Pickleball Grip Size Guide: How to Measure Yours

Grip size is easy to overlook and easy to fix. The right size lets you hold the paddle loosely for spin and control, while the wrong size tires your forearm and costs you power. Here is how to find yours.

Why grip size matters

Too small and you squeeze the handle to keep it steady, which tightens your arm and invites soreness. Too large and you cannot snap your wrist for spin or react quickly at the net. The right size sits comfortably without effort.

The finger test

Hold the paddle in your normal grip. Slide the index finger of your other hand into the gap between your fingertips and the base of your thumb. It should fit snugly. If there is no room, the grip is too small. If there is extra space, it is too large.

When in doubt, size down

• A smaller grip gives more wrist action and spin.
• You can build a grip up with an overgrip, but you cannot shrink one.
• Each overgrip adds about 1/16 inch, so you can dial in the perfect feel.

SOLA SPIN paddles currently use one 4¼-inch standard grip. A tacky overgrip can make it slightly larger and fine-tune the feel in seconds.