HEAD Protection Tape , Black

The HEAD Protection Tape is a heavy-duty, adhesive guard strip designed to shield a racquet's bumper guard, grommets, and top paint finish from ground impact, scrapes, and abrasions. Made from high-grade polyurethane, it acts as a sacrifice layer that prolongs the lifespan of your frame without peeling or bunching

Performance Profile

1. Abrasion Resistance: High-density polyurethane construction absorbs heavy friction from hard courts, preventing paint chips, graphite wear, and premature bumper guard cracking.
2. Adhesive Integrity: Features a strong, weather-resistant adhesive backing that grips securely to frame curves and grommet channels without lifting at the edges. Removes cleanly without leaving excessive sticky residue.
3. Flexibility & Fit: Highly pliable compared to stiff cloth or PVC tapes. Stretches smoothly over complex hoop profiles, flared bumper guards, and aerodynamic beam shapes without wrinkling.
4. Vibration & Weight Impact: Adds minimal mass (a few grams depending on length used), offering a slight dampening effect while subtly adjusting balance/swing weight if layered heavily.

Best Suited For

1. Aggressive Groundstroke Players: Ideal for players who dig out low balls near the court surface or frequently scrape their racquets during low slices and volleys.
2. Squash & Racquetball Players: Highly recommended for court games where wall scrapes and floor contact are routine.
3. Frequent Stringers / Long-Term Frame Owners: Perfect for players looking to preserve expensive racquets, custom paint jobs, or hard-to-replace grommet sets.
4. Stealthy Aesthetics: Suits players wanting a sleek, matte/semi-gloss black protective layer that seamlessly blends in with dark racquet hoops or blacked-out cosmetic designs.

Specifications

• Material: 100% Polyurethane.
• Length: ~16 feet / 5.0 meters (serves ~8–10 racquet installations).
• Width: 1.25 inches (~32 mm).
• Color: Black (with subtle embossed HEAD branding).
• Format: Continuous roll (cut to custom desired length).
• Compatibility: Tennis, Squash, Racquetball, Padel, and Badminton racquets.