Increase grip size

[ptb5021]

Just bought a third PDGT frame, and it's going to have a grip of 1 size larger. I figure the best thing I can do is build up the two smaller frames to match the new one.

I was reading on TW-learning about using a heat shrink sleeve. Unfortunately I really don't have access to a heat source to use while away from home. So would the only other way to do this effectively is to put in a new, thicker replacement grip?
Any suggestions

 

[jrod]

Just bought a third PDGT frame, and it's going to have a grip of 1 size larger. I figure the best thing I can do is build up the two smaller frames to match the new one.

I was reading on TW-learning about using a heat shrink sleeve. Unfortunately I really don't have access to a heat source to use while away from home. So would the only other way to do this effectively is to put in a new, thicker replacement grip?
Any suggestions

Do you have access to a hair dryer, or hand dryer? If not, you can get there by adding a thicker grip and/or using more over grips. You can even add tape and thin plastic strips (e.g. cut from a milk container) to build up the handle underneath the existing grip.

 

[ptb5021]

would a double over-grip do about the same job?

 

[jrod]

would a double over-grip do about the same job?

Yes, pretty much. It all depends on what you want it to feel like. A double overgrip can be a little squishy. Some prefer the grip to be firmer, which is why I suggested the plastic/tape trick. You can also alter the shape of the pallet using this trick as well, provided you are ok with increasing the grip size to some extent.

 

[ptb5021]

I'll see what I can do. I'll put on two tournagrips and see how that feels

 

[mike53]

You can cut rectangles out of thin wood using a utility knife and some sandpaper. Glue them onto the pallet and regrip. Gives a nice solid feel. Beveled edges keep the corners sharp. Goes pretty quick once you get the hang of it.

 

[Nuke]

The easiest way using something you probably already have on hand is duct tape. Four or five layers of tape on the bare handle should bring you up a size. Don't wind the tape around the handle like a grip, though, as that will round off the bevel edges. Cut the tape into long, narrow strips that fit each flat edge of the handle.

 

[Mazilla2219]

Do you have access to an oven, if so use the broiler function and hold the racquet about 3 inchs away from the top coils. It's alot faster than using a hair dryer.
If you want to maintain the firm ridges of the handle use the heat sleeve, if not the tape/overgrip version also work.

 

[The_Question]

There's also the sticky wax build up kit available...which will build up one grip size...

 

[ptb5021]

which would be more effective? the duct tape or a double tourna-grip? dont really have access to over or anything

 

[ace0001a]

Shrink sleeve and a blow dryer works fine, is better than using duct tape, but not as cheap as using duct tape. I prefer to not do things in a "ghetto" way, so I always use the shrink sleeves.

 

[Deleted member 25923]

You can use the stove for the heatshrink.

 

[ptb5021]

Shrink sleeve and a blow dryer works fine, is better than using duct tape, but not as cheap as using duct tape. I prefer to not do things in a "ghetto" way, so I always use the shrink sleeves.

You can use the stove for the heatshrink.

already said i couldnt do heat shrink since i dont have access to any heat source.

 

[Deleted member 25923]

A candle works as well, but there are other methods either than a heat shrink sleeve. You could try a thick leather grip

 

[johndagolfer]

I just heat shrink sleeved my racquet. It worked like a charm! At first I used the oven burner and it worked for everything but the top of the grip. I then used my wife's hairdryer 1250 and it finished the deal easily.

 

[ace0001a]

already said i couldnt do heat shrink since i dont have access to any heat source.

You don't even have a blow dryer??? Or even know someone who could loan you one? Well then I guess your only other non-ghetto option is to get Gamma Grip Build-Up Sheets:

http://www.gammasports.com/gamma.cfm?product=1990

http://www.google.com/products?q=Ga...&sourceid=ie7&um=1&ie=UTF-8&sa=N&hl=en&tab=wf

 

[whozon3rd]

Tea Kettle/heat shrink sleaves

Use the steam coming out of the kettle. But you might want earplugs for the whistling.