Which grip material can be used to create an undersized grip on a golf club?

The choice of grip material that can effectively create an undersized grip on a golf club is primarily all rubber and most dual durometer materials. Rubber grips are inherently flexible, allowing them to be molded or adjusted to create a thinner feel. Additionally, dual durometer materials combine different hardnesses of rubber or other compounds to offer both comfort and control, which can also contribute to the ability to customize grip size.

Undersized grips are typically favored by golfers who prefer a smaller diameter grip to enhance feel and control over the club during their swing. This customization can help those with smaller hands or those who prefer a more delicate grip pressure.

While other materials like leather, plastic, foam, and metal blends have their uses in various grip applications, they do not typically offer the same versatility in achieving an undersized grip. Leather implies a more rigid structure, and while it can be made thinner, it lacks the pliability of rubber. Plastic grips might not provide the necessary comfort and grip needed, while foam blends could be too soft to deliver effective feedback from the club. Metal blends would generally be unsuitable, as they do not conform to ergonomic needs as rubber does.