The best overgrips and protectors for our rackets
The best Overgrips and protectors for padel rackets[/caption]
Overgrips and protectors: what they are and what they are for
We are going to talk about some of the most important accessories when playing padel, such as overgrips and protectors.
The best padel overgrips
Padel overgrips are tapes that are placed over the handle of the racket to improve grip and increase the thickness of the racket's handle. They help absorb sweat from the hands, which improves grip during play. In addition, by providing greater thickness to the grip, they help reduce tension in tendons and ligaments during play. There is no universal rule on how many overgrips to use, but generally one or two are enough to achieve a comfortable grip throughout the match.
There are smooth or perforated overgrips. The choice of one or the other depends on how much the hand sweats. If it sweats a lot, it is preferable to use a perforated overgrip because it absorbs moisture better. We recommend the best perforated overgrips:
- Bullpadel Hesacore Grip: Bullpadel launches one of the most innovative grips on the market. The surface has concave grooves for the fingers to rest. In addition, they significantly reduce vibrations.
- Head Xtreme Soft: provides incredible comfort and a great grip thanks to its perforated surface for better moisture control.
On the other hand, smooth overgrips are the most used by players who do not suffer from as much hand perspiration. They are the most manufactured overgrips by most brands. And the best ones are these:
- Under - Grip Shockout: one of the most used and best-selling overgrips at Street Padel. It is made of a highly elastic material to provide great grip, cushioning and vibration control.
- Vibora Overgrip: it has very good absorption and is manufactured in several colors.
- Dunlop Tour Pro: designed with resistant materials to protect your racket and your health, as it perfectly adjusts to the grip and reduces vibrations from impacts.
Advantages of using an overgrip
Overgrips can help prevent sweaty hands from making the racket slip and many of them have breathable materials to improve air circulation and reduce sweat build-up. Players can also choose to place more than one overgrip to achieve the desired thickness and increase the grip's cushioning, making it more comfortable to hold the racket for prolonged periods. In addition, overgrips are lightweight and do not add too much weight to the racket, with an average weight of 5 grams. They are economical and can be easily replaced when they become too worn.The best padel protectors
Protectors are becoming increasingly important in the world of padel. And let's be honest, nobody likes their racket to crack with the first hits or suffer scratches. So, if you are one of those who likes to keep your racket like new, you might be interested in putting a protector on it.
The padel racket protector is an accessory that is placed on the upper part of the racket frame to prevent damage that may be caused by any type of contact during play. By using a padel protector, our racket will last longer and stay in better condition during use.Currently, almost all brands are removing the integrated protector due to breakage problems caused by the holes. Most, however, manufacture adhesive silicone or fabric protectors. Recently, they have also launched textured surface protectors. The best padel protectors you can find at Street Padel are:
- Siux Protectors: they have several models. There are some with a textured surface and others made of transparent silicone. Without a doubt, Siux protectors are the best today.
- ShockOut Protectors: these protectors are made of quality materials giving them a fun and youthful appearance, thanks to the different models available. In addition, they resist blows and scratches very well, extending the life of the racket.
