There is a point inbetween too tight and too loose that is just right. Takes some time to figure out. If you're finding it going on too tight, ensure you keep your fingers spread wide apart as you wrap your hands. Wrap tight, but don't reef on it. If you are finding the basic method slips off your hands, try the between the finger method. It has a tendency to not work loose as easy. Usually, if you keep your fingers spread and wrap snugly, but not super tight, you'll get the right tension.