Longboard Griptape

Maintain Control With Longboard Griptape

Griptape is the sandpaper-style material adhered to the top of your board. It plays a crucial role in creating friction between your footwear and the board, which is essential for maintaining control while riding. For those who enjoy longboarding, especially with vigorous pumping and carving, using griptape is strongly advised.

Can conventional skateboard griptape be used on longboards? It can be, as long as it is sufficiently long and wide. However, griptape specifically designed for longboarding tends to be coarser to accommodate the distinct riding style.

Griptape comes in an impressive variety of styles and designs, allowing you to personalise your board. If you wish to preserve the appearance of your deck, consider opting for clear griptape. Clear longboard griptape functions like standard tape, but allows the underlying design and graphics of your deck to remain visible.

Looking After Your Griptape

Proper care of your griptape ensures its longevity and enhances your riding experience. The first step is ensuring that the tape is applied correctly without air bubbles. For guidance, refer to our article and video on How to Put on Griptape.

Regularly cleaning your griptape will keep it effective and looking sharp. This is easily done by scrubbing it with a griptape cleaner. Nonetheless, griptape will eventually wear out and require replacement over time.

The frequency with which you need to replace your tape depends on your skating habits and the type of skating you do. If, even after cleaning, the friction begins to diminish, it's likely time for new tape.

If you’re in need of tape for skateboarding, explore our Skateboard Griptape.