The trademarked light blue color is unmistakable. The performance proven worthy of players from public parks to Grand Slams. As much as any racquet, string or shoe, no piece of tennis equipment is as identifiable, pervasive or lasting as Tourna Grip.
The overgrip continues to be the top-selling grip around the globe thanks to its unique dry feel and moisture absorbing properties. Where most overgrips start to fail once they get sweaty, Tourna Grip actually gets tackier when wet. Few competing models come close to matching the racquet security it provides in hot and humid conditions.
However, Tourna Grip is not without its faults. For one thing, it can be tricky to wrap. It’s not tapered at either end, nor is there any adhesive to help create an anchor point when applying it to the handle. Bubbling around the butt cap can be an unwanted consequence. But seasoned players can learn to work around this issue with practice.
More problematic is its durability. Depending on factors like sweat levels and grip pressure, the grip can start to peel after just a few hours of play. As either side of it can be used, players often unwrap and flip it over—sometimes during a match—to extend the life of one grip. Otherwise you can burn through a pack pretty quickly. This has obviously not deterred players from relying on it, but it has been a steady criticism of the grip.
