Padel Grips

Padel grips

The grip is one of the parts of the racket that wears the most over a season of matches. It usually sits hidden under the overgrip, but it's what the whole hold is built on. Once it loses thickness, cushioning or comfort, the feel changes more than a lot of players expect.

That's why some players only replace their overgrips, while others also renew the original grip once it starts to show wear. Getting the handle's original feel back can make the racket feel like it did in the first few sessions.

What does the grip do?

Grip and overgrip: what's the difference?

It's one of the most common questions. The grip is the original layer wrapped around the racket handle. The overgrips go on top, and those are the ones people usually swap most often.

An overgrip can be changed several times in a season. A grip tends to last longer. Even so, there comes a point when it needs replacing too, especially once the cushioning goes or it starts to break down.

When should you change the grip?

Some players notice the handle no longer feels the way it used to. Others see that the material is worn, or that the handle has lost some of its original thickness. These are common signs that a grip is near the end of its life.

Many also replace it when they want to change the handle size, or start again from a fresh base before putting on new overgrips.

A detail plenty of players miss

It's easy to think about the racket, the shoes or the balls and forget the handle. Yet it's the only point of contact between you and the racket for the whole match.

So a change that looks minor, like fitting a new grip, can alter how comfortable the racket feels from the first few shots.

Padel grips at Time2Padel

At Time2Padel you'll find padel grips to refresh your racket handle and set up the hold the way you like it. They're there for players who want to get their feel back, add some comfort or keep their kit in good shape.