Let me share step by step directions on how to regrip a pickleball paddle with you here. When you start to play a lot (at least once a week) you will need to do this semi-often and it is not worth paying someone else to do it. It is easy enough to do yourself and once you get the hang of it you can show friends too!! I have instructions as well as a free PDF pickleball printables for you too to help.
When do you need to regrip your pickleball paddle?
If you are new to the sport you may not realize that it should be done at all but once it is swapped out you WILL feel the difference!! If your handle feels slippery, is fraying or peeling, or has far less cushion than when you got it then it is probably time to get it redone. I play 4x a week and probably swap mine out every other month, though every month would be nicer (if I had the time and forethought to do it that often).
Step by Step Instructions
1 – You have two choices to begin with. I do not remove the basic grip my paddle came with as I want mine to be a bit thicker because I have larger hands. If you prefer a skinnier grip on it then by all means pull that baby off and throw it away. Either way you want to wipe down the handle so it is free from any dirt, grime or dust. You can do this with some rubbing alcohol or damp towel. This is How to Clean Pickleball Paddle entirely while you’re at it.
2 – Unwrap the new grip <——- you can buy one online here and remove the paper so the adhesive is exposed. Keep it straight, hanging, so it doesn’t stick to itself. Start at the base of the handle and work your way up wrapping the new grip around overlapping on to itself 1/8″-1/4″ on top of the lower level.
3 – Pull it tight as you move your way up to the top, this is important so it makes it all the way up and more importantly doesn’t bunch up in your hands when you play.
4 – Wrap all the way up the handle overlapping just a bit until you reach the top where you will finish it. Then you will pull the rubber piece that comes with your paddle back on to the neck of it at the top over the top of that last loop around it.
How to Regrip Pickleball Paddle PDF
If you are a visual learner, and know others who are you may want this printable above in your hand. I get it. You can click on this regrip paddle PDF link and print it right at home. Feel free to share this post or the sheet you get with friends and family too, I hope it is helpful to everyone involved.
