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Lamkin Grips Help Tame Tough U.S. Open

SAN DIEGO, California, June 19, 2007 —SAN DIEGO —On a brutally tough U.S. Open course that refused to give up any final scores below par, many of the world’s best players trusted high-performance Lamkin grips to deliver stability, comfort and traction. The winningest grip in Lamkin history, the Crossline paired with the Lamkin Classic Half-Cord to capture two of the Top Four money positions at the 2007 U.S. Open Championship.

The popularity of Lamkin grips among the best players at the U.S. Open mirrors the strength of the Lamkin brand worldwide. According to the Official World Golf Ranking on 18 June 2007, two of the world’s Top Three golfers play grips designed and manufactured by Lamkin.

“For more than 80 years, golfers of all skill levels have turned to Lamkin grips for consistency and performance, but it’s very rewarding to see the world’s best players trust our grips when playing a course like Oakmont. The conditions were extremely difficult, and grip performance was critical with every shot,” says Bob Lamkin, president and CEO of Lamkin Corporation. “From our highly acclaimed Crossline grip to our new Dual Density Torsion Control Tour Series, Lamkin grips continue to lead the industry in advanced material engineering and performance-enhancing innovation.”

The company’s newest innovation — the new Dual Density Torsion Control Tour Series grips — perfectly illustrates Lamkin’s technological leadership. The Lamkin Dual Density Torsion Control Tour Series grip incorporates 20 separate, stabilizing bars to reduce torque and increase club control, and features Lamkin’s patented Laser-Tac™ surface technology to improve player performance. Unlike traditional grip patterns that can actually retain moisture, the Dual Density Torsion Control design utilizes a ‘moisture channeling’ pattern — similar to those found on high-performance tires — to enhance traction, feel and performance in all playing conditions. The Dual Density Torsion Control Tour Series grip also features a shock-absorbing outer layer that is strategically injected around the firmer base contours of the grip. Together, the unique design, material engineering and surface technology allow for consistent hand pressure throughout the swing which enables a golfer to generate more distance and accuracy.

Lamkin Corporation has been the chosen grip supplier for nearly every major golf club manufacturer and the preferred grip of professional golfers worldwide. From the new Dual Density Torsion Control Tour Series to the original Crossline, every Lamkin grip features the cutting-edge design, innovation and performance that have set industry standards for more than 80 years.