How to Grip a Skateboard Deck | Tactics

[@tacticsboardshop]

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[@Lilwindex15k]

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[@Lilwindex15k]

I’m getting a new deck for my birthday which is July 29th

[@smoothpoon86]

Only one myself and it was before I knew about this video so it looks like I did it blindfolded and underwater. So here I am!

[@imshort5056]

I just gripped my first board and im crazy happy

[@Corpst]

I also just gripped my first board. I didn’t do a perfect job but not bad.

[@superlimon.8906]

Ayyy me too lol

[@noshadownolight]

@@Corpst any tips before I order my tape?

[@qwertyzxc1097]

me too dude

[@pofkimbas]

Me too less gooo

[@_Maxten]

Even though i know how to grip a board I like watching these videos just to see their methods. Everyone has their own.

[@jeanneschaffer6165]

Same

[@bwilly4359]

I do the same :)

[@jameshoward1842]

Same

[@jameshoward1842]

They are going to get so many veiws for no reason

[@y3wtf]

same

[@stellasfunfilms4211]

I absolutely love how he understands that NOT EVERYONE HAS THE PROPER STUFF Because almost every single one of these vids I’ve watched have all these tools that I don’t have and I know a lot of other people don’t either so I love how he understands that and uses options most of us have. Thanks for the vid!

[@Drawoj]

Been skating for 11 years and for sure knows how to do this but I love watching videos like this.

[@invalidrequest]

Wow, that's great news.

[@johnlabrott2835]

Today I tried to apply my own grip for the first time and made a sloppy mess of it. Now after watching this video I think I can do it much better.

[@poptort2082]

Same

[@bradleymorgan3728]

I like seeing the way that others grip they're board,even though i know how to,and i always try the new methods,and maybe it'll be better than my method.

[@seekah1]

There's quite a few different ways to grip a board. I just try and pick out all the best tips and make my own method. I love YT and Tactics for their genuine help.

[@Miss.6ixEdits]

the "take your ring off before" tip was excellent i never would have even thought of it thank you lol

[@julie1243]

i’m just watching because it’s satisfying

[@edwinskates5590]

I bought a clear mob griptape today from ur website I can’t wait till it comes 💯💯

[@tacticsboardshop]

When you're applying Clear Grip, use one of your wheels on your truck to roll out the bubbles while you're applying it and it will come out a lot better! - Tim

[@invalidrequest]

@Edwin me too. @Tactics Boardshop ok, so how is that different from the process you just showed on this video?

[@JimmyDawson1013]

I used to do the slap method, but that was 17 years ago. Thanks for this vid, gripping a new deck and this was SUPER helpful!

[@jogysvlogys]

About to try this for the first time on my birthday board. Wish me luck!

[@TrueNomadSkies]

This couldn't be more perfect of an explanation, especially mentioning simple things we can use for simple tools.

[@Femboy_lunges_at-u]

Im gripping a water ski turned into a longboard deck. Its a project me and the boys decided to do and its been crazy.

[@stringedassassin]

I haven't had to do this in like 30 years. I was looking for tips, I just literally did everything he did in the video and my new deck turned out awesome. No bubbles, no nothing. Some guys apply it from one end to the other (which is probably what I would've done), but this method here is solid.

[@J_mur]

Why is that such a beautiful board from the bottom🛹💫

[@mitchellfidler6363]

This and your video on removing old grip tape helped me regrip a board for the first time in my life! Thank you for these videos!

[@craftylemon2460]

Pro tip. Use a countersink in the holes for the trucks, after adding the griptape of course. It removes excess griptape in the best way so the screws don't have to push it down and make a bulge. It will be perfection.

[@dar_qness7890]

*me, gripping a skateboard for the first time, admiring my botched work* excellent ! thanks for the vid my man

[@blakerayze1726]

just gripped mine for for first time and its slightly botched but i love it, add character, i figured it would get scuffed anyways if i was skating like i should.

[@zach1425]

I've been learning to skate on a gifted,used board, today a man drove down my road, he owns a skate shop, gave me a deck and a roll of grip tape, this'll be my first board to make my own, I've never been more excited

[@HammerJorgenvag]

Just got my board today. I am gonna try and grip it myself after watching this.

[@purplefoir971]

I love this video because its helpful but the calm music in these videos is so damn calming

[@spoonbill7361]

I always look forward to gripping any new boards that I get, it's always so satisfying

[@Brick374]

Thank you so much for these helpful videos! I re-gripped my first deck today and I'm very happy with the result! 🥳 The tip about using a hairdryer to help remove the old griptape was a game-changer, would never have thought of that myself!

[@slowrider916]

We didn't have a lot of money so I always used to grip my boards with scraps of grip tape. Then I let the shops grip my boards. Now, at age 50, I'm doing a full sheet of tape for the first time. Great vid, thanks!

[@csconnor5160]

I gripped a board today and it was better than I thought it'd be. Thanks man

[@neesmuparedzeets]

Just gripped my first skateboard and i think i did a fairly decent job for first time. Thank you very much ❤

[@milesrose4778]

im watching this like i havent gripped 7 boards in the past month XD. Its just so satisfying to cut grip.

[@cubanorafter]

Great video guys! It's been about 25 years since I last gripped my own board. I needed a refresher on this! Spent this afternoon refurbishing an old Element board and ordered some new tape. Also ordered additional tape for the THPS collector board coming in.

[@idkdude969]

I love this, thought about letting it do in a skater shop, but now I am confident enough to do it myself, thank u so much

[@sluming2672]

this is how i grip boards, was going to make my own video about it but he covered it! what a legend 3:56

[@notseelen]

I just want to say thank you for this...I know it seems easy, and it is, but I am a perfectionist I use this video every single time I grip a new deck. Thank you!!!! (also, a few friends live near you and say you're an amazing shop 💜)

[@legoeaglevr5514]

Thanks for making this just gripped my custom board. Would have been lost without this

[@3jsu5]

You guys should bring back that duck deck in the intro!

[@nimrodbako7965]

i love your profile pic dawg

[@mootsybootsy]

Thanks for the video I just gripped my second board

[@NinetyFive993]

Great video. Love the options for different tools. You have the tool - it just may not be a "tool". Like the wheels on the truck to flatten out the grip tape. Nice work here. Thank you for sharing. Made my project so much easier and turned out looking great.

[@PraiseTheSun_]

Just gripped my first board thanks to you, kudos!

[@kaden694]

There are so many popular skate channels, but this is an under rated but awesome and informative channel

[@jackgolden1774]

Dang that tactics board for example looked so clean

[@jonasotrisal444]

You guys have the best skate set up tutorials out there

[@marlenelieb5935]

Thank you, now I feel confident to change the grip on my daughters scooter.

[@m0nsoonx3]

thx for this video i just bought a new deck online from u guys and this helped a ton

[@FrankBoston]

Much better than every other video I watched. Thanks.

[@jdsarfo610]

I just gripped a board for the first time and this help so much

[@willemdafriend916]

I just built and bought my first custom set with you guys! Can’t wait to build it

[@bigmushypealad8530]

That’s gotta be the most perfect cut I’ve ever seen on a deck

[@DarthVader2017]

It's been years since I've skated, just got an 80's cruiser deck to ride with my daughter. This definitely refreshed my memory, awesome vid much appreciated! 😎🔥🤙

[@toxicbunnyxd7944]

Watching this cause I got a deck from u guys and it’s also going to be my first time putting on grip tape lol

[@uodofucofl0964]

YEY my first ever grip tape changing. I'm so happy

[@invalidrequest]

me too

[@jarrodfulton]

Nice video , nothing better than a new set up

[@jalamypeno]

I recently discovered this channel and love it. After more than ten years I decided to start skating again and I really appreciate your videos. Will buy my new skateboard setup from you guys definitely.

[@gutscrunger]

just got my neon pink grip tape in the post i’m so excited

[@chasemoneyfate]

put little break cuts near where the nose and tail go from straight to curving around, so that if you gotta do something quick you can just cut to the break cut and come back or just so you can get the easy parts done first, then the nose and tail, it could also be your starting area if you dont want to risk cutting your hand by poking it through the grip where you cant see it

[@locoboto6183]

The intro is satisfying

[@iliketurtles4761]

I just gripped my first board too bro.. this video helped ... thanks tactic

[@mickelsonian1]

The only tip I got, use a hair dryer or heat gun on the edges after you’re done! Promotes good adhesion and cleans up some of the rougher cuts!

[@whiskyandsynths]

Thank you for this! Gripping my 1st board today!

[@woutervandemoortel3837]

Just gripped my board with your help, thaks mate!(grizzly tape feels amazing btw)

[@CheapOutDoorGearReview]

Nice high quality video. Very informative! Makes me wanna skate again. Keep it up guys.

[@biggievauls]

Just got 1 first board a ice cube one going to Try and add the grip tape myself fingers crossed 🤞

[@mtnmiker]

Nicely produced and informative.

[@Isaacw91]

Thank you this helped a lot i griped my first board today and it turned out great

[@zachdoamekpor391]

Thanks man! I’m very happy.

[@avariax2697]

thank you so much ive been trying to know how and im also beginger of skater thank you so much for the tips

[@donmclee1569]

This is somewhat satsisfying

[@yoshimadd6370]

thanks for the tutorial I was repurposing a skateboard that is about 40 years old and it's been 6 months since I've put grip tape on a skateboard

[@chasevolker8415]

I am so exited to do it mine is coming in the mail

[@johnnyappleseed2277]

Wow I had no idea you could do that. I didn't know you could assemble a skateboard. You haven't a video for that😮 this is brave times are living in.

[@danielmezemir1828]

Been skating for a year, already know this just wanted to watch

[@drqstic3423]

4+ years of skating and I still fuck up my board gripping

[@RedJar_Media]

this is so helpful im 10 and this is going to be my first time putting on grip.

[@monadamus42]

Great guide! Thank you!

[@dougwillett]

Thanks you so much man

[@ethannguyen711]

I never grip a board before and it looks scary. This vid will help!

[@duckless5463]

watched this. gripped a board for the first time. bit rough but not too shabby for my first time

[@hugs4piper]

This really helped. Thanks 👍

[@mulldriftyr]

relaxating video :) it helps me find sleep

[@invalidrequest]

That is a great compliment.

[@slipipoca]

Watching this after messing up my grip tape 🫠

[@atlas606]

this is so useful oml ty

[@rastaskate4546]

Really helpful video. Maybe now after 20 years of skating I can put some effort into gripping my skateboard actually caring about the results 😂

[@oliverridley7473]

Thanks dude you helped alot

[@16LaFamilia]

i put my griptape over the screws all of them but one on the backside. it has its ups and downs but it looks cool.

[@moiseswya_5280]

This helped a lot ☺️

[@ScarletBlack1989]

Thank you for this. First time doing this for my 11 year old son's skateboard and I am nervous AF lol.

[@tacticsboardshop]

How'd it turn out? 🛹😅

[@ScarletBlack1989]

@@tacticsboardshop I havnt done it yet. I found your videos when I was searching on where to start and how the heck I was going to achieve this without taking it to someone else. I'm now confident I can save the day LOL

[@kamilziamyuh6087]

I might do this because I might buy custom grip tape so thanks for the vid!

[@maryal9656]

This might be controversial, but something I do after gripping a board is to take a bit of the off cut grip tape and very lightly sand down the top surface of the grip tape. This makes the grip tape less abrasive so it doesn't wear out your shoes as quickly. Make sure you don't press too hard, do it evenly and not for too long or you will end up with dull patches on your grip tape that do not grip and you won't be able to do tricks. I would say the pressure that you would use to gently stroke a cat or a dog is good. Doing this saves your shoes from getting trashed in those first few sessions where the grip tape is really harsh.

[@tacticsboardshop]

Not controversial at all! I do the same thing. 🍻 - Tim

[@frxsty505]

I just got a tatcis board im so exited

[@krishpatel416]

What sort of grip tape should I get if I don't want one that is too grippy

[@tacticsboardshop]

Mob is pretty much the grippiest standard griptape out there (except for longboard grip). Jessup and a couple of non-specific grip brands (enjoi, element, etc.) tend to be less grippy. Grizzly and Shake Junt are somewhere in between Jessup and Mob. If you grip the board yourself, you can always take the excess grip that you cut off and use it to lightly sand down the grip on the top. But don't sand the top too much 'cause you still want good traction. I hope that helped! - Tim

[@shanebranum4824]

pyramid country worked fine, a little less grippy than mob

[@kaiajackson8538]

Thank you!!!!

[@invalidrequest]

I've got a graphic on the board in the middle. I will have to go around it somehow.

[@tacticsboardshop]

Here's a tutorial we made on how to get those detailed cut outs in the middle of the grip. Hope it turns out well! kzbin.info/www/bejne/b5CXmoKIhrx_fJY

[@invalidrequest]

@@tacticsboardshop wow, cool thanks!

[@eatsleepplayrepeat]

I'm using this for my motorcycle center stand. I hope it keeps me from slipping.

[@careywoodward9374]

Super helpful vid! I have a nickel Leonard that came with a grip tape that I’m tired of the design.. so I’m gonna order a new one. The only different between it and the skateboard on this vid is that there’s a slight edge on the top that the grip doesn’t cover. How would you suggest I carve it down to keep the edge without the tape on there?

[@carlwedding]

Thank you for telling me to take my ring off because I’d have been SO sad if it got scratched

[@saxenart]

Does somebody know a good website to buy grip tapes? I want to buy an grip tape of some kind of game or anime but I can’t find any online and in the country i live in skateboarding isn’t that popular.

[@tacticsboardshop]

If you can't find exactly what you want for a grip tape graphic, you can always get some stickers or cu-touts of your favorite game or anime, and stick them to your deck, then put clear griptape over them so you can still see it under the grip. It's worth a try! Cheers! - Tim www.tactics.com/mob-grip/clear-perforated-skateboard-grip-tape/clear

[@infenrotv]

tim from tactics board shop is gonna be the next aaron kyro

[@zadekeys2194]

Use the smooth part of the truck axel if you don't have others tools around. Muuuuch cleaner than using the hanger.

[@zaneleyva8477]

I gripped my first board the way that the guy on the curb did. It wasn’t horrible but it wasn’t pretty either. Definitely usin a razor this time.

[@TheEricMatthews]

I had not "Gripped" a new deck since 1984 so I needed a guide to get back and hopefully do it right on my new beautiful skate. Back then we didn't give a shit - we slapped it on, hard core. This is a great tutorial but it's missing one thingy. If you do the cutting stage in a cold room you will not get a clean line when cutting. My shop was at 53 degrees so I have some jagged edges now. It's fine, looks great from 8 ft. with 20/20 vision. But yeah, do that cut stage at 65+ degrees. Hindsight is 20/20.

[@gumballwatterson8704]

Getting new board today

[@jiveehallow7899]

lmfaoo my first time gripping a board n all i had was an old box cutter it ain’t come out perfect but i’m still really happy