About the racket handle

Shawn Ee Asked 1 year ago

I would like to ask, how can I make my handle waterproof without putting grip tape? As I have severe sweaty palms, I want to prevent the sweat from soaking into my wood, but also would like to remove the grip tape as it gets smelly overtime.

Alois Rosario Answered 1 year ago

Hi Shawn,

Thanks for your question! Unfortunately, it's not really possible to make your handle waterproof without using grip tape. If you see a  sealant they tend to be slippery.  However, there are a few strategies you can use to reduce the amount of sweat soaking into the wood. First, make sure you're using a sweatband when you play. This will help absorb a lot of the sweat, and can also help keep your hands dry. Lastly, you could try using a sweat-resistant grip tape, such as a synthetic rubber tape, to help keep the sweat out.  I used to use a piece of bicycle tube on the handle which also worked well.

Hope this helps! Good luck and happy playing!