General
re-gripping
What does re-gripping mean?
The act of peeling off old, worn grip tape and applying a new sheet to restore traction on the deck.
"I'm re-gripping my board before the weekend."
Origin
Descriptive: re-applying grip tape.
Frequently asked questions
What does re-gripping mean?
It means peeling off old, worn grip tape from a skateboard deck and applying a fresh sheet to restore grip for your feet.
When should you re-grip your board?
When the grip tape is worn smooth, peeling, or so dirty it no longer provides traction, or after you've swapped to a new deck.
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