We weren't sure what to expect from the Golf Research in Play golf clubs when we first found their web site. We certainly were more than a bit skeptical that the clubs would perform as advertised especially at the price they were asking for them. The images of the clubs truely looked great on their web site. We are firm believers that one gets what they pay for. (There are instances when we sometimes don't, but that might be our fault.) Or more simply, make sure the money spent is enough but not too much for what you are getting.
When we first contacted G.R.I.P. all they offered were hybrids, wedges, and a putter. They have since grown to now offer a line of irons, fairway woods, and a driver. They must be doing something right to be expanding so effectively. We couldn't beleive we would be able to talk about them in a positive manner.
We have played with the wedges, hybrids, and fairway woods. (We haven't play with the putter because we use a long putter.) We are extrememly pleased with the clubs. They each have a nice appearance when standing over the ball. The hybrids and the fairway woods have a nice blue color that seems in instill a calming effect. But most important the clubs worked and worked well, we had not trouble getting the ball airborn with either the hybrid or the fairway wood. Probably most surprising was our change-of-mind about the fairway woods. Whether out of the rough or from the fairway we were able to make solid contact and enjoyed the high ball flight, soft landing and the distance we got.
We didn't like the blue grips that came with the clubs, but we typically don't like anyones stock grips. But at the same time we have to comment that their clubs did have a soft feel to them and we did not have any real negative things to say about them when one of our rounds was played when it rained. So the grips worked well, but just not what we are used to playing with. It's just a personal hangup.
G.R.I.P. has invested quite a large amount of energy into the research of their clubs and at the same time are working different marketing channels to promote the clubs while keeping the marketing expenses at a minimum. Certainly a different approach from the tactics of the larger club manufacturers.
Anyone looking for a quality golf club should take the time to take a look at the clubs G.R.I.P. has to offer. A solid golf club, nice looking and at a great price. Anyone who just wants to buy the "Big Name" golf club should stay away. We have found that the least expensive always isn't inferior and the most expensve isn't always the best. We have found the the blues jeans offered at Sam's Club fit us better and wear better than those made by the brand names available for two or three times the cost.
For a small investment in your golf game you could truely be surprised and pleased with the G.R.I.P. clubs and in turn ordering more to fill out your set. We recommend these clubs and have them in our golf bag. We feel comfortable suggesting you really give them a try.
Article Summary: Highly recommended. Check out the
Golf Research in Play website for more infromation.
Thanks for reading.
Larry - the weekend golfer.
I know I am one of the most difficult people to buy a gift for. I usually just buy what I want when I think I need it. I know that I don't need any more golf shirts. I definately have more than I should in the way of golf equipment. I just have too much stuff! So, yes, I am a hard person to gift. 
