regrip at home, our golf grip customization guide covers the steps.