Improving the grip of your racket

Equipment

Antonio Marquez
Antonio Marquez Asked 12 years ago

Hi Alois,

This is Atoms again... How can I improve the grip of my racket?


Alois Rosario
Alois Rosario Answered 12 years ago

Hi Atoms,

If the rubber is slippery then try just wiping it down with a damp sponge.  If this doesn't improve the grip then it is time to get a new rubber.


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Antonio Marquez

Antonio Marquez Posted 12 years ago

my rubber is new and also the racket...


Alois Rosario

Alois Rosario from PingSkills Posted 12 years ago

Then don't try to do too much with it.  You won't be able to improve the grip, just wipe it down with a damp sponge.


Antonio Marquez

Antonio Marquez Posted 12 years ago

what about that free racket?


Alois Rosario

Alois Rosario from PingSkills Posted 12 years ago

Sorry Antonio,

We don't have any free rackets.


Antonio Marquez

Antonio Marquez Posted 12 years ago

ok :)


Antonio Marquez

Antonio Marquez Posted 11 years ago

Hi Coach Alois,

 

I changed my black rubber to Dawei 2008. It's a very fast rubber and it has very good grip too and it has improved all my serves and my backhand smash,topspin,chop and sidespin flick.How can I maintain it's grip besides using a damp sponge and rubber soap?


Alois Rosario

Alois Rosario from PingSkills Posted 11 years ago

Just use range damp sponge to clean it.  When you are not using the bat use a cover to store it.  Also make sure you keep it away from direct sunlight.  This is a big killer of rubber.


Sammy Serea

Sammy Serea Posted 11 years ago

You could also use protection sheets - I always use them on my bats and every time I play is like I'm playing with a brand new rubber ;)

 

Cheerios,
Sam


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