Why Foam Grip Tape Longboard Decks Feel So Much Better

I honestly didn't think a foam grip tape longboard setup would make that much of a difference until I actually stepped on one during a local meetup last summer. For years, I just stuck with the standard, sandpaper-like stuff because, well, that's what everyone uses. It's the default. But after a two-hour session on some less-than-perfect pavement, my feet usually felt like they'd been vibrating in a blender. Switching to foam changed that whole dynamic, and I don't think I can ever go back to the grit-only life for my daily cruiser. ...

May 14, 2026 · 7 min · Marycarmen Egan