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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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