To say the least, Aljoe is the man when it comes to setting up clubs for each individual swing. Im a 14 HC, and have been teeing off with a perfectly built Nike 3w he did for me. I've been shying away from a driver for years because I just couldn't hit them. Once I told him the 3w he set up for me worked so well and that I wanted a driver, he knew exactly what he was going to build. I told him I wasn't brand bias, so he picked out the Ping 400g driver head for me, put a proper shaft on, cut it, weighted the head, and my sized grip. I left the next day for a 3 day golf tourney in Mesquite, and not having swung this thing once I was considering leaving it in the bag till I had some practice with it. I hit maybe 3 balls at the range with it and was blown away, I hear my buddy in the bay next me, "Oh no, Im screwed now". I shot an 81 that day to win it and called AJ to thank him the next day! Don't think a factory "stiff" is actually what they say. I will always have every club set up by AJ, no doubts. read more

This place is fantastic. On 1st visit...after waiting for 6 weeks at a big box store to re-tip a driver shaft AJ was able to get it done in a day. I also inquired about some things going on with my putter and he saw some issues with the loft and the grip being off-center. He was able to make adjustments on the spot. On my 2nd visit, I took a putter to get extended for arm-lock putting. While asking about that I asked about some issues I was having hooking the ball due to my lies maybe being off. After discussion, we found that most of the clubs were made wrong from the TaylorMade factory being 1.5 inches too long. He was able to adjust the putter and all my irons in a few hours. If you need golf club adjustments... this is the place to go. read more

I've had multiple great interactions with this place. Aljoe does great work and is very knowledgeable. I highly recommend this shop for all golf needs. -Vic read more

This place is AWESOME!! I have to say that I have had my grips re-done at Golf Mart a couple months back and they already started to get loose. I tried to go back there and see if they can redo them but they would have to charge me since it has been so long. I play at Franklin Canyon often and saw one of these business cards there and so happened that I needed work done. I went in yesterday night and told AJ that I needed my clubs ASAP (if possible) because I had a tee-time the following morning. AJ said "No Problem" and got down to business, we started talking grips. He has a large selection of grips and they were all in stock, couldn't believe it! I recommend this place to anyone and everyone who wants FAST, FRIENDLY SERVICE at a GREAT PRICE!! read more

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I'd give more stars if it would let me. After a disappointing "fitting" at another club store, I went to see AJ at Grip It Golf. AJ was amazing. "No appointment necessary, just stop by and I'll get you sorted out." When I got there he stopped what he was doing and started getting me fitted. He didn't put me in front of a screen with a launch monitor, just watched me swing my 7 iron and said "your clubs are too short". Took some measurements, and grabbed a different club for me to test. Right away I could feel the difference. A few more tests and he had my lie angle, shaft stiffness and weight figured out. He's not a Ping dealer and I'd had my mind set on the G425, so he was going to give me my measurements to take back the other store to make a purchase. However, he had a set of 2019 P790s still in plastic but with the wrong shafts and grips. He let me test a single club in that model that was close to my specs and it felt amazing. "I can get those set up with the right shafts, grips, length and lie for you no problem! probably have them ready by the end of the week." he said. No pressure, just enthusiasm. I didn't have to think long "Let's do it!" was my response. I noted in passing that I was going to be taking Thursday off to play, and he said, "oh, I'll get these ready for you by Wednesday night then! I got the call at about 10:30am Tuesday that they were ready to come get. less than 24 hours after I'd made the purchase. When I talked to him on speaker even my wife said it was evident that he was at least as excited as I was for me to get out and play with my new clubs. I can't recommend AJ any higher. Awesome service, awesome store, awesome guy. I will be going back to AJ as my first stop for anything club related from now on. read more

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AJ (Owner) is awesome. So patient. He helped me improve my putting game. Gave me tips and did a great job with my putters that I brought him. I will not be going to any other golf shop after this visit. I live 1 hr away and this will be the spot to come whenever I have golf needs. Come pay him a visit, you won't regret it! read more

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Grip It Golf is easily the best golf shop in the east bay and one of the best in the bay area. - quality replacement parts (shafts, grips etc) - quality service (I've had clubs fitted here and adjustments to my club were spot on - great customer sevice - AJ is awesome, he truly cares about what works best for his customers and is a super friendly guy - great deals on used clubs If you need a fitting, new clubs, a new grip or shaft this is the place to go no questions asked. Much better than the big box stores out there. read more

Starting to get back into the game after years off. Realized my putters grip was worn out so I stopped in. Great selection great service and I had a new grip on the putter in 10 to 15 minutes. Had me try to roll a few putts on the practice green in the shop and sank the first one. He said sounds like a fit to me! I agree! I will be getting my irons regripped here soon. Great experience highly recommended!!! read more

I got my clubs regripped here and I won't be going anywhere else for club maintenance. Highly recommend grip it over any other place in the Bay Area. read more

Great customer service. Al Joe provided me and my friends some of the best clubs in the market and fitted them to our specs...Been going to this place for the last 15 years i believe!!!! read more

AJ Was patient with me, even while handling multiple customers, he really fitted my game to my size and stature. This means a lot, as hitting this little white ball is hard enough as it is with the wrong clubs. I purchased some second hand golf clubs, received fitting and tips that I use religiously to help improve my game. AJ is a really cool guy to talk to as well, knowing the hardships of learning, and giving helpful tips without making one feel belittled. The game of golf is supposed to be fun :) I have never played a game where frustration has made me wanna scream expletives at the world, and receive a pretty healthy workout at the same time. Have fun out there! read more

Really great place for any of your golf needs. AJ checked my clubs, did the necessary adjustments super low price and super fast. Will definitely come back. read more

AJ is a true professional. He takes pride in his work and consistently has provided me with outstanding service. He has assisted me with adjusting the lie angle of my irons several times, and regripped and swing weighted my clubs. I give AJ and Grip It Golf my highest possible recommendation. read more

This place and the owner are top shelf. Support this local business. Fair prices and amazing service.

Al knows exactly what he's doing... I came in there about a month ago. I ended up getting a set of Callaway Razr X irons from Al for a VERY good price. They were not only in great condition, but fitted for me. It was so good I brought my Mizuno blades in to get the lie angle adjusted for me too. Since then I've literally seen my practices at the range get better. Giving yourself every chance to make a good strike on the ball is a big key to the game and there's probably no better fitter around. BTW, I've only been playing for 3 months at the time of this review and have gone out to a few courses... even in the sludge and loving it. Having to focus less on the strike and more on the lie gives me a lot more confidence with the game. If you haven't got fitted you gotta do it through Al. read more

I've never really gone to a mom and pop golf shop but after my experience with AlJoe I'm probably never going back to the big stores. AJ is friendly, knowledgeable, and extremely helpful. I've been playing golf for almost 5 years and I haven't been able to break my high scores. AJ helped me with the tweaks he made to my clubs and I'm hitting straight more consistently now more than ever. I should've done this years ago! Grip It Golf is the go to place if you want to improve your game through custom fitting, new grips, even new gear. I'm definitely coming back and suggesting it to all my buddies. Thanks brother AlJoe! Salamat. read more

My wife bought me a loft wedge for our anniversary here. She raved about them. They even gave her a great discount on a lil driver for my 3 yr old. After a few rounds with the wedge I decided it was very similar to one I already had. I returned to the store hoping for an exchange. They were more happy to accommodate me. I exchanged it for a Taylor made burner 3 wood. Great club. I'll return because of the service and friendliness. Thanks guys! read more

Mike and Aljoe are great! Came in to have my clubs regripped and Al let me know only some of them needed to be done. Mike regripped the ones that needed to be in less than half an hour. Al cleaned the other ones. Yay for local businesses and nice people... Come visit and take advantage of their services! read more

I had just picked up a new set of irons from a retail shop and wanted to put them in play for a moderate money game that I had scheduled for a Wednesday. Before doing so I knew I had to dial them in for competition so was looking for a golf shop close to Vallejo that could adjust the lies for my swing. I came across Grip it and Rip it and arrived early in the morning before my game where I met AJ who agreed to work with me and make the adjustments before my 11 am tee time. AJ was outstanding and a true professional who took the time to get each club fitted to my swing and gave me the confidence that I had the right set up before my round. Not only did he adjust the lies he also gave me a nice set up tip for my set that was a good mantra for my day on the course "bend those knees when you are playing shorter shafts". I was very impressed with the shop and really enjoyed working with AJ. I have been to Keplers in Walnut Creek a number of times in the past but these guys are superior and because of their size are able to give you personalized attention that makes the drive to Pinole totally worthwhile. Thanks AJ! read more

I stopped by to have a club regripped and shaft shortened. AJ did a great job and was finished before I knew it. They also have a nice selection of preowned clubs which I'll be checking out the next time I visit. read more

Great spot for everything golf. If you are a beginner all the way to an expert, Al has got anything and everything you'll ever need. I'll always recommend this place to anyone and everyone that needs clubs or fittings. read more

AJ was amazing to work with. I stopped in there because it was the closest shop to my house with the idea of stopping at a couple more afterwards. Not only did AJ welcome me, he accommodated my wife and son by giving him a little putter and ball to keep him happy. Now for the golf part. AJ has an eye for your swing and what needs adjusting. He knew right away what I was doing and adjusted my clubs to accommodate my swing and now I'm striking the ball better than ever. He didn't try and up-sale anything. He didn't try and convince me I needed anything new. His main concern was to improve me game and have a satisfied customer! My wife made a comment after we left about how nice and professional he was. Also, she was super happy to give our business to a small business owner rather than some large box store or corporation. I will be coming to AJ for all my golfing needs from here on forward. Thanks AJ!! V/R, Dan read more

My 3-wood needed to be re-gripped and I decided to try one of the new Golf Pride MCC 4Plus grips. They initially didn't have the size I wanted but AJ said he could get it ordered and installed by the next day! I couldn't be happier with the results! I can't wait to try it out at the range later. I'll definitely get the rest of my bag done here once those grips are completely worn out! read more

AJ and Mike are amazing!!!! I was looking for Winn grips on eBay and found some really great prices, then saw grip it and rip it on San Pablo street while eating breakfast. I thought I should stroll in and see what they offered. Come to find out the grips were exactly the same price and LOCAL! While talking to AJ, he fitted my hands and got me the right size grips I needed. I would have never got that thru eBay. A few weeks later I had been tweaking my golf swing and hit a huge slump. I was hitting everything off the toe, my grip got strong, and I was topping everything. I had lost my confidence. So after blowing thru the grip on my 6 iron, I went to get it re gripped. While there, AJ recommended a fitting. The first club free of charge. I thought why not? He put his tape on the sole of my club, I took 2 swings, handed the club to him, and right then he told me exactly the types of shots I was hitting and explained why. At that point I was sold. Do um all! After getting my 6 iron regripped, my buddies 7 head put back on the shaft, and getting all my clubs fitted, I walked out paying only 100 bucks. If that's not a deal, there isn't one! Not to mention I walked in 15 minutes before they closed, and it took 2 hours to do the fit. ALL GOLFERS IN THE BAY AREA NEED TO KNOW ABOUT THIS PLACE!!!! read more

The owner of this place is an amazing individual. I walked in the other day needing some fitting advice. He took a couple measurements and checked the lie on the clubs i have been playing with. They were way off for my height. He made some "huge" adjustments to my irons. The next day i took them out for a trial run. Come to find out i was hitting the ball better than i ever have in 30 years of golfing. Note, that i play at a 5 handicapp. So i can play a little bit. But this "huge move" was amazing. Never have i hit balls this good. His advice was right on point. The " huge move" on the irons worked incredibly. I never would have known my clubs were off if i didnt stop in and see this guy. Great facility very clean with lots to offer,and the owner is a great person as well as very knowledgeable of his craft. Thank you Grip It Golf. Amazing job. This place is highly recommended by me. So all you guys whom have never been fitted, go see this guy. He will undoubtedly change your game. read more

AlJoe the owner really has an eye for watching your swing and knowing how to set your clubs, length and type of shaft you should be using. My husband has been going to him for years and I've been going to him since I started golfing 2.5 years ago.His prices are very reasonable and he is all about helping any type of golfer whether you're a weekend warrior/recreational to competitive golfer. I highly recommend you check him out all of the people I've sent him have continued to go back! read more

Just was surprised by the wife to go get fitted for clubs for the first time. AJ was super helpful and patient answering all my questions cause I had no clue how the process went. Ended up getting a great deal on some irons with extra off just cause it was my birthday. I'll be back for sure with my buddies to support this gem of a golf store! read more

Very reasonable, extremely helpful and knowledgeable, always gives it to you straight no BS. I'll not take my clubs anywhere else to get worked on. If I need a club or a set he usually has what I'm looking for. Get your equipment fitted so it works like it's supposed to. Aljoe is tha man! read more

Awesome place to get used clubs. I bought my first set here and I was fitted in the same day. Definitely going to go back if I need anything golf related. read more

They were able to work with me to re-extend my Scotty Cameron putter. I had called them for a re-shaft, but after explaining my situation, they recommended I just get it reed tended to fix the swing weight. Glad I chatted with them so as to save myself some cash. Great fast service. Had a wide variety of grips and a decent selection of used Scotty Camerons. Found the right grip for me and was in and out quickly. Would definitely come back if I needed any work done in the future. read more

Al is great! I appreciate the attention and detail I received when I upgraded my set of TaylorMade golf clubs. Al is straightforward to let me know if the club would be ideal for my current golf level/swing. He also took the time and patience needed to custom fit my new clubs to my specifications and swing. Also, I received same day delivery! I've tried my new Mizuno golf set twice and I must say I am very impress of how consistent and improved my ball flight appears. I've tried other popular custom fitters who cost more, and Grip It 'N Rip It Custom Golf Club (Al) is in the same category and service with the better value. Thank you Al! I will be returning for other club improvements. read more

I went into Grip it Golf because of the good reviews. They are well deserved. AJ was knowledgeable and fit my irons for me. He also helped me understand my putter length and gave me some tips. There was a good selection of new and used clubs as well and I was able to find the clubs I needed to finish my bag (a 3 hybrid and a 60° lob wedge). The fact that he'll readjust the clubs he fit for free after I take them out if they need to be tweaked is great. It was a great experience and I'm sure I'll be back! read more

The guys at Grip It Golf replaced the grips on my clubs before I left for Hawaii, and what a difference it made in my score! The clubs work much better now. They recommend a new style grip that worked so well I'm taking my putter in tomorrow. Grip It Golf is my new golf shop. read more

The store and the staffs there are really awesome!!! I have no experience of golfing at all. But I'd like to study and plan golf for fun and business. Then I found them on Yelp and made a reservation for Saturday morning. When I came there, they measured my size and swing habit with detailed explanation and find the perfect pre-owned sets for me. They also cut the size for me with new covers as I am not very tall. When I am waiting; their experienced golfer showed me how to play. And it really helps and gives me tons of fun! Great conversations, stories and skills leaned during the period with them, what a passionate and knowledgeable team! I am very lucky to start from this place to get me ready for coming lessons and playing! After about 1 hour, i walked out with personalized club and all great things! Definitely recommend this place for any level golfers! read more

AJ and Mike rock! These guys know their stuff, treat their clients well and are honest and straight forward businessmen. Just wish I played golf better! read more

I have used Grip It Golf for a few years now for my regripping of my clubs. AJ is knowledgeable and his prices are reasonable. I highly recommend his business read more

The best golf shop I've ever been to. Aj and Mike are the friendliest people ever. Being a rookie to the game I don't feel intimidated to ask these guys questions, there knowledge of the game is as good as any pro out there. And if you're looking to just start out or you're a seasoned veteran the prices here can't be beat. If you're looking for new clubs, regrips, or getting your clubs fitted you should definitely come on down here. read more

I'm so happy I found this shop! I stopped by to have my irons regripped and came away with much more. Not only was I able to wait for my clubs to be regripped, Aljoe gave me some very helpful advice/tips that I can already see the benefits of at the range and the course. Aljoe's knowledge and passion for the game is clearly evident. I will definitely recommend this shop to all of my family and friends! Thanks again Aljoe!!! read more

Ive been playing golf (badly) for years. I cant hit a driver, and since shoulder surgery, have lost yardage and flexibility, adding to my poor play... I went in to Grip It and Rip it on the off chance that they could maybe show me how to hit a driver without a banana slice, maybe waste some money on another club I don't need and cant hit. Alan took one look at my bag and my swing, and did me wonders. He explained that, with my lower swing speed I might benefit more from graphite shafts, rather than steel like I had, but after getting warm, he said I could actually stick with the steel if I was okay with them. Then, EYEBALLING me, he could tell my arms were longer than average and when he checked, he was spot on - my clubs needed the lie custom fit to me. He suggested all I really needed was to regrip my set and adjust the lie - he could do all the work for under $175. That's like the price of a single nice club or putter. So why not? That, and he gave me some great advice on ball placement when hitting my driver. BEST DAMN MONEY I EVER SPENT!!! Went out the next day and stunned my friends and myself at how much my game improved! I birdied a par 4 from 50 yards out with my 56* wedge, and the rest of my game was way improved. I even used my driver the entire game! I haven't hit that thing in two + years... You NEED to go to this place. Small shop, but you get great attention, and these guys know their golf! Thanks Alan!! I read more

This is the best golf shop ever. They really want to help you improve your game. This is the ONLY place I will be going for advice or to have my clubs worked on. I have told everyone that I golf with about this shop. I just bought a slightly used 1W and AJ set it up for me after asking me a few questions, I went to the driving range after and he had taken the slice I had almost out of my drive plus gave me about 20 more yards. I can't say enough about how great AJ and his shop are! It's worth stopping in I did and now I will not go anywhere else! read more