LAMKIN EXPANDS 2012 GRIP COLLECTION WITH NEW MODELS FOR WEDGES, ADJUSTABLE CLUBS AND LOADS OF STYLE.
SAN DIEGO, December 5, 2011 --Lamkin Corporation, a leading manufacturer of premium golf grips, has unveiled its 2012 collection infused with more sizes, styles, materials and colors to create a menu of custom choices for every golfer. This year’s lineup features grips engineered to help lower scores and improve games, including new offerings specifically crafted for wedges and adjustable clubs, as well as grips priced perfectly for value-minded shoppers. R.E.L. 3GEN Grip now includes 11 new color options and more sizes to fit a wider range of golfers than ever before. Undersize, Standard, Midsize and Oversize models are designed to ensure that every golfer can find the perfect fit to help lower his or her scores.
“Playing a well-fit, high quality grip is the first step towards shaving strokes off your game,” explains Lamkin President and CEO Bob Lamkin. “That’s Lamkin’s mission: to help golfers play better. We wake up every day with that goal in mind.”
Adjustable club users will appreciate Lamkin’s orientation-free R.E.L. 3GEN 360° Grip. Its uniform design, free of logos or alignment markings, enables users to accommodate their set up (open, neutral or closed) without compromising clubhead position. The R.E.L. features a minimal surface pattern to maximize surface contact with a golfer’s hands, providing extra comfort while reducing the need for excessive grip pressure throughout the swing.
The new Lamkin Performance Plus 3GEN Wedge Grip is constructed from the company’s proprietary vibration-dampening 3GEN synthetic rubber compound that protects hands while providing shot feedback and improved scoring opportunities. With an additional inch of coverage versus traditional grips, this wedge tool accommodates choking down on the club for greater control of shots around the green. Two visual “buttons” are located 1.5 inches apart to guide more precise and repeatable hand placement, resulting in more consistent swings.
Lamkin’s new X10 Grips were introduced as a solution for golfers stretched by today’s tough economy. This value-priced X10 is made of a durable, proprietary synthetic rubber material designed to last round after round. Like the R.E.L. 3GEN Grip, the X10 is available in Undersize, Standard, Midsize and Oversize, and features hand positioning guides and a well-spaced surface pattern for optimal traction and shot control.
Lamkin’s 2012 grip collection will be available through golf specialty, online retailers and green grass shops beginning November 2011. For more information about Lamkin Grips, visit www.LamkinGrips.com.
LAMKIN GRIPS LEADS IN LOYALTY.
SAN DIEGO, November 16, 2011 -- In an era when attention spans are 140 characters in length and exaggerated marketing claims drive consumers to switch brands every day, one 86-year old company has proven that when a product is just right for its users, loyalty follows.
According to a recent survey conducted by Amateur Golf, Lamkin Grips has emerged as the brand inspiring nearly twice as much loyalty as its nearest competitor.
The nation’s top website site for competitive amateur golf polled its member base to gather data about purchasing habits when re-gripping clubs. The survey found that nine out of ten current Lamkin users prefer to stay with their current grip rather than try a new manufacturers’ product. Comparatively, the next-leading manufacturers’ users were more than twice as likely to try a new grip from a competing brand.
“Lamkin always has been a company passionate about the game of golf” says Bob Lamkin, the company’s president and CEO. “In making grips, our focus is on improving a golfer’s game by improving their connection to the club. I’d like to believe consumers keep coming back to Lamkin because we are committed to producing the best grip for every type of golfer, regardless of age, gender or handicap.”
The survey of avid golfers further revealed that among Lamkin users, more than 90 percent are “happy with [their] grips the way they are,” whereas 30 percent of the competitors’ users reported that they were not happy with their current grips.
In addition to millions of passionate and recreational golfers worldwide, Lamkin proudly provides grips to the nation’s premier golf club manufacturers. Lamkin’s loyal fan base also includes top Tour players – two of whom used Lamkin Grips to secure wins at the 2011 British Open and the 2011 PGA Championship.
LAMKIN GRIPS SCORES RECORD NUMBER OF PGA TOUR WINS IN 2011.
SAN DIEGO, September 12, 2011 -- Lamkin Corporation, a leading manufacturer of premium golf grips, is finishing the 2011 PGA Tour regular season with a record 10 Tour wins, including first-place finishes at both the British Open and PGA Championship. "Lamkin grips continued to gain significant momentum with Tour players in 2011. Needless to say, I'm thrilled that the winners of the last two Majors were both using Lamkin grips!" said Bob Lamkin, President and CEO.
Scoring a victory at the 2011 British Open, the winner of the tournament used the Sure-Tac Classic Half-Cord, a grip exclusively manufactured for Tour players. Made of Lamkin's highly durable synthetic rubber, the Sure-Tac was the inspiration for the top-selling 85th Anniversary Sure-Tac grip. The Sure-Tac family of gris is both tacky and firm, providing great feel and exceptional torsion rigidity.
The winner of the PGA Championship used one of Lamkin's best-selling and most popular grips, gaining his PGA Championship win with the classic Crossline Full-Cord. One of the most popular grips among Tour players, the Crossline Full-Cord is the ultimate high-traction, wet-weather golf grip. In 2011, Lamkin cord grips were the most popular full-cord golf grips on the PGA Tour.
Mr. Lamkin continued, "Lamkin has a very loyal following of Tour players currently using our golf grips. We're extremely proud of our expanded success with Tour players, but we're just as focused on providing the same level of service and extensive selection of performance-enhancing grips to the millions of worldwide golfers who aren't playing on the Tour."
LAMKIN GRIPS PARTNERS WITH GOLF NATIONAL TO LEVERAGE EXPANSION OPPORTUNITIES IN AUSTRALIA.
SAN DIEGO, August 22, 2011 -- Lamkin Corporation, a leading manufacturer of premium golf grips, proudly selects Golf National Pty. as its new distributor for the Australia market. Lamkin, in announcing the appointment, emphasized the importance of Australia to its global after-market business strategy. Lamkin chose Golf National because of its superior marketing plans, extensive network of shipping points and personal relationships with thousands of golf professionals throughout the country.
"Golf National will be very active in building an even stronger brand presence for Lamkin Grips in Australia. With 10 dedicated sales reps providing unsurpassed service and support, Golf National is ideally suited to support our goal of penetrating all regions of this very important market." said Bob Lamkin, President and CEO.
Golf National, headquartered in Queensland, operates four distribution facilities throughout Australia. They are a leading distributor of shafts, golf grips, tees and accessories. Commenting on their new relationship with Lamkin Grips, Golf National's CEO, Trevor Nash, said "The Lamkin brand has a tremendous history in the golf industry and is synonymous with uncompromising quality. We're thrilled to add this best-in-class line to our assortment of premium golf products".
Lamkin Grip's VP of Sales, Peter Brown, added, "Trevor and Simon Nash have impressive ideas for growing the Lamkin business in Australia. The Golf National marketing plan is thorough and we are confident in their ability to execute it fully. This partnership will ensure that golfers throughout Australia will enjoy improved access to the full portfolio of Lamkin grips."
LAMKIN GRIPS ANNOUNCES NEW PARTNERSHIP WITH BRITTAIN, WYNYARD, LTD. FOR DISTRIBUTION IN NEW ZEALAND.
SAN DIEGO, August 17, 2011 -- Lamkin Corporation, a leading manufacturer of premium golf grips, has opened a direct relationship with Brittain Wynyard & Co Ltd; naming the distributor its partner for sales and marketing in New Zealand. Lamkin expands its global reach tapping one of New Zealand's largest distributors of sporting goods. Brittain, Wynyard & Co serves the country's golf industry with the most extensive sales service team and superior logistics.
"We are strongly focused on expanding the after-market segment of our business throughout the world. Our partnership with Brittain Wynyard & Co gives Lamkin Grips with the ideal infrastructure to significantly deepen our penetration in this region." said Bob Lamkin, President and CEO.
The highly respected distributor has a distinguished history of effectively promoting and distributing top tier sports equipment throughout New Zealand. "We're very excited to strengthen our partnership with Lamkin, and look forward to providing all New Zealand golfers with access to the industry's top performing golf grips," said Golf Division Manager, Sam Sullivan
Lamkin Grip's VP of Sales, Peter Brown, added, "With three dedicated service reps, supported by world class logistics, Brittain, Wynyard has excellent coverage in New Zealand. We have every confidence that our new relationship will dramatically accelerate Lamkin's growth in this region."
Lamkin Grips, a family owned company since 1925, consistently delivers the highest quality, most game-enhancing and best feeling golf grips. With the industry's broadest assortment of styles, surface patterns, textures and sizes, Lamkin gives players at every level a better feel for their game. Their history of excellence has made Lamkin the chosen golf grip of nearly every premium club manufacturer, as well as millions of casual, avid and professional golfers around the world.
For more company and product information, go to www.lamkingrips.com or call (800) 642-7755.
LAMKIN GRIPS ANNOUNCES PLANS TO PROVIDE FREE GRIPS TO COLLEGE GOLF PROGRAMS
SAN DIEGO, March 18, 2011-- As a co-sponsor of the 2011 San Diego Inter-Collegiate Championship, held at the San Diego Country Club on March 14-15, Lamkin Grips kicked off its new collegiate initiative by offering premium grips and grip installation to all members of the 12 teams in attendance. Lamkin's College Support Program provides free golf grips to all coaches of Division I and II college teams.
"I'm passionate about this program because it allows us to give something back to the players and coaches who work so hard to maintain the integrity of this great game," said CEO Bob Lamkin.
Lamkin Grips is an equal opportunity provider. Its newest initiative is available to any eligible Division I and II women's golf teams as well. Coaches who are interested in receiving new grips can select from any of Lamkin's current grips and then send their request directly to griprequest@lamkingrips.com.
Maintaining and upgrading a player's grips is a critical component for all golfers, but is especially important at the collegiate level with such a high number of rounds played.
At last weekend's San Diego Intercollegiate Classic, where local powers San Diego State (ranked No. 6 nationally) and the University of San Diego (No. 19) finish third and fourth, respectively, the field was ripe for an opportunity that only Lamkin Grips could provide.
"We're always trying to educate golfers on the importance of regripping," said Lamkin. "After 50-60 rounds, or about once a year for most golfers, clubs should be regripped. At the collegiate level, players are regripping much more often. Providing free grips to their coaches is a great bonus!"
Lamkin Corporation, a privately owned company headquartered in San Diego, is a leading producer of premium golf grips. For over 85 years, Lamkin has crafted superior grips that provide golfers with an enhanced playing experience. This history of excellence has made Lamkin the chosen grip of nearly every club manufacturer and golfers throughout the world. For more company and product information, go to Lamkin Grips.com.
THE LAMKIN CORPORATION ANNOUNCES STRATEGIC EXPANSION TO EXECUTIVE TEAM
SAN DIEGO, January 13, 2011 -- The Lamkin Corporation, a leading manufacturer of premium golf grips, is very pleased to announce key additions to its executive leadership team. Dave Claas, who joined the Lamkin Corporation in 2007, was promoted to President and will assume responsibility over day-to-day operations in their San Diego headquarters, as well as manufacturing facilities in both China and Mexico. In addition to over 16 years of engineering, product development and manufacturing experience, Claas has led high-functioning production teams throughout Asia and Latin America. Under his leadership, Lamkin has achieved significant growth in the OEM segment of the golf grip category.
"I am thrilled to promote Dave Claas to this position. Much of Lamkin's recent success can be attributed to Dave's ability to build highly productive and efficient manufacturing networks. With Dave overseeing day-to-day operations, I will remain focused on strategic growth opportunities and business development initiatives to drive continued expansion of the Lamkin brand," said Bob Lamkin, CEO.
Lamkin is also pleased to announce the hiring of a new Vice President of Sales, Peter Brown. Brown brings with him an impressive 30 years of sales and marketing experience for top consumer electronics and high technology companies including Hitachi, Philips and Sanyo. His background includes both domestic and international leadership roles with oversight responsibility for numerous distribution models. With a consistent track record of expanding sales in intensely competitive business environments, Brown is a highly accomplished, customer-centric sales leader. His responsibilities for the Lamkin Corporation will focus on worldwide OEM and after-market sales functions.
Also joining the Lamkin team is Kerri Kauffman, the company's new Sr. Director of Marketing. Kauffman has devoted the majority of her 15 years of marketing and product management experience to the sports industry. Prior to joining Lamkin, Kauffman spent over a decade with The Upper Deck Company and executed major product development, athlete acquisition, licensing and marketing programs that helped drive significant sales growth in their baseball, football, hockey and golf business units. In addition to overseeing all of Lamkin's marketing communications, Kauffman is also responsible for providing support to the expanded sales team and leading product development initiatives.
"Peter and Kerri are tremendous additions to the Lamkin organization and will play a vital role in helping us achieve sustained growth in the golf grip category", said new President Dave Claas.
CEO Bob Lamkin added, "This is an exciting time for Lamkin. We're adding new resources so that we can continue to expand our business."
The promotion of Dave Class, and the addition of Peter Brown and Kerri Kauffman, complete the executive management team that also includes VP of Finance, Adam Colton, and Director of China Operations, Steve Tallman.
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Lamkin Corporation, a privately owned company headquartered in San Diego, is a leading producer of premium golf grips. For over 85 years, Lamkin has crafted superior grips that provide golfers with an enhanced playing experience. This history of excellence has made Lamkin the chosen grip of nearly every club manufacturer and golfers throughout the world. For more company and product information, go to www.lamkingrips.com or call (800) 642-7755.
LAMKIN LAUNCHES NEW PUTTER GRIP LINE--E.B.L. WITH 3GEN
SAN DIEGO, Nov. 15, 2010-- Founder Elver B. Lamkin established the company on golf grip innovation and then built the organization into a leader of the entire grip market. "We're proud to honor my grandfather with new putter grips named with his initials," says Bob Lamkin, the third generation CEO of Lamkin Corporation. The E.B.L. Putter Grips feature proven functional and innovative 3GEN synthetic rubber compound that can help golfers improve control of their strokes. The four E.B.L. models combine popular and timeless shapes with this revolutionary year-old material, allowing golfers to keep their forearms relaxed, apply very light grip pressure and minimize hand tension for smooth, consistent strokes.
E.B.L. Pistol Because putting is all about feel, the E.B.L. Pistol putter grip touts the thin, smaller pistol shape better golfers seek. It's made of Lamkin's patent pending 3GEN material, which is a synthetic rubber compound that reduces any vibration without dulling the feel of the putt. This allows you to keep your forearms relaxed, apply very light grip pressure and minimize hand tension for smooth, consistent strokes. The grip features opposing patterns on top and back – both with optimized surface-to-pattern ratios to promote the best possible feel, as well as maximize hand traction and tackiness. The top gray panel has a repeating pattern of tees, while the black backside has alternating-sized ovals – so that your fingers get a slightly different feel than your thumbs. The color combination creates a traditional muted look that better players gravitate toward. (Weight: 73 grams, MSRP: $7.99)
E.B.L. Smooth Pistol This grip bears the same thin, small pistol shape as the E.B.L. Pistol, but has no surface pattern -- resulting in a super-soft feel and ultimate tackiness. It's made of Lamkin's patent pending 3GEN material, which is a synthetic rubber compound that reduces any vibration without dulling the feel of the putt. This allows you to keep your forearms relaxed, apply light grip pressure and minimize hand tension for smooth, consistent strokes. The material will not absorb any moisture, and its tackiness is activated by toweling off the grip or using a light abrasive brush. It continually performs better if it's cleaned regularly. This all-white grip's only marking is a Lamkin logo. (Weight: 79 grams, MSRP: $6.99)
This standard-sized paddle grip features opposing patterns on top and back – both with optimized surface-to-pattern ratios to promote the best possible feel, as well as maximize hand traction and tackiness. The red front panel has a repeating pattern of tees, while the black backside has alternating-sized ovals – so that your fingers get a slightly different feel than your thumbs. The grip itself is thicker than the E.B.L. Pistol and has a more constant taper. Thus, it fits differently in a golfer's hands than the E.B.L. Pistol. It's made of Lamkin's patent pending 3GEN material, which is a synthetic rubber compound that reduces vibration without dulling the feel of your putt. This allows you to keep your forearms relaxed, apply very light grip pressure and minimize hand tension for smooth, consistent strokes. The material will not absorb any moisture, and by simply brushing it with a wet towel, not only will any dirt or grime be removed from the grip, but also the material's incredible tackiness will be reactivated. (Weight: 76 grams, MSRP: $8.99)
E.B.L. Midsize Paddle This larger paddle-shaped grip is ideal for golfers with bigger hands or for those who want to take their wrists out of the stroke. It features opposing patterns on the front and rear that feel distinctively different from one another. This grip also boasts the same opposing pattern as the E.B.L. Pistol and E.B.L. Paddle – so that your fingers get a slightly different feel than your thumbs. It's made of Lamkin's patent pending 3GEN material, which is a synthetic rubber compound that reduces vibration without dulling the feel of your putts. This allows you to keep your forearms relaxed, apply light grip pressure and minimize hand tension for smooth, consistent strokes. By simply brushing it with a wet towel, not only will any dirt or grime be removed from the grip, but also the material's incredible tackiness will be reactivated. (Weight: 93 grams, MSRP: $10.99)
Lamkin Corporation, a privately owned company headquartered in San Diego, has been manufacturing the highest quality and best performing grips in the golf industry for over 85 years. From golf's finest leather grips to unmatched proprietary compounds such as patent pending 3GEN, Lamkin grips give players at every level a better feel for their game. This history of excellence has made Lamkin the chosen grip of nearly every major club manufacturer and golfers throughout the world, including Mr. Arnold Palmer.
For more company and product information, go to www.lamkingrips.com or call (800) 642-7755.
LAMKIN LAUNCHES NEW R.E.L. 3GEN GRIP
SAN DIEGO, Nov. 9, 2010-- Building upon the success of its Hot List gold-rated N-DUR and Performance Plus 3GEN grips, Lamkin has introduced its newest grip, the R.E.L. with 3GEN. It features Lamkin's patent pending 3GEN synthetic rubber compound. The R.E.L. with 3GEN is a premium grip for all woods and irons that combines this revolutionary material with a distinctive surface pattern. Both of these aspects together allow the golfer to apply very light grip pressure and gain more control of the club throughout the golf swing.
R.E.L. are the initials of former Lamkin president Robert E. Lamkin, who cultivated the company foundation on both golf grip innovation and commanding leadership in the entire grip market. Bob Lamkin, his son and currently the third generation CEO of Lamkin, says, "I'm thrilled to honor my Dad with a new grip bearing his initials. His visionary thinking saved the company in the 1960s. His plan to transition from leather to rubber grips was quite progressive at the time."
The R.E.L. is Lamkin's first 3GEN model with a traditional taper. Unlike the N-DUR and Performance Plus 3GEN models that have a reduced taper and larger bottom hand profile, the R.E.L. was patterned after Lamkin's Crossline, the company's best selling and most-popular grip on Tour. The revised surface pattern provides maximum grip surface area, thus exposing more of the 3GEN material to the surface of the hand, so that the grip allows for an unparalleled tack and feel. The grip is easy to hold and protects hands from slipping -- allowing the golfer to achieve higher swing speeds while maintaining control.
R.E.L. is offered in black with a white butt cap. The color will remain vibrant for the life of the grip and won't fade like colors in traditional compound grips that succumb to a thin ozone layer and potent ultraviolet rays. It weighs 52 grams and its MSRP is $7.99.
In addition, Lamkin's popular Perma-Wrap Classic, a standard-sized, wrap-style grip, is now available in solid white and made with 3GEN. The tactile surface is durable and helps keep the club in position with very light tension. The compound's unique, impact-softening qualities enhance player control through swing and impact without compromising any feel to the player. It weighs 52 grams and its MSRP is $7.99.
Lamkin's proprietary 3GEN material, a very unique synthetic rubber compound that's both soft and tacky, provides unmatched "single-strike" vibration-dampening properties that protect a golfer's hands and arm joints from jarring shockwaves. Used in other applications and industries, 3GEN mutes virtually all vibration and stinging of the hands at impact, providing an incredibly soft feel. The material maintains a high level of tackiness and can be easily wiped for a fresh feel and excellent traction. Unlike soft polyurethane grips, 3GEN is a form of synthetic rubber that has very low torque – similar to that of a traditional rubber grip -- and will not feel as if it's sliding around the shaft at impact. That firmness lasts throughout the life of the grip. The material will not absorb any moisture and it continually performs better if it's cleaned regularly. By simply brushing it with a wet towel, not only will any dirt or grime be removed from the grip, but also the material's incredible tackiness will be reactivated.
Recently Lamkin's N-DUR with 3GEN grip and its Performance Plus with 3GEN grip both received Hot List gold ratings from Golf Digest. Of the 52 grips reviewed based on the grip's technology story, playability and feel, only four grips received a gold rating, and Lamkin grips accounted for two of them. In addition, Lamkin's Crossline Tour grip received a silver rating.
Lamkin Corporation, a privately owned company headquartered in San Diego, has been manufacturing the highest quality and best performing grips in the golf industry for over 85 years. From golf's finest leather grips to unmatched proprietary compounds such as patent pending 3GEN, Lamkin grips give players at every level a better feel for their game. This history of excellence has made Lamkin the chosen grip of nearly every major club manufacturer and golfers throughout the world, including Mr. Arnold Palmer.
For more company and product information, go to www.lamkingrips.com or call (800) 642-7755.
LAMKIN GRIPS RECEIVE GOLF DIGEST HOT LIST GOLD RATINGS
SAN DIEGO, OCT. 10, 2010-- Lamkin's 3GEN grip and its Performance Plus with 3GEN grip both received Hot List gold ratings in Golf Digest. The grip Hot List appeared in Golf Digest's November issue. Judges reviewed 52 grips and selected their top 10 based on the grip's technology story, playability and feel. Only four grips received a gold rating, with Lamkin grips accounting for two of them. In addition, Lamkin's Crossline Tour grip received a silver rating.
Both gold-rated grips feature Lamkin's patent-pending 3GEN material, a synthetic rubber that dampens vibration and stays tacky in all weather conditions. The material will not absorb any moisture and can be easily wiped for a fresh feel and excellent traction. It continually performs better if it's cleaned regularly. By simply brushing it with a wet towel, not only will any dirt or grime be removed from the grip, but also the material's incredible tackiness will be reactivated.
The N-DUR grip's dual-surface pattern design is functionally innovative, helping alleviate hand tension from the swing so that golfers can play better. The back or underside colored panel bears a series of hexagonal patterns. Within each hexagon is a small indented cylinder. Near the butt end of the grip, those indented cylinders are much more pronounced than towards the bottom to provide more feel and help secure the golfer's top three fingers of the underside hand. Meanwhile, the smoother front-side panel surface pattern feels distinctively comfortable. This design helps players to get the grip in their fingers where it's supposed to be, and ease their hand pressure, tension, and thus fatigue - getting them maximum traction and control throughout the swing without having to squeeze the grip. Working in conjunction with one another, the dual panels also protect hands from slipping -- allowing the golfer to achieve higher swing speeds while maintaining control. It is available in three color combinations, Black/White, Royal Blue/White, and Red/White.
The Performance Plus with 3GEN grips have a reduced taper profile that allows the golfer's hands to work together as one unit, providing more control over the club with less grip pressure. The dimensions were made so that the right hand area is slightly larger with less taper, making a size that couples with the surface pattern to allow the golfer to have a unified grip with less tension throughout the entire swing -- resulting in higher swing speeds, more control over shots, and more distance. It is currently available in white.
Lamkin's Crossline Tour grip, which received a silver rating, was developed with input from PGA Tour pros. This popular grip for woods and irons features a refined surface pattern and a soft rubber compound that delivers the enhanced feel that Tour pros seek. It is pleasantly tacky, allowing a golfer to ease hand pressure and still maintain perfect control of the club through the swing and impact. It's also a great choice for humid weather because it has hundreds of indentations for optimal traction. The Crossline Tour is available in rubber and in full cord models that feature a soft rubber compound and unique cord buffing process, resulting in a significantly less-abrasive feel than traditional cord grips while still delivering the full cord functionality that players require. There are also Midsize and Oversize versions.
Lamkin Corporation, a privately owned company headquartered in San Diego, has been manufacturing the highest quality and best performing grips in the golf industry for 85 years. From golf's finest leather grips to unmatched proprietary compounds, Lamkin grips give players at every level a better feel for their game. This history of excellence has made Lamkin the chosen grip of nearly every major club manufacturer and golfers throughout the world.
Media contact:
Kim Doren, Director of Marketing/Communications.
(619) 661-7090 or (619) 370-3141
kdoren@lamkingrips.com
For more company and product information, go to www.lamkingrips.com or call (800) 642-7755.
LAMKIN GRIPS ARE WINNERS AT THE FEDEX CUP
SAN DIEGO, SEPT. 28, 2010-- Lamkin had a strong showing at the recent FedEx Cup playoffs. The winners of The Barclays, the Deutsche Bank Championship, and THE TOUR Championship all used Lamkin grips.
So far this year on the PGA Tour, Lamkin grips have recorded seven victories and over 70 Top Ten finishes. At the forthcoming Ryder Cup, four European team members and two U.S. team members will be using Lamkin grips.
Lamkin Corporation, a privately owned company headquartered in San Diego, has been manufacturing the highest quality and best performing grips in the golf industry for 85 years. From golf's finest leather grips to unmatched proprietary compounds, Lamkin grips give players at every level a better feel for their game. This history of excellence has made Lamkin the chosen grip of nearly every major club manufacturer and golfers throughout the world.
Media contact:
Kim Doren, Director of Marketing/Communications.
(619) 661-7090 or (619) 370-3141
kdoren@lamkingrips.com
For more company and product information, go to www.lamkingrips.com or call (800) 642-7755.
LAMKIN HIRES STEVE TALLMAN AS DIRECTOR OF CHINA OPERATIONS
SAN DIEGO, MAY 10, 2010-- Leading grip manufacturer Lamkin Corporation has announced that Steve Tallman has been hired as the company's Director of China Operations. Tallman comes to Lamkin after extensive global work in manufacturing with John Deere, the world's leading manufacturer of agricultural equipment and a Fortune 200 Company. Deere is a recognized leader in Lean Manufacturing. In the past 10 years at John Deere, Tallman has worked in Illinois, North Carolina, Germany, India and most recently Tianjin, China. He holds an MBA from the University of Iowa and a B.S. in Industrial and Manufacturing Technology from Iowa State University.
"Steve's knowledge of strategic manufacturing planning, lean manufacturing, and project management made him the ideal choice to lead Lamkin's expanding China operations," says Bob Lamkin, President and CEO.
"I'm thrilled to have the opportunity to work for Lamkin and to lead the China team. Former acting director Dan Schott built a strong foundation and I'm excited to have the chance to further enhance and improve operations," says Tallman.
Lamkin Corporation, a privately owned company headquartered in San Diego, has been manufacturing the highest quality and best performing grips in the golf industry for 85 years. From golf's finest leather grips to unmatched proprietary compounds, Lamkin grips give players at every level a better feel for their game. This history of excellence has made Lamkin the chosen grip of nearly every major club manufacturer and golfers throughout the world.
Media contact:
Kim Doren, Director of Marketing/Communications.
(619) 661-7090 or (619) 370-3141
kdoren@lamkingrips.com
For more company and product information, go to www.lamkingrips.com or call (800) 642-7755.
LAMKIN HIRES ADAM COLTON AS VICE PRESIDENT OF FINANCE
SAN DIEGO, MAY 17, 2010-- Leading grip manufacturer Lamkin Corporation has announced that Adam Colton has been hired as the company's Vice President of Finance. Colton has worked for a number of organizations, including Hewlett-Packard, PriceWaterhouseCoopers and H20 Audio. Adam holds an MBA from Wharton and a CPA.
"Adam's strong background in all areas of accounting, finance, risk management, human resources and operations make him a valuable addition to our team," says Bob Lamkin, President and CEO.
"I'm happy to have the chance to contribute my expertise to Lamkin. I truly enjoy the sporting goods industry and look forward to being part of a company with such a long and distinguished history," says Colton.
Lamkin Corporation, a privately owned company headquartered in San Diego, has been manufacturing the highest quality and best performing grips in the golf industry for 85 years. From golf's finest leather grips to unmatched proprietary compounds, Lamkin grips give players at every level a better feel for their game. This history of excellence has made Lamkin the chosen grip of nearly every major club manufacturer and golfers throughout the world.
Media contact:
Kim Doren, Director of Marketing/Communications.
(619) 661-7090 or (619) 370-3141
kdoren@lamkingrips.com For more company and product information, go to www.lamkingrips.com or call (800) 642-7755.
LAMKIN HIRES MIKE NEAL AS PGA TOUR REP
SAN DIEGO, January 14, 2010-- Leading grip manufacturer Lamkin Corporation has announced that Mike Neal has been hired as the company's PGA Tour representative. Mike has been a part of the golf industry for over twenty years, working full time on the PGA Tour since 2000. He holds a Class A Clubmakers certification.
"We are very happy to have Mike associated with Lamkin. We know that his relationship skills and equipment knowledge will be an asset to us as we continue to forge ties with professional golfers on the Tour," says Bob Lamkin, president and CEO.
Lamkin has been providing golf grips for Tour players since Arnold Palmer was winning his championships. Currently, three of the top ten players in the world use Lamkin grips.
"I'm excited to have the opportunity to work for the Lamkin Corporation as their PGA Tour rep," says Mike Neal. "It's an honor to be associated with a family operation that has made excellent quality golf grips since 1925."
Lamkin Corporation, a privately owned company headquartered in San Diego, has been manufacturing the highest quality and best performing grips in the golf industry for 85 years. From golf's finest leather grips to unmatched proprietary compounds, Lamkin grips give players at every level a better feel for their game. This history of excellence has made Lamkin the chosen grip of nearly every major club manufacturer and professional golfers worldwide.
Media contact:
Kim Doren, Director of Marketing/Communications.
(619) 661-7090 or (619) 370-3141
LAMKIN LAUNCHES NEW PERFORMANCE PLUS GRIP WITH 3GEN
SAN DIEGO, California, October 26, 2009-- Lamkin's Performance Plus grips for woods and irons were developed with the competitive golfer in mind. This fresh line extension for 2010 features the all-new, revolutionary 3GEN proprietary synthetic rubber compound, which is a complete material advancement that feels soft and tacky, and has superior vibration-dampening characteristics than polyurethane grips. It will be offered in white with black trim.
"The golf swing resonates with the grip. Having the proper grip on a club allows golfers to use less grip pressure, which boosts swing speed, control and confidence," says Bob Lamkin, president and CEO of Lamkin Corporation. "This is truly a material innovation that the golfer can feel. It also looks fantastic. Whenever I went to the course to test it, the pure white look attracted lots of attention."
Lamkin's new proprietary 3GEN material, a very unique synthetic rubber compound that's both soft and tacky, provides unmatched "single-strike" vibration-dampening properties that protect a golfer's hands and arm joints from jarring shockwaves. Used in other applications and industries, 3GEN mutes virtually all vibration and stinging of the hands at impact, providing an incredibly soft feel. The material maintains a high level of tackiness and can be easily wiped for a fresh feel and excellent traction. Unlike soft polyurethane grips, 3GEN is a form of synthetic rubber that has very low torque – similar to that of a traditional rubber grip -- and will not feel as if it's sliding around the shaft at impact. That firmness lasts throughout the life of the grip. 3GEN also features a vastly improved resistance to environmental aging and weathering factors. The material will not absorb any moisture and its tackiness is activated by toweling off the grip or using a light abrasive brush. It continually performs better if it's cleaned regularly.
Because Lamkin's Performance Plus grips were developed with the competitive golfer in mind, the dimensions of the upper and lower areas, along with the unique surface pattern, provide a unified, tension-free grip that can result in higher swing speeds. This design helps players set the grip in their fingers where it's supposed to be, to ease their hand pressure, tension and thus fatigue - getting them maximum traction and control throughout the swing without having to squeeze the grip. That control allows golfers to swing away with confidence and maximize their swing speed.
The grip's "Performance Plus" reduced taper profile allows the golfer's hands to work together as one unit, providing more control over the club with less grip pressure. The dimensions were made so that the right hand area is slightly larger (this is where PGA Tour pros typically build up the underlisting) with less taper, making a size that couples with the surface pattern to allow the golfer to have a unified grip with less tension throughout the entire swing -- resulting in higher swing speeds, more control over shots, and more distance.
Lamkin Corporation, a family owned company headquartered in San Diego, has been manufacturing the highest quality and best performing grips in the golf industry since 1925. From golf's finest leather grips to unmatched proprietary compounds, Lamkin grips give players at every level a better feel for their game. This history of excellence has made Lamkin the chosen grip of nearly every major club manufacturer and professional golfers worldwide.
Media contact: Kim Doren, Director of Marketing/Communications.
(619) 661-7090 kdoren@lamkingrips.com
SAN DIEGO, California, October 26, 2009-- Since 1925, Lamkin has left an enduring footprint on both golf grip innovation and the entire grip market. That tradition continues with the introduction of N-DUR with 3GEN, a brand-new functional and innovative proprietary synthetic rubber compound that can help golfers improve control of their swings. The N-DUR with 3GEN is Lamkin's latest premium grip for all woods and irons that combines distinctive surface pattern, a revolutionary new material, and tapered design. All three of these aspects blend to allow the golfer to apply very light grip pressure and gain more control of the club throughout the golf swing. The grips will be available in three color combinations, white/red, white/royal blue, and white/black.
"We are truly excited to introduce this technologically advanced grip," says Bob Lamkin, president and CEO of Lamkin Corporation. "The response among golfers who have tested the grip has been phenomenal. Its unique surface pattern and material characteristics make it playable in all weather conditions. And, in addition to be functionally excellent, it's colorful."
The dual-surface pattern design is functionally innovative, helping alleviate hand tension from the swing so that golfers can play better. The back or underside colored panel bears a series of hexagonal patterns. Within each hexagon is a small indented cylinder. Near the butt end of the grip, those indented cylinders are much more pronounced than towards the bottom - to provide more feel and help secure the golfer's top three fingers of the underside hand. Meanwhile, the smoother front-side panel surface pattern feels distinctively comfortable. This design helps players to get the grip in their fingers where it's supposed to be, and ease their hand pressure, tension, and thus fatigue - getting them maximum traction and control throughout the swing without having to squeeze the grip. Working in conjunction with one another, the dual panels also protect hands from slipping -- allowing the golfer to achieve higher swing speeds while maintaining control.
Lamkin's new proprietary 3GEN material, a very unique synthetic rubber compound that's both soft and tacky, provides unmatched "single-strike" vibration-dampening properties that protect a golfer's hands and arm joints from jarring shockwaves. Used in other applications and industries, 3GEN mutes virtually all vibration and stinging of the hands at impact, providing an incredibly soft feel. The material maintains a high level of tackiness and can be easily wiped for a fresh feel and excellent traction. Unlike soft polyurethane grips, 3GEN is a form of synthetic rubber that has very low torque - similar to that of a traditional rubber grip -- and will not feel as if it's sliding around the shaft at impact. That firmness lasts throughout the life of the grip. 3GEN also features a vastly improved resistance to environmental aging and weathering factors. The material will not absorb any moisture and its tackiness is activated by toweling off the grip or using a light abrasive brush. It continually performs better if it's cleaned regularly.
The grip's "Performance Plus"reduced taper profile from butt end to the bottom allows the golfer's hands to work together as one unit, providing more control over the club with less grip pressure. The dimensions were made so that the lower hand area is slightly larger (this is where PGA Tour pros typically request size bulk-up on their grips) with less taper, making a size that works gracefully with the surface pattern to allow the golfer to have a unified grip with less tension throughout the entire swing -- resulting in higher swing speeds, more control over shots, and more distance.
Lamkin Corporation, a family owned company headquartered in San Diego, has been manufacturing the highest quality and best performing grips in the golf industry since 1925. From golf's finest leather grips to unmatched proprietary compounds, Lamkin grips give players at every level a better feel for their game. This history of excellence has made Lamkin the chosen grip of nearly every major club manufacturer and professional golfers worldwide.
Media contact: Kim Doren, Director of Marketing/Communications.
(619) 661-7090 kdoren@lamkingrips.com For product information, call (800) 642-7755 or go to www.lamkingrips.com
LAMKIN INTRODUCES NEW 2TEN PUTTER GRIPS
SAN DIEGO, California, October 26, 2009-- Lamkin has introduced a new putter grip line for 2010, the 2TEN, available in three sizes. This polyurethane grip allows durability to marry comfort, for a seamless fit with the putter. The soft polymer outer layer keeps moisture out and forearms relaxed, to promote light grip pressure and minimize hand tension for smooth, consistent strokes.
The 2TEN putter grips are made of a proprietary, lightweight, soft (but not spongy soft) polyurethane. It comes in three sizes - Standard pistol, Midsize paddle and Oversized, the latter of which is called the Mega Lite. The color combination on all three is blue on top, red on the bottom, with a white thread stitching. The grip material also has increased durability -accomplished through its thickness and density -- to last longer than traditional polyurethane used in other grips on the market. Because it's thicker, there's more material between the underlisting and surface layer. The Standard pistol grip provides consistency and feel for extra-smooth putting strokes every time. The Midsize paddle grip provides a uniform stroke with relaxed tension to minimize wrist breakdown. The extra-large Mega Lite weighs roughly 30 percent less than standard oversized grips, to minimize hand pressure without adding weight.
"We are especially excited about the Mega-Lite 2TEN grip," says Bob Lamkin, president and CEO of Lamkin Corporation. "It weighs just 86 grams, which is about the same as most standard-sized putter grips, so golfers who want to use it won't sacrifice feel during their putts. They get the benefit of having a grip that eliminates their hand use during the stroke, causing putts to roll truer."
Oversize grips have become popular but the problem is, many of them are very heavy - up to 200 grams -- which means the golfer loses feel of the putter head during the stroke. Plus, the extra weight completely changes the performance characteristics of that putter. This grip model is much lighter, a feat that was accomplished by significantly reducing the density of the underlisting. That density reduction translates into a grip that can be made larger yet still weigh the same as a conventional putter grip. Thus, a golfer can use less grip pressure, remove the hands and wrists from the putting stroke, and thus take a much more natural stroke to get the ball rolling on target quicker. And any player currently using a standard-sized putter grip can easily make the transition to this oversized model without sacrificing feel.
In addition, the surface pattern works in conjunction with the dense material to help the golfer maintain complete control over the putter without having to squeeze too tight. The side is elegantly finished with a tight weave stitching.
Lamkin Corporation, a family owned company headquartered in San Diego, has been manufacturing the highest quality and best performing grips in the golf industry since 1925. From golf's finest leather grips to unmatched proprietary compounds, Lamkin grips give players at every level a better feel for their game. This history of excellence has made Lamkin the chosen grip of nearly every major club manufacturer and professional golfers worldwide.
Media contact: Kim Doren, Director of Marketing/Communications.
(619) 661-7090 kdoren@lamkingrips.com For product information, call (800) 642-7755 or go to www.lamkingrips.com
