Wilson is one of the world's leading manufacturers of tennis equipment. Its products are used by amateurs and pros alike, including Roger Federer. One of the most important considerations when choosing a Wilson tennis racket is grip size. The proper grip size will allow you to hold the racket firmly and comfortably.
Sizes
Wilson follows what is considered standard sizing by the tennis racket industry. All of its rackets come in sizes from 4 1/8 to 4 3/8 inches. In the past, Wilson has also produced limited numbers of 4-inch and 4 3/4-inch sizes. Sizes differ by 1/8-inch increments. The size refers to the circumference of the middle of the racket's grip. Size is measured in inches after the stock grip tape is added.
Measurement Method No. 1
If you have access to several Wilson rackets with different grips, you can find the right grip size for you with this method. First, hold a Wilson tennis racket in a forehand grip. The space between your fingertips and palm determines whether the grip size is correct. If the index finger of your other hand fits snugly into this space, the grip is the right size. Too much room and the grip is too big; too little room and the grip is too small.
Measurement Method No. 2
If you cannot try out several grip sizes in person, consider this alternative measurement for fitting grip size. Use a ruler to measure from the lower lateral crease in your palm up to the tip of your ring finger. Make sure to measure the hand that you use for forehands. This distance, measured in inches, should equate to the proper grip size for your Wilson tennis racket. If you are in between sizes, round down to the smaller size.
Considerations
A tacky and fresh grip is vital for a player's control of the racket. Because grips, even on Wilson rackets, lose their tackiness over time, many players find it beneficial to use over-grips, which they can replace. Over-grips act as fresh new grips for players who find their hands slipping on the racket. If you use over-grips, consider that the typical Wilson over-grip adds about 1/16 inch to the size of the grip. Whenever you are considering grip sizes, always err on the side of grips that are too small. It is far easier to make a grip larger with over-grips than it is to make a grip smaller.
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