Quality grips will make a world of difference to your game, no matter if you are new to badminton or an expert player. A quality grip will keep your hand comfortable during intense rallies.
Badminton grip tape comes in various styles. Some options serve as replacement grips or thicker overgrips, while thinner options can be wrapped around existing grips for easy play.
Remove the Old Grip
Every badminton racket comes equipped with its own grip, but over time this may wear down and need replacing. A new grip will increase both comfort and control when holding the racket; so taking time to select an excellent one should pay dividends!
Grips come in various forms and materials. Some are designed to absorb sweat while others provide cushioning or an array of textures suited for different playing styles. Your ideal grip depends on personal preferences as well as what playing style suits you best.
Badminton grip tape is a thin strip of sticky tape designed for use on racket handles, providing tacky texture for easier racket gripping and comfortable holding. It can be applied by itself or used over thicker replacement grips or the original ones; many professional players use both types together in order to achieve the perfect combination of comfort and performance.
There are various kinds of grips available to players, including soft, towel and polyurethane grips. Towel grips feature an absorbent cloth surface to help players avoid sweaty hands during matches; polyurethane grips are thicker and designed to replace original racket grips on badminton rackets.
Replacing grips is generally straightforward. First, remove the old one using appropriate tools, clean off your handle, then apply your new grip using firm hands ensuring its centering evenly around the handle before sealing its tightness with tape (electrical tape if applicable) so it stays in place.
Clean the Handle
To boost your game, it is crucial that your racket be kept in top condition. This requires regular cleaning with soapy water in order to eliminate sweat and dirt build-up on its handle, grommets, strings, and frame; in addition to providing preventative measures against damage occurring and making the racket feel better in your hand.
To clean the grip of your racket, use a soft cloth or towel and warm water. Carefully scrub any stains off, then rinse off completely before reusing – otherwise bacteria could develop on it and compromise your grip!
Badminton is an intense and competitive sport, so your racket must always be in top condition in order to give you its best performance. Regular cleaning of its handle, grommets and string will extend its lifespan for many years ahead.
Badminton rackets can be expensive, so taking good care in maintaining them can save money over time. To clean a badminton racket, wash with soap and water and rinse using a towel; let it air dry in a cool and dark area to speed up its lifespan; avoid direct sunlight as this could accelerate its deterioration process.
Apply the New Grip
Badminton grips play an essential part in the handling and performance of badminton rackets. Whether replacing an older grip with one that suits or purchasing one for the first time, it’s essential that certain steps be followed to ensure it fits securely and comfortably during use.
Before applying a new grip, make sure that all protective cellophane or backing material has been removed and your handle has been thoroughly cleaned for an adhesive bond to form. Position the beginning of your towel grip diagonally across the butt of the racket handle and begin wrapping upwards in an even diagonal motion ensuring smooth surfaces without unraveling during gameplay. When reaching the top of the racket handle, trim off any excess grip before cutting it off completely and taping its end to secure its in place with additional tape.
Once you’ve applied a new grip, give it some practice swings until it feels comfortable in your hand and make adjustments as necessary before heading back onto the court. As soon as you master applying towel grips effectively, you’ll experience greater comfort and control while playing badminton.
There are various grip options for badminton rackets, and experimentation is the key to finding what works for you. There are four key grips that may help improve your game and unlock its full potential on the court: forehand grip, backhand grip, bevel grip and hammer grip – check out Thomas Laybourn’s video from Yonex World Champion Thomas Laybourn to gain more information on these grips.
Cut the Excess Grip
After you have applied the new grip, it is necessary to trim off any excess tape from around the handle. This step helps prevent loose grips or overwraps from shifting during play and must be carefully completed using scissors if any tape extends beyond its endpoints.
Grip tape comes in various forms and colors, sizes and textures; your selection will depend upon both personal preference and desired comfort during gameplay.
Overgrips are ultra thin grips designed to add tactility to the handle of your racket. They usually fit on top of either thicker replacement grips or your original racket grip and may contain polyurethane (PU) material which absorbs sweat well.
Replacement grips are thicker than overgrips and come in various materials like polyurethane or leather for optimal comfort for many players. Their purpose is to provide replacements of your racket’s original grip to make for a seamless playing experience and may offer greater relief than an overgrip would.
Towel grips offer an absorbent surface, making them perfect for players who perspire heavily during games. Easy to apply and designed to last multiple rounds.
If you are a competitive player, overgrips should be changed after each session or when their tackiness and comfort begin to reduce; some may change them every few weeks! Casual players can usually find that their overgrips last longer; replacing them after only several sessions.
Finishing Tape
Badminton grip tape is an integral component of playing badminton, providing smoother textures, absorbing shock more effectively, and increasing overall handle durability. Over time however, intense practice and play can wear down this grip tape, leaving an uncomfortable and hard to hold handle that becomes increasingly uncomfortable over time. Regripping with new grip tape is simple and affordable solution to this problem.
If your grip tape has worn away or becomes slippery, it is essential that it be replaced quickly in order to protect the handle from cracking and tearing during high-speed rallies. Failure to do this could result in injury – so retape as soon as possible to protect your players!
As there are various types of grip tape available for badminton, it is essential that you select one which best meets your individual needs. If you tend to sweat a lot during games, an absorbent option like Yonex Dry Grip or Towel Grip might be ideal.
Yonex Wave Grip provides another alternative with its foam strip in the center of its grip wrap, creating a cushioned surface with grooves for your fingers to grip onto, providing extra comfort and traction, while also absorbing more sweat than flat grips do.
Towel grip tape is another popular form of grip tape, comprising of thin synthetic rubber sheets bonded together with absorbent cloth layers. This form is ideal for players who suffer from sweaty hands as it reduces slipping and drying that occurs with other grip types.