Grip tapeis just that—grip. The coarseness of the tape helps the skater’s shoes to grasp the board while riding. Grip tape has a very strong, adhesive backing which is virtually impossible to remove once applied. Putting grip on a board can be tricky. We offer a minimal fee for applicationfor those who wish not to embark on such a journey. For those who wish to take on this task, check out our step-by-stepassembly information.