Holy Grail Hitting Strip V2 vs PLUS: Which Golf Simulator Hitting Strip Is Right for You?

The Holy Grail Hitting Strip V2 ($179.99) and the Holy Grail Hitting Strip PLUS ($199.00) are both premium golf simulator hitting strips built on the same Money Putt turf surface with the same realistic ball flight feedback and joint protection. The single deciding difference is feel at impact: the V2 delivers a softer, more forgiving surface while the PLUS uses 3 inch foam support strips for a firmer, more connected feel that still protects your joints.

What Is the Holy Grail Hitting Strip?

The Holy Grail Hitting Strip is a purpose built golf simulator hitting insert manufactured by Gungho Golf and designed to sit flush within a putting turf surface at a height of 1 3/8 inches. It is constructed with a Money Putt turf face layer over an internal foam support system and secured in place with adhesive backed Velcro on the front and rear supports. Both the V2 and the PLUS deliver the same core performance promise: realistic turf interaction that produces true to life ball flight, honest feedback on fat shots with noticeable carry distance loss of 20% or more, and genuine joint protection by allowing the club to continue moving through impact rather than decelerating sharply. Both versions are available in three sizes — 12x30, 12x35, and 12x46.5 — are in stock, and ship in 1 to 2 days.

What Is the Difference Between the Holy Grail V2 and the PLUS?

The only structural difference between the two strips is the foam support system inside, and that difference produces a meaningfully different feel underfoot and at impact.

The Holy Grail Hitting Strip V2 uses four foam support strips running edge to edge across the full width of the hitting area. This design replaced the original three 1 inch strips to eliminate soft spots near the edges and deliver consistent feel across the entire surface. The result is a soft, joint friendly feel that the Holy Grail lineup has always been known for. Golfers who want a forgiving surface for long practice sessions, or who are managing wrist or elbow sensitivity, will prefer the V2.

The Holy Grail Hitting Strip PLUS uses 3 inch foam support strips running edge to edge, which creates a firmer, more stable, more connected feel at impact. The PLUS is not a hard mat. It still maintains full injury protection and allows natural club movement through the hitting zone, but it delivers a more grounded, solid sensation at impact that better replicates the feel of striking off firm turf. Golfers who find the V2 too soft, who prefer a firmer surface feel, or who want slightly more stability throughout the hitting area will prefer the PLUS.

Both strips punish fat shots identically. When the club strikes behind the ball, it descends below the ball, impact rides higher on the face, and ball flight drops by at least 20% in carry distance. Neither strip masks poor contact.

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Who Should Choose the Holy Grail V2?

The Holy Grail Hitting Strip V2 is the right choice for golfers who want the softest, most forgiving feel the Holy Grail lineup offers. It is the better pick for players who practice in long daily sessions and prioritize joint comfort above all else, golfers managing existing wrist or elbow issues, and anyone who found previous hitting surfaces too firm or jarring at impact. The V2 also suits golfers who simply prefer the feel of a softer surface underfoot and do not find the give excessive. At $179.99 it is the more affordable of the two options and carries the same money back satisfaction guarantee.

Who Should Choose the Holy Grail PLUS?

The Holy Grail Hitting Strip PLUS is the right choice for golfers who want a firmer, more grounded feel at impact without sacrificing the injury protection the Holy Grail is built on. The 3 inch internal foam delivers a more stable, connected sensation at impact that more closely resembles striking off firm fairway turf. It suits golfers who found the V2 or original Holy Grail too soft, players who prefer a firmer surface feel but are not willing to use a conventional rubber mat that risks joint damage over time, and anyone who prioritizes surface stability and feedback clarity over maximum forgiveness. At $199.00 it is $19.01 more than the V2.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between the Holy Grail Hitting Strip V2 and the PLUS? The only difference is the internal foam construction. The V2 uses thinner foam support strips for a softer, more forgiving feel. The PLUS uses 3 inch foam support strips for a firmer, more connected feel at impact. Both provide full joint protection, identical fat shot feedback, and the same Money Putt turf surface.

Does the Holy Grail PLUS protect your joints like the V2? Yes. The Holy Grail PLUS maintains the same joint protection design as the V2. The 3 inch foam still allows the club to move through impact naturally rather than decelerating sharply, which is the primary cause of wrist and elbow injury on conventional rubber mats. A firmer feel does not mean harder on your body with the Holy Grail PLUS.

Do both strips give feedback on fat shots? Yes. Both the V2 and the PLUS punish fat contact identically. When you strike behind the ball, the club travels below the ball, impact moves higher on the face, and carry distance drops by 20% or more. Neither version masks poor contact the way many conventional mats do.

What sizes are available for both strips? Both the Holy Grail V2 and the Holy Grail PLUS are available in three sizes: 12x30, 12x35, and 12x46.5. Custom sizing is also available for golfers with an existing floor cutout or mat system. Contact Gungho Golf directly for a custom quote.

How do I install the Holy Grail Hitting Strip? Both strips install flush into a putting turf surface raised with a 1 inch sublayer of Foamular or EVA foam tiles. Cut the hole to 12.25 inches wide by the length of your strip for a snug front and back fit with approximately 1/8 inch clearance on each long side. Adhesive backed Velcro on the front and rear supports holds the strip securely in position. Both strips can also be used standalone directly on bare or painted concrete.

Which Holy Grail Hitting Strip should a beginner buy? Beginners and golfers with any joint sensitivity should start with the Holy Grail V2. The softer foam construction is more forgiving during longer practice sessions and provides maximum comfort while your swing develops. Move to the PLUS if you find the V2 feel too soft once you are hitting consistently.