Grip Guide — WOD-Supply

Which CrossFit
Grips Are
Right For You?

Every model compared side by side. A three-question finder. Sizing explained. Everything you need to stop guessing.

8Models

3Brands

6Use cases

Side by side

All Models Compared

Model	Price	Material	Hole-free	Best for	Level	Rating
Velites Quad Ultra	€53,99	Microfiber + Kevlar	✓	Pull-ups, Muscle-ups, TTB	Intermediate – RX	★★★★★
Velites All Terrain	€52,99	Microfiber + Rubber	✓	Mixed modality, bar & ring	All levels	★★★★★
Picsil Hawk Grips	€55,99	Carbon fiber	✓	Competition, high reps	Advanced – RX	★★★★★
Picsil Phoenix Grips	€54,95	Leather hybrid	✓	Long WODs, gymnastics	Intermediate – RX	★★★★☆
Picsil RX Grips	€29,99	Carbon fiber	✓	First grips, daily training	Beginner – Intermediate	★★★★☆
Picsil Condor Grips	€34,95	Leather	–	Pull-ups, classic feel	All levels	★★★★☆
Bear KompleX Pinnacle	€39,00	Carbon	✓	Speed, gymnastics (women)	Intermediate – RX	★★★★★
Bear KompleX Black Diamond	€39,99	Carbon	✓	Speed, kipping (women)	All levels	★★★★★

Quick picker

Find Your Grip in 3 Questions

Grip Finder

Three answers. One recommendation.

1. Your training level

Starting out

Consistent athlete

Competition / RX

2. Main goal

Pull-ups & kipping

Muscle-ups & rings

Mixed / everything

3. Preferred feel

Thin & fast

Rigid & protective

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Velites sizing

Get the Right Size

Measure in cm from the base of your palm — where wrist meets hand — to just below the base of your middle finger.

0 – 7 cm Smaller hands or a tight, responsive feel

7 – 10 cm Most popular. Average adult hands

10+ cm Larger hands or maximum coverage

Between two sizes? Go one up for extra comfort.

Use cases

What Movement, Which Grip?

Pull-ups & Kipping

Stay on the bar longer

High-rep kipping puts the most shear force on your palm. Hole-free stays flat and doesn't shift mid-set.

→ Velites All Terrain or Picsil RX

Muscle-ups

Control the transition

The false grip demands thin material that doesn't bunch. Rigidity helps maintain position through the catch.

→ Velites Quad Ultra or Picsil Hawk

Toes to Bar

Consistent feel every rep

TTBs need a grip that sits flat and doesn't fold over the bar. Hole-free is the only real option.

→ Velites Quad Ultra

Competition & Hero WODs

Protection over 100 reps

Carbon fiber doesn't soften under sweat. Holds up through rep 150 the same way it held rep 1.

→ Picsil Hawk or Bear KompleX Pinnacle

Double Unders

No bunching, no catches

Hole-free grips sit flat during rope work. No material to fold, no cable to catch.

→ Any hole-free model

Torn Hands Recovery

Keep training while you heal

When skin is already ripped, you need coverage. A larger grip lets you stay in the program.

→ Velites Quad Ultra XL + Callus Remover

Common questions

FAQ

Do I still need chalk with grips?

With microfiber and carbon grips, chalk is largely unnecessary. The material provides more traction than chalk alone. Some athletes add a small amount on the outside for heavy barbell work, but it's not required.

How long do grips typically last?

Training 3–5 times per week, quality grips will last 6–12 months before showing significant wear. Carbon tends to outlast leather. Rinse after each session, air dry, and they'll last considerably longer.

Hole-free vs. traditional holes — what's the difference?

Holed grips lock in via your fingers but can bunch up and slow transitions. Hole-free grips sit flat across your palm with even pressure, faster movement between exercises, and no hotspots. Almost all serious CrossFit athletes have switched.

Can I use the same grips on bar and rings?

Yes. The Velites Quad Ultra and All Terrain are particularly good for ring transitions because the flat profile follows the rotation without folding or bunching.

I'm a beginner — do I need grips right away?

Not immediately. Build some calluses first — around 2–4 weeks of bar work. Once doing consistent kipping sets or longer gymnastics WODs, grips protect your skin and let you train more frequently. The Picsil RX at €29,99 is a solid first pair.

Are there grips designed for women?

Yes. The Bear KompleX Black Diamond and Pinnacle Speed Grips are designed for smaller hands. They sit lower on the palm for a precise fit without excess material at the wrist.