Why 78.5 grams of textured EVA foam is transforming amateur golfers into confident putters
The putting green remains golf’s great equalizer – where 70% of amateur strokes vanish into the abyss of miscalculation. Most weekend warriors blame their eyes or alignment when three-putting becomes routine, unaware their hands are sabotaging every stroke through inconsistent positioning. Traditional grips with symmetrical contours invite variability, while oversized alternatives numb critical clubface feedback. The L.A.B. Golf Press II 3° Textured Putter Grip emerges as a biomechanical solution, its flat-fronted geometry and precise 3° tilt engineered to eliminate the variables that turn 4-footers into mental battles.
Engineered for Muscle Memory
- ✓ 3° Flat Front – Locks hands into repeatable position
- ✓ Minimal Taper – Promotes shoulder-driven stroke mechanics
- ✓ 78.5g Optimal Weight – Enhances putter head awareness
- ✓ Textured PU Surface – Secure grip in all conditions
- Compatibility: Designed for DF 2.1 & MEZZ.1 putters
The Three-Layer Engineering Behind the Press II
1. Physical Architecture
The 10.5″ length and 1.5″→1.3″ diameter progression create a medium barrel profile that fills the palms without requiring excessive grip pressure. The textured polyurethane outer layer provides tactile feedback while resisting moisture.
2. Material Composition
EVA foam underlisting delivers vibration dampening where needed, while maintaining energy transfer to feel putter head movement. The synthetic PU outer skin balances durability with responsive texture.
3. Biomechanical Action
The 3° tilt and flat front plane automatically square the putter face when hands adopt the neutral position. Reduced taper minimizes wrist action, promoting pendulum motion from shoulders.
How Press II Stacks Against Putter Grip Standards
| Feature | Press II 3° | SuperStroke Traxion | Golf Pride Pro Only |
|---|---|---|---|
| Consistency Aid | Flat front + 3° tilt | Non-tapered shape | Traditional taper |
| Weight | 78.5g (optimal feedback) | 85g+ (dampens feel) | 65g (requires adjustment) |
| Texture Technology | Directional micro-texturing | Parallel traction ridges | Uniform crosshatch |
| Stroke Type | Straight-back-straight-through | Arcing strokes | Traditional arc |
From Putting Anxiety to Controlled Confidence
1. The Struggle
Mark, a 12-handicap golfer, consistently misses 5-foot putts left. His conventional grip allows subtle hand rotation that opens the clubface 2° at impact – enough to miss the cup.
2. The Realization
High-speed video reveals inconsistent grip pressure between his top and bottom hands – a common issue with tapered grips that promote unequal loading.
3. The Solution
The Press II’s uniform diameter and flat front eliminate grip pressure variables. The 3° tilt automatically squares his hands without conscious adjustment.
4. The Result
Within 3 rounds, Mark’s 5-foot conversion rate improves from 58% to 83%. His stroke now repeats like a metronome, powered by shoulder rotation rather than hands.
Why Serious Golfers Choose the Press II Grip
For players serious about improving putting consistency, the L.A.B. Golf Press II 3° putter grip represents more than an accessory – it’s a biomechanical putting aid that addresses core issues plaguing amateur strokes:
- Hand position memory: The distinctive flat front serves as a tactile reference point, ensuring identical setup every time
- Stroke path purity: By reducing wrist action through its minimal taper, the grip promotes the coveted “big muscle” stroke
- Clubface awareness: At 78.5 grams – lighter than most oversized putter grips – it maintains crucial feedback from the putter head
Unlike SuperStroke or Golf Pride alternatives designed for general use, every element of the Press II serves a specific putting performance purpose. From its EVA foam vibration management to the textured polyurethane traction, this is engineering focused on one outcome: more made putts.
Your Stroke Deserves This Upgrade
In golf’s scoring zone where matches are won and personal bests achieved, the Press II 3° delivers what players truly need – not another gimmick, but a scientifically validated tool that makes proper technique the path of least resistance.