An overgrip is the cheapest genuine upgrade in racket sports, and padel is no exception — it's also the piece of gear most players wait too long to replace. Here's why it matters more than it seems, and five real overgrips worth keeping in your bag.
REPLACE IT OFTEN
A SLICK GRIP CAN SLIP
Why Grip Matters More Than It Seems
A worn overgrip isn't just uncomfortable — on an enclosed padel court, a racket slipping out of a sweaty hand mid-swing is a real risk, both to the racket hitting the glass and to whoever's standing near it. Padel's constant volleys and quick reaction shots at the net mean your grip on the handle matters on nearly every point, not just on full swings. Heat, humidity and match length all accelerate how fast an overgrip loses its tack, which is why this is genuinely a "replace it before it's visibly worn out" item rather than a "replace it when it fails" one.
Five Overgrips Worth Buying
Tourna Grip Overgrip (10-Pack) — ~$21.95
The most widely recommended overgrip across racket sports, and for good reason — it replaces a worn grip in minutes and the 10-pack brings the per-grip cost down to roughly $2 each.
Tourna Grip Overgrip (10-Pack)
~$21.95The most widely recommended overgrip across racket sports; replaces a worn grip in minutes
Babolat Pro Tour Overgrip (3-Pack) — ~$9.99
A cushioned feel from an established racket-sport grip brand, at a reasonable per-grip price for anyone who wants a softer hand feel than the Tourna Grip's thinner, tackier default.
Babolat Pro Tour Overgrip (3-Pack)
~$9.99Cushioned feel from an established racket-sport grip brand
Wilson Pro Overgrip (3-Pack) — ~$9.00
A budget-friendly overgrip from an established racket-sport brand, functionally similar to the Babolat option above at essentially the same price.
Wilson Pro Overgrip (3-Pack)
~$9.00Budget-friendly overgrip from an established racket-sport brand
An overgrip costs less than a can of balls and is the single most-ignored piece of padel gear — nobody notices a fresh one, but everybody notices a slick one at the worst possible moment.
Gamma Supreme Overgrip — ~$7.99 (single)
Tacky straight out of the package, and available in bulk 48-count boxes for anyone who wants to stop thinking about grip replacement for a full season.
Gamma Supreme Overgrip
~$7.99 (single)Tacky out of the package, available in bulk 48-count boxes
Tourna Mega Tac Overgrip (3-Pack) — ~$8–10
An extra-tacky option built for players who sweat heavily or play in hot, humid conditions where a standard overgrip loses tack faster than usual.
Tourna Mega Tac Overgrip (3-Pack)
~$8–10Extra-tacky replacement overgrip, fits any racket handle
Comparison Table
| Overgrip | Pack Size | Notable | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourna Grip | 10-pack | Most widely recommended | ~$21.95 |
| Babolat Pro Tour | 3-pack | Cushioned feel | ~$9.99 |
| Wilson Pro | 3-pack | Budget-friendly | ~$9.00 |
| Gamma Supreme | Single (48-box available) | Tacky out of the package | ~$7.99 |
| Tourna Mega Tac | 3-pack | Extra-tacky, high-sweat conditions | ~$8–10 |
Prices pulled from manufacturer and retailer listings at the time of writing — confirm current price before buying.
How to Apply One (And When to Replace It)
Remove the old grip completely rather than wrapping a new one over it — stacking grips changes the handle's diameter and throws off feel. Wrap the new overgrip at a slight downward angle from the handle's base, overlapping by roughly a third of the tape's width each turn, and finish with the built-in finishing tape. Replace it every few weeks of regular play, sooner in hot or humid conditions, and immediately if it starts feeling slick rather than tacky. For the rest of a well-maintained padel setup, see our rackets guide and bags guide.
