Back in the 70's I worked in a skate shop. We had CLEAR grip tape then (still around?). So, I would take pics out of magazines (think boobilicious), glue them to the deck, and then cover them with the clear tape. I can't tell you how many deck jobs we sold that way. Hundreds, most likely.
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Thanks for the video, your expertise, and time. I have a couple of kick scooters whose grip tape I'll be replacing at some point, and this how-to vid will come in handy.
I have a video idea "how fix a chipped tail or nose" for me i remove the griptape, next use wood filler over the chipped area, then use a putty knife to apply the wood filler. Wait for about 24 hours, use sandpaper to remove access filler and go around the top of the deck til the filler is level with the board then apply a new sheet of griptape.
Heating it up doesnt save time and any grip will fully come off, just pry it up with a blade and pull carefully and the work is done. Dont worry about the sticky adhesive still being a little leftover on the ply. Just regrip it, and youre good to go.
I let my boy do my first grip and he tried to get fancy and fucked my shit up lmaoo thanks for this its been like 3 years and im tired of people askig wtf happened to my grip ahahaha
Hey friends at Tactics, a skate shop guy just applied grip tape w/ a graphic on it to our board - and the design is off center. It is not terrible, but a little frustrating. Thinking of reapplying a new one. Wondering how easy it will be to remove. Have not even stepped on it. So, guessing pretty easy. Mind sharing your POV here? Should we be able to remove it fairly easily and apply new tape correctly? Thanks in advance!
Yeah, it should be pretty easy to remove especially if it's brand new. Depending on what brand of grip it is, it might peel up in one piece, but you should be able to easily remove it with the method in the video. Cheers! - Tim
I have a full sheet of grip tape stick to my face, how can I get it off without burning my face with a heat gun? P.S. The razor blade also hurts my face.
The adhesive comes as part of the griptape and sticks onto the board like a giant sticker. I'm not sure what the exact adhesive is and it varies from brand to brand.👍 - Tim
Hey I have a question I wanna change my wheels to softer wheels because my countries roads and sidewalks are really rough should i get 85 a wheel or a 95(I'm not using it for trickS)
You should use a pointy tool like a thin screwdriver or a nail to poke the holes through from the under side of the deck. Then you'll be able to see them from the top side and get the hardware in. I hope that answered your question! 👍 - Tim
You should use a pointy tool like a thin screwdriver or a nail to poke the holes through from the under side of the deck. Then you'll be able to see them from the top side and get the hardware in. I hope that answered your question! 👍 - Tim
It's better to remove the trucks because the hardware bolts will be pinching the grip and make it harder to peel it up when it gets to the hardware. Plus, if you're going to re-grip the board, you don't want to put the grip on over the bolts, so you'll need to take them off anyway. 👍 - Tim
Nah, you don't want to do that because if you have to take off the trucks, you won't be able to loosen the hardware from both sides because they are covered by the griptape. You can start loosening the nut from the bottom side, but it usually starts just spinning the whole bolt because you're not holding it steady from the topside. Ultimately you would have to peel off the grip if you wanted to remove the trucks or hardware. So I don't recommend putting the grip tape over the already mounted bolts. 👍- Tim
I have an older skateboard that was left by someone and I highly doubt they want it back after how many years has been last year we wouldn't give it back anyways with how they treated my sister
Hello tactics, i wanted to build a skate, but i don't have enough budget to buy all at the same time, which should i buy first? deck?, Trucks?, Or wheels?
You might as well save up till you have enough to get all together. But if you really wanted to get one at a time, I'd say get the deck first, then you can base everything else off of the deck size. Also you can do flip tricks on the carpet without trucks which is pretty fun. 😄 Cheers! - Tim
If it's really hot where you live, you can set the board in the hot sun for a bit and let the grip get really hot and then peel it right there. You could also try an oven, but that's too hot and will probably warp the deck. You can just peel it without heating it, but it will be more difficult. 👍 - Tim
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Back in the 70's I worked in a skate shop. We had CLEAR grip tape then (still around?). So, I would take pics out of magazines (think boobilicious), glue them to the deck, and then cover them with the clear tape. I can't tell you how many deck jobs we sold that way. Hundreds, most likely.
Isn't that bc all of the graphics were on top of the board, so I've heard.
i have clear grip and idk if id ever get it again because of how easily it gets dirty, but if i do im fs doing this.
@@ELECTRiCMELViN69many decks still do some graphics or logo on top, but its always hidden by grip tape
That anti hero rug is so awesome!!!!
Looking to change your grip soon? Let us know how it goes in the comments below!
Check out the full blog here: www.tactics.com/info/how-to-remove-skateboard-grip-tape
Thanks for tips it came off like butter!
good to know for the future
Thanks for the video! Just removed the tape on my first meepo (v1.5) deck using a hair dryer - easy peasy :) Next steps - fix the delamination! 😉
What grip tape brands do you recommend?
Thank you, just what I was looking for and just what I found. Good step by step approach and thorough.
Excellent video, like always. Best skateboard content on RUclips.
Idk about that, he’s cool but braille kinda winning.
Thanks for the video, your expertise, and time. I have a couple of kick scooters whose grip tape I'll be replacing at some point, and this how-to vid will come in handy.
This is perfect I’m costomizing my cruise board and found some great grip tape to go with my sticker Bomb look
use a dryer sheet. all sticky gone and it makes the board smell nice
how
just changed my grip last week wish i had this video
i got dog shit on my grip today. soooo thats why im here.
Bummer! Hopefully using the dryer/heat gun on the 💩 doesn't stink up everything! 😆 What kind of grip are you putting on? - Tim
Thanks i been looking for a tutorial for a long time
Thanks this helped me dancer grip my longboard
Helped a lot thanks dude
I have a video idea "how fix a chipped tail or nose" for me i remove the griptape, next use wood filler over the chipped area, then use a putty knife to apply the wood filler. Wait for about 24 hours, use sandpaper to remove access filler and go around the top of the deck til the filler is level with the board then apply a new sheet of griptape.
I butchered my first-time application, using a dull pocket knife. This’ll come in handy, thanks
A few years ago this video would’ve come in handy, now I would probably just buy a new board instead of going through the whole removal process
I’m sure there’s someone who’s in the position you are in a few years ago🤙
Heating it up doesnt save time and any grip will fully come off, just pry it up with a blade and pull carefully and the work is done. Dont worry about the sticky adhesive still being a little leftover on the ply. Just regrip it, and youre good to go.
Bro it for sure saves time by heating up any adhesive prior to removal. Car emblems, PPF, stickers…etc.
Cool gonna need this for my electric short board at some point
Love your videos
not gonna lie when i did it i just put it in the oven
💀💀
Seriously skateboarders are only people who put shoes and skates into oven 🤣
Damn you have an oven that’s at least 32” wide?! That’s pretty much unheard of outside the restaurant industry in Europe!
@@Mrdinomistcar people put headlights in the oven lol
Wtf! How does it even fit?!
I let my boy do my first grip and he tried to get fancy and fucked my shit up lmaoo thanks for this its been like 3 years and im tired of people askig wtf happened to my grip ahahaha
Hey friends at Tactics, a skate shop guy just applied grip tape w/ a graphic on it to our board - and the design is off center. It is not terrible, but a little frustrating. Thinking of reapplying a new one. Wondering how easy it will be to remove. Have not even stepped on it. So, guessing pretty easy. Mind sharing your POV here? Should we be able to remove it fairly easily and apply new tape correctly? Thanks in advance!
Yeah, it should be pretty easy to remove especially if it's brand new. Depending on what brand of grip it is, it might peel up in one piece, but you should be able to easily remove it with the method in the video. Cheers! - Tim
@@tacticsboardshop Sweet. Thanks for the quick reply. Love shopping at Tactics. Cheers!
Great video thanks!!!
I have a full sheet of grip tape stick to my face, how can I get it off without burning my face with a heat gun? P.S. The razor blade also hurts my face.
Sorry it's taken me a year to see this. Is it still on your face or did you manage to get it off without burning yourself?
Legend has it he still lurks the ally ways at night…. You just hear sobbing and grip tape scratching from the shadows
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Thanks
thank you
Thanks brooo
Thanks now I can put on my shining purple grip tape so it looks like I ride a board from skate 3
does removing the grip tape also lift up any graphics that were there before? I'm assuming yet but I'm putting down clear grip tape
Nah it should be all good
Which glue is used that makes grip tape to stick on to the board
The adhesive comes as part of the griptape and sticks onto the board like a giant sticker. I'm not sure what the exact adhesive is and it varies from brand to brand.👍 - Tim
this was really helpful to my friend thanks guys
I dont have a heat gun or a hair dryer. can it be done with a blowtorch?
No don’t do that you’ll ruin your board
@@geertgietman nah it works just fine. that's what I used. just keep the flame a few inches from the grip so it doesn't heat too fast
What if I just use a blow torch
Hey I have a question I wanna change my wheels to softer wheels because my countries roads and sidewalks are really rough should i get 85 a wheel or a 95(I'm not using it for trickS)
The 85a wheels will be a lot smoother and faster on rough ground. 👍🛹 - Tim
Thanks bro
Is you website reliable because I want to save to buy a complete.
Yup! We're Bizrate certified (9.6/10) and have been stoking people out with skate and snow goods since 1999. 👍
How do I cut the holes for the screws so i see It?
You should use a pointy tool like a thin screwdriver or a nail to poke the holes through from the under side of the deck. Then you'll be able to see them from the top side and get the hardware in. I hope that answered your question! 👍 - Tim
You should use a pointy tool like a thin screwdriver or a nail to poke the holes through from the under side of the deck. Then you'll be able to see them from the top side and get the hardware in. I hope that answered your question! 👍 - Tim
@@tacticsboardshop Thank!
do i need to remove my trunks?
It's better to remove the trucks because the hardware bolts will be pinching the grip and make it harder to peel it up when it gets to the hardware. Plus, if you're going to re-grip the board, you don't want to put the grip on over the bolts, so you'll need to take them off anyway. 👍 - Tim
Can I just pup my grip tape over the screws
Nah, you don't want to do that because if you have to take off the trucks, you won't be able to loosen the hardware from both sides because they are covered by the griptape. You can start loosening the nut from the bottom side, but it usually starts just spinning the whole bolt because you're not holding it steady from the topside. Ultimately you would have to peel off the grip if you wanted to remove the trucks or hardware. So I don't recommend putting the grip tape over the already mounted bolts. 👍- Tim
I have an older skateboard that was left by someone and I highly doubt they want it back after how many years has been last year we wouldn't give it back anyways with how they treated my sister
I did it all with only my hands
Hello tactics, i wanted to build a skate, but i don't have enough budget to buy all at the same time, which should i buy first? deck?, Trucks?, Or wheels?
You might as well save up till you have enough to get all together. But if you really wanted to get one at a time, I'd say get the deck first, then you can base everything else off of the deck size. Also you can do flip tricks on the carpet without trucks which is pretty fun. 😄 Cheers! - Tim
Dope
Hey how can i remove the stock design on the bottom? Plz Respond! Thx!
i’d sand it down slightly
pro tip: grip over the old grip
Can you really do that or is this a joke
Will heating up the board damage the stickers I have on the other side?
I guess it depends on how much you heat the grip, but there's probably a good chance the stickers will get damaged as you peel up the grip. - Tim
@@tacticsboardshop True, but I can use a soft mat for that, I guess I'll have to be very careful with heating the grip.
is there any way to remove my griptape without heat gun or blow dryer?
If it's really hot where you live, you can set the board in the hot sun for a bit and let the grip get really hot and then peel it right there. You could also try an oven, but that's too hot and will probably warp the deck. You can just peel it without heating it, but it will be more difficult. 👍 - Tim
if this was any other skate shop this would be boring
Bro trow the bored away it looks done lol
Probs why it's being used to demonstrate. No loss if it gets fucked up.
I'll be the pioneer and use a toaster, gimmie a bit here.
*10mins later* worked
I fucked up badddd
Don't use a heat gun, you are deforming the board.
That board looks beat I would just get a whole new deck
BLACK MAGIC over MOB any day.
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