The Guard-Tex Blog

Expert guides on hand protection, blister prevention, and getting the most out of every roll—from 90 years of experience.

CrossFit athlete doing pull-ups
CrossFit

How to Prevent Hand Tears in CrossFit: The Complete Guide

Stop ripped hands from ruining your WOD. Learn proven techniques to prevent CrossFit hand tears, callus management, and the best protective tape for pull-ups and barbell work.

8 min read
Athletic tape rolls
Guide

Self-Adhering Tape vs Athletic Tape: Which Is Better?

8 min read
Weightlifter gripping barbell
Weightlifting

Best Tape for Weightlifting Hook Grip: Complete Protection Guide

7 min read

Sports & Athletics

Rowing crew on water
Rowing

How to Prevent Rowing Blisters: A Complete Guide

9 min read
Rock climber on wall
Climbing

Finger Taping for Rock Climbing: Protect Pulleys and Skin

10 min read
Golfer gripping club
Golf

How to Prevent Golf Blisters: Complete Hand Protection

7 min read
Bowling ball on lane
Bowling

Bowling Thumb Tape: Better Grip, Better Release

6 min read
Fly fisherman casting line
Fishing

Fishing Finger Protection: Stop Line Cuts

5 min read

Equipment & Grip

Baseball bat and glove
Baseball

How to Tape a Baseball Bat Handle: Better Grip

6 min read
Hockey player with stick
Hockey

How to Tape a Hockey Stick Handle: Complete Guide

7 min read
Lacrosse player
Lacrosse

How to Tape a Lacrosse Stick Handle: Complete Guide

7 min read
Workshop tools
Workshop

How to Wrap Tool Handles for Better Grip

6 min read

Work & Craft

Industrial worker
Industrial

Industrial Finger Protection: Safety on the Shop Floor

7 min read
Healthcare worker hands
Healthcare

Finger Cot Alternatives: Why Healthcare Workers Choose Tape

5 min read
Jewelry making
Crafting

Finger Protection for Jewelry Making: Stop Wire Cuts

6 min read
Drummer playing
Musicians

Drummer Finger Protection: Stop Blisters, Play Longer

6 min read