Pelican Bat Wax, an all natural baseball accessory company based out of San Francisco, CA, introduces a line of grip enhancers with photos and tips on effective application. Each item has its own “tack level” identified by a number, where a higher number indicates more tack. The collection starts with The Stick, followed by The Pine Stick and finally Grip Dip.
The Stick: wax-based pine tar substitute
The Stick is a wax based pine tar substitute that is meant to be rubbed on the handle or taper of the bat. The Stick is available in three colors including natural, pine tar brown and black. Today, we went with the pine tar brown option. Rip the paper tube off exposing the amount of product needed. Once the product is exposed, you’re ready to apply on the handle or the taper of the bat. While The Stick is formulated for the bat handle, you can also apply it to the taper and grab it before your at bat to bring some tack directly to your hands. It will be pretty subtle this way but depending on how much tack you want, this could be the way to go.
The Pine Stick: bridging pine tar and grip sticks
Next up is the Pine Stick. The Pine Stick is a product that can bridge the gap between pine tar heads and players who prefer a grip stick. It comes in a 2oz. Once a nice coat is on there, you can grab it with your hands and bring it down to the handle.
Grip Dip: the stickiest option with pine tar & rosin
The final product we are going to discuss is the Grip Dip. The Grip Dip has a tack level of 8 and is our stickiest product to date. It’s a pine tar & rosin blended formula that has a consistency very similar to peanut butter. If you love pine tar but wish it would be ready to go as soon as it hits the bat, then this is for you. Pine tar usually takes a bit of doctoring before optimal tack is achieved. The Grip Dip comes in a 4oz. tin very similar to something you’d see the other kind of dip in. Once the coat is nice and smooth, you are ready to go.
We at Pelican Bat Wax have spent the past year and a half developing our line of all natural baseball accessories and they’ve been tested at every level of baseball. “I’m saying this with no exaggeration, this product is by far the best pine tar I have ever used. I already have 3 guys from San Jose ordering. Thank you so much!”
To maximize usefulness, apply each product to the bat handle or taper as appropriate and adjust the amount of tack to match personal preference and the level of play. Transitions between products should be smooth and consistent with your grip goals.
5 TRICKS To Using PINE TAR That The PROS Don't Want You To Know!
- Choose your preferred color of The Stick and remove the paper tube to expose the product.
- Rub onto the bat handle or taper as needed for grip before at bat or during practice.
- For bridging preferences, apply The Pine Stick and work it down to the handle with a firm coat.
- Use Grip Dip for the highest tack level if immediate readiness is desired.
| Product | Size | Tack Level | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Stick | Varies by color | Low to medium | Wax-based pine tar substitute |
| The Pine Stick | 2 oz | Medium | Bridges pine tar and grip stick concepts |
| Grip Dip | 4 oz | 8 | Very tacky, pine tar & rosin blend |
