Is it possible to reduce grip size?

ptho1128

New User
I'm interested in knowing whether it's possible to reduce the grip size on a Wilson Pro Staff 90. Can I just sand it down until it's the right size that I'm comfortable with? Don't say just trade it for a smaller size :).
 

lgbalfa

Professional
not sure about the wilson racquets but i had mine professionally done on my dunlop racquets (hotmelt series) that came out perfect.
 

BreakPoint

Bionic Poster
I'm interested in knowing whether it's possible to reduce the grip size on a Wilson Pro Staff 90. Can I just sand it down until it's the right size that I'm comfortable with? Don't say just trade it for a smaller size :).
Yes, you can.

You can also do a search on this board on this subject.
 

userman1

New User
Yes you can. I recently did this to the prostaff 90 ncode, 2012 and 2014 versions. Used a coarse file then a fine file then sanded smooth. You can file down the ampli feel strips with out any issues.
 

o0lunatik

Professional
I've reduced many of my racquet handles in the past. It's cheaper a lot of times to buy 1/2 or 5/8 racquets. I normally hold down my racquets on a clamp, color the handle with a marker, use a metal file to shave down handle until the marked areas clear, and measure circumference with fabric tape measure until you get your desired grip size.
 

ptho1128

New User
Yes you can. I recently did this to the prostaff 90 ncode, 2012 and 2014 versions. Used a coarse file then a fine file then sanded smooth. You can file down the ampli feel strips with out any issues.

Thanks Userman1. I go out and get a coarser sand paper.
 

ptho1128

New User
I've reduced many of my racquet handles in the past. It's cheaper a lot of times to buy 1/2 or 5/8 racquets. I normally hold down my racquets on a clamp, color the handle with a marker, use a metal file to shave down handle until the marked areas clear, and measure circumference with fabric tape measure until you get your desired grip size.

That's a great approach. Instead of a metal file, I'm just going to use a coarse sand paper. Can't wait. Was going to just rid this racquet but it's just a fun racquet to practice with.
 

BreakPoint

Bionic Poster
That's a great approach. Instead of a metal file, I'm just going to use a coarse sand paper. Can't wait. Was going to just rid this racquet but it's just a fun racquet to practice with.
I think a metal file will work much better. That's what I use.
 

rosewall4ever

Semi-Pro
why the hard labor

i would recommend using a machine if you're going down more than 1/4. a sander or multifuncttion tool is precise and more quick. if you do use sand paper i would then recommend using a sanding block.also note how many times you go over each bevel to ensure even coverage. good luck.you'll be amazed at how sanding back your handle will do for your game....
 
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