Padel Grips & Overgrips

Shop padel grips and overgrips for improved comfort, grip and control during matches and training. Choose from tacky, dry feel and perforated options in different colours and pack sizes from leading padel brands.

Whether you are replacing a worn grip or adding a fresh overgrip before your next session, explore practical options for different preferences and playing conditions, with fast UK delivery from WX Padel.

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Choosing Padel Grips and Overgrips

The grip is one of the main contact points between you and your padel racket, so its condition can make a noticeable difference to comfort and confidence on court.

Overgrips are designed to wrap over the existing racket handle and can change the feel, thickness and level of grip without replacing the original base grip.

What Is a Padel Overgrip?

An overgrip is a thin layer wrapped around the existing racket grip.

Players often use overgrips to improve comfort, absorb moisture or create a more secure feel in the hand. They are quick to replace, making it easy to refresh the handle as the surface begins to wear.

Tacky or Dry Feel Overgrips

Different players prefer different grip surfaces.

Tacky overgrips provide a slightly stickier feel and can help the racket feel secure in the hand. Dry feel and more absorbent options can suit players who prefer less tack or want help managing moisture during longer sessions.

Neither type is automatically better. The right choice comes down to how your hands feel during play and the level of grip you prefer.

Perforated Overgrips

Perforated overgrips have small holes across the surface designed to help with moisture management and breathability.

They can be a useful option for players whose hands become warm or sweaty during matches, although feel and comfort should still be the main factors when choosing.

When Should You Change an Overgrip?

There is no fixed replacement schedule because it depends on how often you play and how quickly the surface wears.

If the grip starts to feel smooth, slippery, uncomfortable or noticeably less secure, it is usually a good time to replace it. Players who are on court several times each week will naturally go through overgrips more quickly than occasional players.

Grip Thickness and Handle Feel

Adding an overgrip slightly increases the thickness of the racket handle.

Some players prefer a slightly thicker handle, while others want to keep the grip as slim as possible. You can experiment with the number and type of overgrips until the handle feels comfortable and secure.

Find the Right Grip for Your Racket

Padel overgrips are available in different materials, surfaces, colours and pack sizes.

Use the filters above to browse by brand, price and availability, then choose the grip that best matches the feel and comfort you want from your racket.

FAQs

Yes. Some players use more than one overgrip to create a thicker handle. Be careful not to make the grip so large that it becomes uncomfortable or makes it harder to move the racket naturally.

Most standard overgrips can be used on padel rackets from different brands. The way they are wrapped can also be adjusted to change the thickness and feel of the handle.

Tacky grips provide a slightly stickier feel, while dry feel options generally provide a less sticky surface and may suit players who prefer greater moisture absorption. The best option is largely personal preference.

The base grip sits directly on the racket handle, while an overgrip is a thinner layer wrapped over the existing grip. Overgrips are easier to replace regularly and allow you to adjust the feel and thickness of the handle.

It depends on how often you play and how quickly the grip loses its tackiness or comfortable feel. Regular players may change overgrips frequently, while occasional players can usually use them for longer.