1. To grip such a unique handmade longboard, we needed something more than just the average solid grip tape job on the top side of the deck. We dec...

2. Cutting from the back side of the grip tape is always easier than from the front side. It may take a bit more thinking to visualize what it will...

3. Peel the paper backing off of the grip tape, and carefully stick the sheets in place on the deck. Grip tape is quite tacky, so it can be difficu...

4. Before you start cutting off the excess grip tape from your deck, another great tip is to make sure your tape is pressed down firmly by rolling...

5. Once you have the edges scored, you can use the utility knife to cut off the excess grip tape. Extend the blade out and run it along the edge of...

6. After the surface of your deck has been covered by the grip tape, you will most likely need to punch out the holes for your truck bolts. The eas...

7. Your board is now fully gripped and ready to ride! Hopefully this tutorial helps explain the basic principles of gripping your own skate/longboa...