How to Wrap a Tennis Racket Overgrip
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Looking to extend the life of your tennis racket’s grip? Check out our step-by-step guide on how to wrap a tennis racket overgrip!
Introduction
Tennis is a great game that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. One of the most important pieces of equipment for playing tennis is the racket. In order to get the most out of your racket, it is important to wrap the overgrip correctly. This will help to increase the lifespan of your racket and also improve your game.
There are a few different ways to wrap a tennis racket overgrip, but the most common method is to use two strips of adhesive tape. Start by applying one strip of tape to the butt end of the racket handle. Then, wrap the tape around the handle until it meets in the middle. Next, apply a second strip of tape to the top of the first strip and wrap it around the handle until it meets in the middle. Finally, cut off any excess tape and you’re done!
What You’ll Need
-1/8 inch piece of athletic or duct tape
-Scissors
-New overgrip
Wrapping an overgrip is a quick and easy way to improve your grip on your tennis racket, and it only takes a few minutes to do. You’ll need an overgrip, some athletic or duct tape, and a pair of scissors.
Start by cutting off a 1/8 inch strip of tape. Then, peel off the adhesive backing and place the strip of tape horizontally across the bottom of the overgrip. Next, take the overgrip in one hand and start wrapping it around the handle of the racket, making sure to cover the strip of tape that you placed at the bottom. Keep wrapping until you’ve gone all the way around the handle and the overgrip is snug against itself. Finally, trim off any excess overgrip material with your scissors.
Steps
1. Start by holding the overgrip in your hand with the sticky side facing up. The overgrip should be positioned so that the built-in adhesive strip is at the bottom.
2. Next, take the end of the overgrip and begin wrapping it around the bottom of the racket handle. Wrap the overgrip tightly and evenly around the handle until you reach the top. Make sure that there are no wrinkles or gaps in the overgrip.
3. Once you reach the top of the racket handle, take the end of the overgrip and tuck it underneath a few wraps at the bottom of the handle. This will ensure that it stays in place.
4. Finally, give the overgrip a few firm tugs to make sure that it is wrapped tight and secure. You can also use a bit of adhesive tape to secure it further if desired.
Tips
1. Start in the middle of the racket’s handle, and slowly work your way towards one end. Use light pressure to avoid tearing the overgrip.
2. Once you reach the end of the handle, start working your way back towards the middle.
3. Wrap the overgrip around the racket’s handle a second time, this time starting from the other end of the handle. Again, use light pressure to avoid tearing the overgrip.
4. Once you reach the middle of the handle, start working your way back towards the other end of the racket’s handle.
5. When you reach the end of the handle, trim off any excess overgrip with a sharp knife or scissors.
Conclusion
Now that you know how to wrap a tennis racket overgrip, you can be sure that your grip will never slip while you’re playing. This simple technique can save you a lot of frustration and improve your game. Give it a try the next time you’re at the court.
