Padel Overgrip Guide: When and How to Change Your Grip
Players spend hours choosing a racket and then play for months with a worn, slippery grip. The overgrip is the only part of your racket you actually touch, and it has a bigger effect on control than most people realise.
What Is an Overgrip?
An overgrip is a thin, replaceable wrap that goes over the racket's base grip. It adds tackiness, absorbs sweat and can slightly increase the thickness of the handle. Because it is cheap and quick to change, it is the easiest way to keep your racket feeling new.
Why a Fresh Overgrip Matters
- Control: a tacky grip lets you hold the racket with a relaxed hand
- Comfort: a relaxed grip reduces tension through the forearm
- Sweat management: a fresh grip absorbs moisture instead of turning slippery
- Consistency: the racket sits in the same position in your hand shot after shot
How Often Should You Change Your Overgrip?
A simple rule: the more you play and the more you sweat, the more often you change it.
| How often you play | Change your overgrip |
|---|---|
| Once a week | Roughly every 3 to 4 weeks |
| 2 to 3 times a week | Roughly every 1 to 2 weeks |
| Competitive or daily play | Every few sessions, or before every match |
Signs Your Overgrip Needs Replacing
- It feels smooth or shiny rather than tacky
- It has darkened or discoloured
- It is torn, frayed or unravelling
- You find yourself squeezing harder to hold the racket
How to Wrap a Padel Overgrip
- Remove the old overgrip, leaving the base grip in place.
- Peel the backing from the new overgrip and start at the bottom of the handle.
- Wrap upward at a slight angle, overlapping each layer evenly.
- Keep the tension firm and consistent as you go.
- Finish just below the throat of the racket and secure with the finishing tape.
Tip: wrapping in the same direction as the base grip usually gives the cleanest finish.
Can an Overgrip Change Grip Size?
Yes. Each overgrip adds a little thickness. Players with larger hands sometimes add two overgrips to build up the handle, while players with smaller hands stick to one.
The Pallap Over Grip
The Pallap Over Grip is developed for feel, maximum grip and comfort from the first stroke. It comes in a pack of three for €6.95, so you always have a fresh grip ready in your bag.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between a grip and an overgrip?
The base grip is the thicker layer fitted to the handle by the manufacturer. The overgrip is a thinner, replaceable layer wrapped on top.
Do professionals change their overgrip every match?
Many do, because a fresh grip gives the most consistent feel.
Final Thoughts
For a few euros, a new overgrip can make an old racket feel fresh again. Change it regularly, wrap it neatly and you will feel the difference in control and comfort.
Stock up on the Pallap Over Grip 3-pack.
