Badminton grip tape is an affordable solution to thicken and protect the handle of your racket, available in numerous materials to create the ideal custom grip that matches your playing style.
Start by taking off the plastic cover of your new overgrip and finding its sticky side. Start wrapping from the base of the handle up along the shaft overlapping each wrap as you go up.
1. Remove the old grip
Badminton grips are integral components of rackets, determining the amount of pressure applied during playing sessions and thus impacting swing and game quality. To get the most from your badminton racket experience, it is vital that your grip be both comfortable and well fitting – worn or loose grips could affect play adversely and decrease enjoyment significantly.
If your grip has worn out over time, you will need to replace it. The first step in replacing one involves taking off the old one; for this purpose you will require a grip piercing tool with a sharp wedge that you can use to carefully pierce through and pull it from your racket.
Once you’ve taken off your old grip, the handle must be cleaned carefully so as to remove any trace of adhesive left from it, leaving an ideal surface for adhering your new one. A disinfectant wipe may be useful in clearing away dirt or dust that accumulates on it.
Applying your new grip is the next step, starting by aligning its tapered end with one of the little bevels on the butt cap and wrapping it accordingly if you are right- or left-handed. When finished, trim off any excess on an angle.
Some players like to apply double-sided tape to the handle before installing a new grip; although this step isn’t strictly necessary, it may help stop it from moving around as much.
2. Clean the handle
Badminton grip tape is an inexpensive yet valuable tool that can help players customize their handle and improve the feel of their rackets. Grip tape comes in various shapes, colors, textures and thicknesses to meet individual player preferences; however, finding your ideal grip may take some trial-and-error and might depend on your playing style.
One of the best ways to discover your optimal badminton grip is through trial and error with various options. There are various kinds of grips you could try, such as rubber grips, towel grips and overgrips – towel grips may be particularly suitable if your hands get sweaty as they help absorb moisture and reduce slippage while rubber provides firmer and more comfortable hold than other forms – however their heavier nature could pose issues if using head-heavy racquets.
Overgrips are an innovative type of grip designed to be wrapped over existing or replacement grips on badminton rackets, providing added tackiness and texture while remaining flexible enough for game play during matches. At only 0.6mm thin, overgrips provide quick changes of grip during competition allowing badminton players to tailor their game playing strategy more easily than with traditional alternatives.
Overgrips come in all sorts of styles, from Yonex Dry Grip’s aim of reducing sweat to Wilson Pro Comfort Overgrip’s perforated texture for moisture absorption. Yonex Wave Grip even offers thicker grip options with its cushion center strip that creates a padded and bumpy surface for your fingers to grip onto!
3. Wrap the new grip
Grip tape is an easy and cost-effective way to customize and enhance your racket for playing badminton, enhancing its original grip as well as making playing better overall. Learn about all of the types of badminton grip tape available so that you can choose one best suited to you, then apply it.
Overgrip is a thin, sticky grip tape designed to add extra tackiness and texture to the handle of your racket. You can use it over either an alternative grip, or your original black tape grip – and is usually available in multiple colors and patterns for players’ preference.
Start off the process of applying an overgrip by unrolling it from its plastic covering, unrolling until you find an end with a tapered section, which may or may not have an adhesive strip attached. Stick this adhesive strip onto one corner of your overgrip, and start wrapping it clockwise around your racket handle from left to right – tighten tightly to avoid wrinkles while remembering to overlap each wrap for optimal results.
Polyurethane or “PU” grip tape is a thicker type of grip tape often used as an upgrade from existing grips on rackets, offering both tacky high grip and cushioned cushioning between fingers on the handle for cushioned comfort while playing tennis. Color options to match the racket can also be available.
Towel grip offers an absorbent cloth surface which makes it the ideal grip type for players who sweat excessively while playing badminton. Tournament rackets often use them and they’re designed specifically to absorb sweat better than other grip types; Badminton superstar Lin Dan has even used Yonex towel grips on all his rackets as an additional comfort and grip support measure during his badminton career. It’s an affordable solution available to any player looking for additional comfort and grip support in their badminton career!
4. Cut the excess
As you layer grip tape, ensure it overlaps the previous layer for maximum effectiveness. This will keep the layers from coming loose when playing, though smaller overlap can also help achieve thinner grips depending on your preferred thickness. Once finished with all layers, cut any extra tape from the handle top using sharp-blade scissors for increased precision and cutting off any extra material from underneath your grips.
Your racket comes equipped with various grip options, from the towel grip and yonex wet super grip, to the towel grip and yonex wet super grip. Which grip you choose depends on personal preference and game type – while professional players may use certain grips, this doesn’t automatically mean it will suit your game or you. Experiment with different kinds until you find what works for you best!
Overgrip is a thin and sticky type of grip tape used to add tactility and texture to a racket handle. Usually installed over regular replacement grips or original black-tape grips on your racket handle, overgrip can be found both online and at badminton stores.
To apply an overgrip, unroll it completely and remove its backing at one end of the grip or overwrap. If the grip or overwrap has tape covering an adhesive area, pull off that piece to expose its adhesive surface. Next, affix the overgrip to the handle so it overlaps the base grip before tapeing it down with finishing tape before sliding on rubber collar if your racket supports one.
5. Tape it down
Over time, intensive play and practice wear away the grip tape on your badminton racket handle, leaving a vulnerable area where your hand rests that can lead to discomfort or blisters while playing. Luckily, it’s simple and cost-effective to regrip your badminton racket to protect it from further damage while improving both feel and performance.
Badminton grip tape is a thin piece of synthetic material that encases the handle of your racket to provide a grippy, tacky surface for you to grip onto during play. There are various kinds of grip tape available – rubber, cloth and polyurethane (PU for short). Each has its own advantages and disadvantages so it’s important to find one that feels right while protecting against scratches or dents on the handle.
Rubber or PU grips are among the most widely-used for badminton, typically composed of synthetic materials like latex. While they offer a grippy, sweat-absorbing surface, they may become slippery if your hands become wet or humid and reduce tactility – another drawback being their price compared to alternative choices.
If you want a durable, cost-effective, and comfortable racket grip that’s also cost-efficient and customizable, consider switching out for a towel grip instead. Not only is it thicker and more customizable than standard PU or rubber grips but they’re less likely to slip off of handles during matches and can easily be rewrapped after being unwrapped from use!
Begin wrapping your new grip by starting at the base of the butt cap, working your way upward until reaching the handle’s peak. Make sure to allow enough room for overlap when wrapping, but avoid too much. At this point, cut away any excess and seal it all with finishing tape for a secure seal at its end.