SuperStroke Officially Launch Fatso and Slim Grips to Market

March 4, 2010

Jumbo SuperStroke Putter Grips Continue to Help PGA Tour Pros on 2010 Tour

SuperStroke Grips, a division of Tiger Shark Golf, unveils their most innovative, highest-performing series of jumbo putting grips, the SuperStroke Slip-On Series. Two models, the Fatso Lite (1.67 inches in diameter, 85 grams), and the Slim (1.3 inches in diameter, 115 grams), are now available in golf retail shops across the globe.

Their extreme light weight, patented non-taper design and multi-material construction has made them the #1 most played oversized putter grips on the 2009 PGA Tour. So far, the SuperStroke Fatso Lite helped staff player, Matt Bettencourt, rank T10th in Putts per Round on the 2010 PGA Tour with a 28 per round average. SuperStroke has also helped a player more known for his distance, the #1 ranking player in driving distance for 2009, finish in the Top 10 in Putts Per GIR at the Pebble Beach Pro-Am using the smaller SuperStroke Slim putter grip.

"When we acquired SuperStroke at the beginning of 2009, our vision was to take a great product and make it even better," said Tiger Shark President Dean Dingman. "We have been able to accomplish that with the SuperStroke Slip-On Series. We saved over 200 grams over the previous SuperStroke Pro line by utilizing a new slip-on technology and a new lightweight under listing and material. It helped us set a new standard for weight in a jumbo putter grip and really bring the new vision for SuperStroke to life."

Weighing in at 85 grams, the SuperStroke Fatso Lite is the biggest and lightest of its kind in terms of weight to size ratio. SuperStroke has been at the forefront of the jumbo grip phenomenon, a market that grew over 25% last year. Over 50 PGA Tour pros put SuperStroke technology into play over the last three seasons. It’s a technology that works: Jumbo grips reduce wrist breaks and enhances a pendulum stroke, and they are also proven to reduce grip pressure and keep the putter head square. Extensive testing has shown that the SuperStroke requires up to 32% less grip tension and represents a significant improvement over conventional putter grips. Other benefits include natural balance and set up, less putter head rotation, accurate smooth putting stroke, improved ball roll and greater distance control.

The SuperStroke non-taper design patent allows for finger tip placement on opposing sides of the shaft. This feature keeps the putter face square on contact and dramatically improves feel for distance control. The flat side options offers a variety of different hand positions for golfers looking to utilize a left hand low, right hand low or claw type of grip.

"Most golf instructors stress the importance of keeping grip tension to a minimum while putting," said Dingman. "Keeping the wrists from hinging is paramount to improving on the greens and the SuperStroke design has proven to be the most effective for promoting a smooth, fluid, and tension free motion."

• #1 On Tour - The SuperStroke Fatso Lite was the #1 most played jumbo putter grip model on the 2009 PGA Tour. Over 55 PGA Tour professionals have put a SuperStroke jumbo grip into play on the PGA Tour to stop their wrists from breaking down over the past three seasons.
• New Slip-On Design = The new SuperStroke models saved over half the weight over the previous SuperStroke models by slip on utilizing Slip-On Technology with a new lightweight material, helping to set a new standard for weight in a jumbo putter grip.
• Multi-Material Construction - SuperStroke's Proprietary Polyurethane is fused with a patented foam underlisiting, making for a long lasting, extremely shock absorbent and comfortable setup. A dimpled, non-slip surface combines extreme tackiness and feel keeps hands from slipping even in the wettest conditions.

SuperStroke Fatso Lite - Retails for: $24.99

Weighing in at 85 grams, the Tiger Shark Super Stroke Lite Fatso Putter Grip is the biggest and lightest of its kind in terms of weight to size ratio. With this design, the grip is 300% larger than a standard sized putter grip, creating one of the only jumbo grips that will not drastically change the swing-weight of a putter.

USGA Approved Dimensions: 10.5 inches long, 1.67 Inches in Diameter, Core Size - .580 Weight - 85 grams
Available Colors: Red/Black, Blue/Black and White/Black.

SuperStroke Slim - Retails for: $19.99

Mid-Size version in the 2010 SuperStroke Slip-On Series the Slim offers a slightly heavier option (115 grams) that is 18% smaller than the SuperStroke Fatso. The Slim's additional weight provides more feel in the hands through the putting stroke.

USGA Approved Dimensions: 10.5 inches long, 1.3 Inches in Diameter, Core Size - .580 Weight - 115 grams
Available Colors: Red/Black, Blue/Black and White/Black.

More About Tiger Shark Golf

With the acquisition of SuperStroke grips in January of 2009, Tiger Shark became the predominant oversized putter grip company in golf. In addition to selling over a million of their original UltraTac oversized putter grips, Tiger Shark was #1 for oversized putter grips in play on the 2009 PGA Tour and is the winningest jumbo putter grip company in the history of the PGA Tours with 6 wins.

Tiger Shark has more than 1,600 accounts across the U.S. and Canada including Dick's Sporting Goods, Golf Galaxy, Edwin Watts, Golfsmith, GolfTown, Roger Dunn, PGA Tour Superstores, Golf Headquarters, Carl's Golfland and TGW.com. Tiger Shark, one of the oldest brands in golf, offers a variety of golf equipment with a specialty in grips, putters, complete sets, drivers, wedges and hybrids. For more information about Tiger Shark, call 1-800-667-0181.