Grip size conversion chart
| EU size | US label | Nominal circumference |
|---|---|---|
| L0 | 4 in | about 102 mm |
| L1 | 4 ⅛ in | about 105 mm |
| L2 | 4 ¼ in | about 108 mm |
| L3 | 4 ⅜ in | about 111 mm |
| L4 | 4 ½ in | about 114 mm |
| L5 | 4 ⅝ in | about 118 mm |
These are nominal sizes. Pallet shape, replacement grip thickness, overlap and manufacturing tolerances can change the measured and perceived result.
How to estimate your size
Measure your playing hand from the middle palm crease to the tip of the ring finger. Use that figure as a starting point in the calculator on the homepage. Then hold the racket normally: your fingertips should not press hard into the palm, but the handle should not rotate loosely either.
Between two sizes
A smaller handle can be enlarged relatively easily with an overgrip. A large handle is harder to reduce, so many players at a genuine midpoint start with the smaller option and test an overgrip. This is not a universal rule; shape and preference remain important.
Why the same label can feel different
Some pallets feel more rectangular and others rounder. Two L2 handles can therefore feel different. A thick cushioned replacement grip also feels larger than a thin firm one. The printed label is a starting point, not a complete ergonomic measurement.
Possible signs of poor fit
- You must squeeze unusually hard throughout play.
- Your fingertips press firmly into the palm.
- The racket twists often on otherwise normal contact.
- Blisters or pressure points repeatedly appear in the same place.
Persistent pain or numbness deserves professional assessment; grip size is only one possible factor.
Estimate your grip size