Abstract: Provided is an adjustable custom grip and method of forming the same are provided. The method of forming a customized putter grip includes orienting a first grip member having a first contact surface and a second grip member having a second contact surface of the customized putter grip in a predetermined orientation selected from a set of angles between the first contact surface and the second contact surface. The method may also include fixing the first grip member and the second grip member in the predetermined orientation. The method may further include coupling the customized putter grip with fixed first grip member and second grip member to a shaft of a putter. The custom grip provides for an anatomically, ergonomically custom putter grip to accommodate variations in human hands and other anatomical parts that affect the holding of a golf club grip.

Abstract: An adjustable custom grip and method of forming the same are provided. The method of forming a customized putter grip includes orienting a first grip member having a first contact surface, and a second grip member having a second contact surface of the customized putter grip in a predetermined orientation selected from a set of angles between the first contact surface and the second contact surface. The method may also include fixing the first grip member and the second grip member in the predetermined orientation. The method may further include coupling the customized putter grip with the fixed first grip member and the second grip member to a shaft of a putter. The custom grip provides for an anatomically, ergonomically custom putter grip to accommodate variations in human hands and other anatomical parts that affect the holding of a golf club grip.

Abstract: Provided is an adjustable putter grip. The adjustable putter grip includes a first grip member coupled adjacent a first end of a putter shaft. A putter head is coupled to a second end of the putter shaft. The adjustable putter grip also includes a second grip member coupled to the putter shaft between the first grip member and the second end of the putter shaft. The first grip member and the second grip member are rotatable with respect to each other to adjust grip position, the second grip member is rotatable with respect to the first grip member to adjust grip position, or the first grip member is rotatable with respect to the second grip member to adjust grip position. A method of forming a custom grip or custom fitting of a golfer is also disclosed.

Abstract: Provided is an adjustable putter grip. The adjustable putter grip includes a first grip member coupled adjacent a first end of a putter shaft. A putter head is coupled to a second end of the putter shaft. The adjustable putter grip also includes a second grip member coupled to the putter shaft between the first grip member and the second end of the putter shaft. The first grip member and the second grip member are rotatable with respect to each other to adjust grip position, the second grip member is rotatable with respect to the first grip member to adjust grip position, or the first grip member is rotatable with respect to the second grip member to adjust grip position. A method of forming a custom grip or custom fitting of a golfer is also disclosed.

Abstract: A golf club has a first shaft coupled to a club head, a second shaft configured to slidably engage a portion of the first shaft, a grip coupled to the second shaft, and an adjustable length shaft assembly received by the second shaft and configured to allow a portion of the first shaft to slide in relation to the second shaft in a first configuration, and to restrict a portion of the first shaft from sliding in relation to the second shaft in a second configuration. The grip is restricted from rotation about the first shaft or the second shaft as the first shaft slides in relation to the second shaft.

Abstract: Provided is an adjustable putter grip. The adjustable putter grip includes a first grip member coupled adjacent a first end of a putter shaft. A putter head is coupled to a second end of the putter shaft. The adjustable putter grip also includes a second grip member coupled to the putter shaft between the first grip member and the second end of the putter shaft. The first grip member and the second grip member are rotatable with respect to each other to adjust grip position, the second grip member is rotatable with respect to the first grip member to adjust grip position, or the first grip member is rotatable with respect to the second grip member to adjust grip position. A method of forming a custom grip or custom fitting of a golfer is also disclosed.

Abstract: A flexible grip for the shaft of a putter having the upper face raised in the upper region adjacent the butt end and the raised portion tapered toward the lower end. The upper face has a flat surface in transverse section along the length of the lower part of the grip which has a constant taper. The lower face is straight along the length of the grip and of uniform thickness. The side faces are tapered consistent with taper of the lower section of the grip.

Abstract: Provided is an adjustable putter grip. The adjustable putter grip includes a first grip member coupled adjacent a first end of a putter shaft. A putter head is coupled to a second end of the putter shaft. The adjustable putter grip also includes a second grip member coupled to the putter shaft between the first grip member and the second end of the putter shaft. The first grip member and the second grip member are rotatable with respect to each other to adjust grip position, the second grip member is rotatable with respect to the first grip member to adjust grip position, or the first grip member is rotatable with respect to the second grip member to adjust grip position. A method of forming a custom grip or custom fitting of a golfer is also disclosed.

Abstract: A grip for a putter-type golf club including a bottom end having a recess to receive a golf shaft, and a top end opposite the bottom end. The recess defines a longitudinal axis, and an exterior side surface extends about the circumference of the longitudinal axis. The exterior side surface defines a generally planar portion and a generally arcuate portion adjoining the planar portion. A grip cross-section no greater than 15 mm from the top end includes a planar portion cross-sectional width no less than 4 mm, a first cross-sectional length, L1, and a maximum cross-sectional width located at a depth D1 from the planar portion such that D1/L1 is no greater than 0.40. According to another aspect, a grip cross-section between 120 mm and 140 mm from the top end includes a cross-sectional maximum width, W3, and a cross-sectional length, L3, such that W3/L3 is no greater than 0.90.

Abstract: A golf club has a shaft having a shaft axis; a club head connected to a first end of the shaft; and a grip connected to a second end of the shaft opposite the club head. The grip is provided with a first grip part and a second grip part, wherein the first grip part is torsionally movable to a limited extent relative to the second grip part and relative to the shaft about the shaft axis.

Abstract: A sporting-good implement, such as a ball bat or a lacrosse stick, includes a first handle section rotatably connected to a second handle section. The second handle section may be attached to or integral with a tapered region or barrel region of a ball bat, or with a shaft section or head of a lacrosse stick, or with another sporting-good feature. This rotatable engagement allows the relative position of the user's hands to change during the course of a swing, shot, or pass, ideally placing the user's hands in a position to generate improved power or control.

Abstract: A butt-end device or knob for a sports implement with a handle for holding the sports implement. The butt-end device or knob has an inner member or inner surface mountable adjacent to a longitudinal end of the handle and a hand-engaging surface to engage a user's hand when holding the handle, the hand-engaging surface being movable relative to the handle in order to follow movement of the user's hand when the user swings the sports implement.

Abstract: A sporting-good implement, such as a ball bat or a lacrosse stick, includes a first handle section rotatably connected to a second handle section. The second handle section may be attached to or integral with a tapered region or barrel region of a ball bat, or with a shaft section or head of a lacrosse stick, or with another sporting-good feature. This rotatable engagement allows the relative position of the user's hands to change during the course of a swing, shot, or pass, ideally placing the user's hands in a position to generate improved power or control.

Abstract: A golf club having at least one point of articulation. A first pivotal connection is disposed between the grip and the shaft and a second pivotal connection is disposed between the hosel of the golf club head and the shaft. Both the grip and the golf club head are independently adjustable relative to the shaft. The pivotal connections comprise complementary surfaces of interlocking teeth that are secured together via a fastener and a nut. Alternatively, the golf club may have a single pivotal connection between the grip and the shaft. Once users find a comfortable configuration for the grip and the club head, they can then order a non-adjustable, customized version of the club that is constructed using the settings that the individual has found to be most comfortable when using the adjustable version of the club.

Abstract: A golf club shaft swing training and practice device to impart axial rotation to the user's hand during the length of the stroke by utilizing a fixed upper handgrip and a movable lower handgrip on a support rod. The upper handgrip is fixed on the rod and the lower handgrip is slidably disposed along the rod which is cross-sectionally square with a longitudinal spiral twisted surface to impart lower grip axial rotation as it is moved therealong in increasing distance from the fixed upper handgrip during a practice swing.

Abstract: The self-attaching golf putter aid includes an upper grip joined at a pivot point with a bottom bracket such that the upper grip can rotate about a vertical axis with the bottom bracket. The bottom bracket is designed to attach onto the handle of a putter via an adjustable strap. The aid is used by grabbing the upper grip with a first hand while grabbing the bottom bracket and handle of the putter with a second hand, and wherein the end user holds the upper grip stationary while swinging the putter to form a true and smooth pendulum golf putting stroke that is ideal when putting.

Abstract: A golf club which may be in the form of a so-called “putter” golf club and which is capable of being adjustable by a user to obtain consistent swinging movements with the golf club and thereby improve performance in the play of the game of golf. In particular, the handle portion is adjustably positionable allowing the user to locate his hands and arms in a position where he or she will generally always obtain a consistent swinging movement. In particular, the handle portion is formed of a pair of segments with one being rotatably moveable relative to the other and fixed in a precise location so that the head of the club (located at the lower end thereof) permits the striking face of the head to engage a golf ball consistently at a precise angle.

Abstract: An apparatus and method for an improved handle configuration are disclosed. The apparatus and method include an upper handle secured to a shaft that has a longitudinal axis and a lower handle secured to the shaft opposite the upper handle at a location spaced from the upper handle along the longitudinal axis of the shaft. The upper handle and lower handles each have grip portion that extends at an angle substantially orthogonal to the longitudinal axis and that is spaced apart from the shaft in a plane that is substantially perpendicular to the longitudinal axis. The upper handle and lower handle are secured to the shaft at an end of the shaft opposite a device configured to contact an object when the shaft is swung.

Abstract: An improved putter having an adjustable handle, shaft, and putter head. The adjustable handle is configured for a first position or a second position. The shaft is connected with the adjustable handle and configured to rotate about the handle. The putter head is connected with the shaft and configured to move in a pendulum motion as the shaft rotates about the handle. The adjustable handle can be placed at a first position such that the handle is substantially perpendicular with respect to the shaft. The adjustable handle can be placed at a second position such that the handle is positioned in a vertical or upright position so that the golfer can easily place the improved putter into the golf bag after putting. In the first position, the golfer can use the pendulum motion of the putter head to putt a golf ball into the hole.

Abstract: A training device 100 for swing development. A pair of telescoping rods 10 and 12 extend from a spring, one from either end. Each rod is connected to a coupling device 24, 26 having a rotating bearing to which are connected a pair of handles 4, 6. The handles 4, 6 extend perpendicularly to the telescoping rods 10, 12 and in opposite directions to one another. Various attachments can be connected to the handles 4, 6 to be rotated therewith; for example, representations of the sporting equipment to be swung such as a golf club 30 or racquet, or attachments to cause resistance to handle rotation or providing a periodic noise to work on swing rhythm.

Abstract: An improved putter having an adjustable handle, shaft, and putter head. The adjustable handle is configured for a first position or a second position. The shaft is connected with the adjustable handle and configured to rotate about the handle. The putter head is connected with the shaft and configured to move in a pendulum motion as the shaft rotates about the handle. The adjustable handle can be placed at a first position such that the handle is substantially perpendicular with respect to the shaft. The adjustable handle can be placed at a second position such that the handle is positioned in a vertical or upright position so that the golfer can easily place the improved putter into the golf bag after putting. In the first position, the golfer can use the pendulum motion of the putter head to putt a golf ball into the hole.

Abstract: In one embodiment, a golf club of the so called putter type includes a cylinder shaped head having a vertical semi-through hole placed in the middle of the cylindrical surface, a second threaded hole perpendicular to the first hole for the insertion of a screw, and a shaft of adjustable length inserted in the first hole. The shaft includes a first portion inserted in said semi-through hole, vertically and orthogonally relative to said head, and further includes portions that are one opposite to the other and bent at an angle in relation to the first vertical portion, of which an angled upper portion is disposed parallel to the ground when the club is in its position of use, said end in turn supporting a grip formed by two spheres of different diameters, with the inner sphere configured to slide along the shaft.

Abstract: The present invention is an improved putter that assists a player in perfecting a putt stroke during practice and repeating it with the same club during play. The shaft is attached to the clubhead such that it can swivel from a practice configuration to a play configuration. The putter also comprises a hosel with an attached alignment cap has lobes which matingly engage a series of recesses on the clubhead to secure the clubhead to the shaft. The putter conforms to the Rules of Golf so that the player does not have to change clubs between practice and play. The club may be used for either a right or left-handed stroke.

Abstract: An improved golf club includes an improved grip. The grip may be improved over known grips by including an offset upper portion and/or a sliding grip portion, and/or by providing a shaft with greater flex in an upper shaft portion than in a lower shaft portion. The sliding grip portion is about four inch long and may slide over a standard grip, or over a guide, and is preferably used with putters, but may be used with other golf clubs. The offset upper portion comprises an eleven inch upper grip offset at about nine degrees from the shaft centerline and clocked about 110 degrees counter-clockwise from that face of the head. The lower portion of the grip is retained as in known clubs.

Abstract: A golf putter having a bent shaft and designed to be used with an individual facing the intended travel direction of the launched golf ball. The golf putter comprises a bent shaft configuration, an upper handle assembly having a rotating upper grip, a fixed lower grip, and a putter head assembly. In operation, the right-handed individual will hold the golf putter with the left hand grasping the rotating handle assembly and the right hand grasping the lower fixed grip. The left hand and the rotating upper grip are held against the abdomen for stability purposes. Using the right hand, the individual rotates the shaft rearward and then forward to make contact between the putter head and the golf ball. The present invention golf putter comprises unique symmetry allowing a left-handed individual to use the golf putter simply by reversing the hand positions described. By enabling the individual to face the cup, the proposed invention provides better sight alignment and enables a more natural swing.

Abstract: The present invention is an improved putter that combines several features to provide a balanced putter, which assists a player in perfecting a putt stroke during practice and repeating it with the same club during play. The shaft is attached to the clubhead such that it can swivel from a practice configuration to a play configuration. The clubhead has tapered top and bottom surfaces such that the angle of the shaft relative to the sole of the putter is no more than 80 degrees. The clubhead has a playing surface on one face that is parabolic and can be flat in the extreme. The clubhead has a practice surface on the other face that is curved, preferably elliptical, to assist the golfer in learning the proper stroke. The putter conforms to the Rules of Golf so that the player does not have to change clubs between practice and play. The club may be used for either a right- or left-handed stroke.

Abstract: An overly wide putter grip includes an elongated body of generally uniform diameter along an axial length thereof and an outer gripping sleeve that fits over the skeleton. The body is a skeleton having a first portion and a second portion. Each of the first and second portions includes an upper end, a lower end opposite the upper end, and a bore disposed within said lower end and extending upwardly so as to be configured to receive a shaft of a putter. The first portion and the second portion of the skeleton are preferably held together by a system of fasteners that go through bores in the first portion of the skeleton and into the second portion to hold the two skeleton portions together. A method of making the putter is also provided.

Abstract: The DO-DROP golf putter is a bent shaft putter, designed to be used with the golfer facing the golf hole. The upper handle assembly will consist of a rotating grip. The lower grip will be fixed. The right-handed golfer will hold the putter with the left hand grasping the rotating handle assembly and the right hand grasping the lower fixed grip. The left hand, which is grasping the handle assembly, will be held against the abdomen. Using the right hand, the golfer will rotate the shaft rearward and then forward to make contact between the putter head and the golf ball. The symmetry of the DO-DROP golf putter enables it to be used by a left-handed person by reversing the hand positions described. By enabling the golfer to face the cup, the proposed invention provides better sight alignment and enables a more natural swing.

Abstract: A putter including a shaft having first and second ends, the first, lower end pivotally engaging a “T” configured putter head via a spring biased, rotatable hosel, the upper end of the putter having first and second grips pivotally adjustable into a wishbone or other spaced configuration. The configuration of the present system allows each hand to independently engage a separate, spaced grip with the hands engaged with the thumbs gripping the upper portion of each respective handle, as desired by the user. The club is configurable into multiple positions, with the grips and putter head pivotally adjustable so as to allow side putting with the putter head to the side of the user, center putting with the user facing the target croquet style and the putter drawn back between the legs of the user, or pendulum style.

Abstract: A pendulum type putter includes a U-shaped, yoke-like handle, connected at an angle to the club shaft. The yoke includes a rotatable mandrel pivotable at opposed ends between the legs of the U-shaped yoke, while the bight of the yoke has an adapter for connection to the club shaft. The yoke legs, bight and club shaft are swung in pendulum like fashion by gripping the shaft and mandrel and swinging the shaft with a pendulum-like motion relative to the mandrel. The use of the yoke alleviates any interference with the pendulum movement of the shaft by the grip of the user. Further, the mechanical advantage gained by spacing the shaft adapter at an angle from the mandrel makes it easier to swing the club with less force.

Abstract: A golf club handle apparatus is used with a golf club having a longitudinally extending hand grip and includes an elongated shaft, a handle structure, a forearm support member and a connector. The shaft extends along a longitudinal axis and has a first portion, a second portion and an intermediate portion disposed between the first and second portions. The handle structure includes a pair of handles connected to the intermediate portion and spaced apart from one another in a generally parallel relationship with the shaft positioned between the pair of handles. Each one of the pair of handles extends along a respective handle axis that is oriented generally perpendicularly to the longitudinal axis. The forearm support member is connected to the first portion and has a forearm support surface spaced apart and facing away from the shaft. The connector is disposed at the second portion and is operative to connect the hand grip of the golf club and the golf club handle apparatus together.

Abstract: A golf club grip assembly has an upper grip fixedly mounted to a hollow shaft of a golf club, and a substantially identical lower grip, interchangeably mountable with the upper grip, and rotatable relative to the upper grip and the shaft. A selection of lower and upper mounting members which are interchangeable between the upper and lower grips are provided to accommodate a variety of sizes and shapes. A top mounting member encloses the top openings of the upper grip and shaft, is coupled to the upper grip at an annular recess, and is coupled to the inner surface of the hollow shaft at a plug comprising engaging surfaces. A user generally places a substantial portion of one hand on the rotatable lower grip and the other hand on the fixed upper grip. Upon swinging the club and hitting a ball, the lower grip, and thus the one hand, rotates relative to the upper grip and club shaft.

Abstract: A putter for use in the game of golf including a first elongated shaft having a first and a second end, a second elongated shaft having a first end telescopically received within the second end of the first elongated shaft, a putter head fixedly secured to a second end of the second elongated shaft and a securing mechanism for fixing an axial and rotational position of the second elongated shaft with respect to the first elongated shaft. Additionally, the first end of the first elongated includes a mechanism for stabilizing the first elongated shaft with respect to the body of the user. Particularly, the stabilizer is received under an arm of the user and is capable of supporting the weight of the user should the user require assistance in walking or utilizing the putter. The putter may include a first elongated shaft in the form of a conventional putter which is received within a second shaft in the form of an upper portion of a quad cane.

Abstract: A golf club having a shaft (3) and a club head (2) which is connected to a shank portion (4) of the shaft at its heel end (31) so that it can be rotated around the axis of the shank portion. The configuration of the shank portion is such that the shaft axis and the shank axis intersect at about the bottom of the heel end of the club head so that rotating the club head around the shank axis causes the angle between the club face (30) and the shaft (3) to change.

Abstract: A mallet for croquet, including a tubular main shaft, a tubular auxiliary shaft slidably mounted in the main shaft and fixed at the desired location by a binding ring and a chuck sleeve, an extension rod slidably mounted in the auxiliary shaft and secured in the extended position by a split ring, a head for hitting the ball, and a swivel connector having a rear end plugged into one end of extension rod remote from the auxiliary shaft and an opposite end terminating in a ball knob secured in a circularly recessed face of a ball seat in a hole in the middle of the head by a socket.

Abstract: A hockey stick with a handle that will permit rotation of its shaft to angularly orient its blade relative to a playing surface for elevational control over a hockey puck. All hockey players have different wrist, arm and shoulder variables. In order to align the stick to the player for more natural and even wrist rotation from the 12 o'clock position. It tailors the grip of the handle to the individual's actual anatomy. By using a ratchet system, it enables the handle to rotate to the lie of the player's wrist before being closed and locked into place.

Abstract: An improved pendulum-type golf putter is disclosed. The putter includes a club head and an elongate main shaft extending upwardly from the club head. A bearing head is affixed on the end of the main shaft opposite the club head and has a bore with an axis extending substantially parallel to the club head. An elongate substantially horizontal second shaft is rotatably mounted in and extends through the bore of the bearing head. A first forward handle is affixed to one end of the second shaft for gripping by a user to support the club for pendulum-like action. A second handle is affixed to the opposite end of the second shaft and extending rearwardly toward the user. A user grips the first handle in order to support the putter, rests the second handle against the body, and rotates the main shaft about the axis of the bearing head so as to swing the club head in a pendulum-like arc.

Abstract: A golf putter comprising:a putter head having a longitudinal dimension between a rear and a front of said putter head and a ball striking club face extending along said longitudinal dimension;a putter shaft including a lower shaft section coupled at its lower end to said putter head and extending upwardly therefrom and an upper shaft section attached by coupling means to an upper end of said lower shaft section and extending only forwardly from said coupling means generally in a direction along said putter head longitudinal dimension from said rear to said front of said putter head; anda handle extending around and secured against rotation on said upper shaft section, said handle being supportable and rotatable on one hand of a golfer to accommodate pendulum-like movement of said putter head.

Abstract: A golf club including a golf club shaft having a cylindrical shaft portion with a first end and a second end. The first end of the cylindrical shaft portion may be attached to a golf club head. The golf club shaft also includes a flattened handle portion in the vicinity of the second end of the cylindrical shaft portion and integral with the cylindrical shaft portion. The flattened handle portion is flattened in a plane extending in a direction parallel to a direction faced by a golfer addressing a golf ball to be hit by the golf club. The flattened handle portion has a thickness in a direction parallel to the plane at least three times the thickness of the flattened handle portion in a direction perpendicular to the plane. A golf club head is attached to the golf club shaft in the vicinity of the first end of the cylindrical shaft portion.

Abstract: Disclosed is a golf club having a shaft, a club head located at end of the shaft and a segmented, variable position grip assembly surrounding the opposite end of the shaft. The grip assembly includes an elliptical upper grip member and an elliptical lower grip member. The upper and lower grip members surround the shaft and are adapted to be selectively rotated relative to one another around the shaft to assume locations that enable the golfer to grasp the club in an optimal and consistent manner so that the club head will strike the golf ball at the same angle during successive strokes. The upper and lower grip members are coupled to each other and to the shaft by the teeth of respective spline sets that are moved into detachable locking engagement. A locking collar surrounds the shaft and slides axially therealong into engagement with the grip assembly to prevent the rotation of the upper and lower grip members around the shaft when the golf club is played.

Abstract: A racket having a substantially planar striking surface connected to one end of a neck where the other end of the neck is adjacent to a handle. The handle is rotatable relative to the planar striking surface about an axis to one or more predetermined positions. One end of the handle comprises a male member protruding away from the handle toward the neck and an end of the neck has one or more indentations, wherein the male member releasably engages the one of the one or more indentations at one of the one or more predetermined positions.

Abstract: A golf club shaft adapted to allow for axial rotation at an intermediate extent comprising a long lower exterior shaft component of a cylindrical configuration with an interior surface and an exterior surface adapted to receive a golf club head at its lower extent and adapted to receive the lower extent of a grip at its upper extent, a short upper interior shaft component a cylindrical configuration with an interior surface and an exterior surface, the upper shaft component adapted to have its lower extent rotatably received within the upper extent of the lower shaft component and with the upper extent of the upper shaft adapted to be received within the upper extent of the grip, and an elastomeric grip positioned over the upper extent of the upper shaft component and the upper extent of the lower shaft component.

Abstract: The invention relates to a putter grip assembly including a partially threaded sleeve provided with a threaded retaining nut at the base of the sleeve. This will permit a golfer to slide the putter grip assembly including the sleeve over the shaft of the putter after having first removed the existing putter grip. Thereafter the golfer rotationally adjusts the angle of the grip to the putter face to various positions until the golfer finds the angle that works best for his/her putting stroke. The golfer then tightens the nut on the sleeve to fix the angle of the hand grip with reference to the putter face. Once the golfer has identified the best grip-face angle for his/her putting stroke, a plastic sealant such as epoxy resin is provided between the retaining nut, sleeve and shaft thereby immobilizing the retaining nut and fixedly connecting the hand grip assembly to the shaft.