Getting Started
Fits better every time you wear it.
How to put them on, what to expect in the first few sessions, and where they earn their keep.
How to Wear Them
It's built to work from set one.
Torn & Taped is ready to go the first time you put it on — no waiting period required before your first heavy session.
That said, it's genuine leather, so it behaves like it: the first few sessions it'll feel a little structured, and over the next several it softens and molds to the shape of your grip, creasing exactly where your hand closes most. Most customers say the fit noticeably improves after about a week of regular use — comfort goes up, and you stop thinking about it mid-set.
Built For
Deadlifts & Rack Pulls
The single biggest tear risk in most people's training — heavy pulls under a static bar. This is the exact pressure point the pad is built to cover.
Pull-Ups & Rows
No wrist strap to fight with mid-set, and no bulk getting in the way of a full grip around the bar.
Kettlebells & Farmer Carries
Repetitive, sustained contact is where cheap grips fail fastest — leather holds up to it without chalk or dust.
Everyday Training
On in seconds, off just as fast between exercises — one pair covers the whole session, not just your heaviest lift.
Quick Care Tip
Wipe down with a dry or barely damp cloth after sweaty sessions and let them air dry away from direct heat — that's what keeps genuine leather supple instead of stiff. Full care and durability details are on our FAQ page.