Overgrip
An overgrip is the cheapest, fastest upgrade in padel: a thin wrap over your handle's base grip that renews tack, soaks up sweat, and lets you dial in exactly how the racket feels in your hand. This collection covers the...
Read MoreLessAn overgrip is the cheapest, fastest upgrade in padel: a thin wrap over your handle's base grip that renews tack, soaks up sweat, and lets you dial in exactly how the racket feels in your hand. This collection covers the tacky and dry overgrips we carry at Padel USA, in the colors and textures players actually ask for. Most committed players keep a few on hand and change them often, it's the difference between a confident hold and a racket slipping mid-swing.
What's the difference between tacky and dry overgrips?
Tacky overgrips have a sticky surface that locks the racket into your hand, favored by players who want maximum hold and a connected feel. Dry overgrips have a more absorbent, less sticky finish that wicks sweat and stays comfortable in humid play or for heavy sweaters. If your hands sweat a lot, lean dry; if you want grip security and don't sweat much, go tacky.
How do I wrap a padel overgrip?
Start at the bottom of the handle, peel the backing, and wrap upward in a spiral with each turn overlapping the last by a few millimeters, keeping light, even tension. Finish near the top and secure it with the included finishing tape. Wrap it firmly but not so tight that it bunches; a clean wrap takes a minute and you'll have it down after one or two tries.
How often should I replace my overgrip?
As soon as it stops gripping. Frequent players change overgrips every few sessions once they go slick or grimy; casual players can stretch one longer. Because overgrips are inexpensive, there's no reason to play on a dead one, a fresh wrap instantly restores feel and confidence in your hold.
Can I put an overgrip on over the original grip?
Yes, that's exactly how it's meant to be used. The overgrip goes over the racket's existing base grip, never replacing it, so it adds tack and sweat absorption while protecting the grip underneath. If you like a slightly thicker handle, you can even run two, though most players use a single overgrip for the best feel.
An overgrip is the cheapest, fastest upgrade in padel: a thin wrap over your handle's base grip that renews tack, soaks up sweat, and lets you dial in exactly how the racket feels in your hand. This collection covers the tacky and dry overgrips we carry at Padel USA, in the colors and textures players actually ask for. Most committed players keep a few on hand and change them often, it's the difference between a confident hold and a racket slipping mid-swing.
What's the difference between tacky and dry overgrips?
Tacky overgrips have a sticky surface that locks the racket into your hand, favored by players who want maximum hold and a connected feel. Dry overgrips have a more absorbent, less sticky finish that wicks sweat and stays comfortable in humid play or for heavy sweaters. If your hands sweat a lot, lean dry; if you want grip security and don't sweat much, go tacky.
How do I wrap a padel overgrip?
Start at the bottom of the handle, peel the backing, and wrap upward in a spiral with each turn overlapping the last by a few millimeters, keeping light, even tension. Finish near the top and secure it with the included finishing tape. Wrap it firmly but not so tight that it bunches; a clean wrap takes a minute and you'll have it down after one or two tries.
How often should I replace my overgrip?
As soon as it stops gripping. Frequent players change overgrips every few sessions once they go slick or grimy; casual players can stretch one longer. Because overgrips are inexpensive, there's no reason to play on a dead one, a fresh wrap instantly restores feel and confidence in your hold.
Can I put an overgrip on over the original grip?
Yes, that's exactly how it's meant to be used. The overgrip goes over the racket's existing base grip, never replacing it, so it adds tack and sweat absorption while protecting the grip underneath. If you like a slightly thicker handle, you can even run two, though most players use a single overgrip for the best feel.
