{"title":"Griptape","description":"\u003cp\u003eVandem Longboard Grip Tape is made for us in the UK!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTested literally to destruction by the UK's fastest racers and freeriders, it's available in Regular or Extra Coarse grades.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe recommend Extra Coarse for downhill, freeride and sliding, and Regular for cruising, dancing and skateparks\/bowls\/street.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOur grip tape is 11\" wide, wide enough for all but the craziest skateboards and longboards! We sell it by the 12\"\/280mm length, which means you only buy exactly what you need, and you'll always have enough to grip your board (as a lot of branded tape comes in 3ft packages...). Just set the quantity to the amount of tape you need to grip your deck when you check out.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOnce you switch to Vandem Griptape... you'll never look back!\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"vandem-extra-coarse-grip","title":"Vandem 11\" Extra Coarse Griptape","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease make sure that you order the right length for the board you want to grip.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIs your regular grip tape just not cutting it for you? Then give Vandem Extra Coarse grip a try.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis stuff is pretty savage - it eats shoes, slide gloves and thumbs with abandon. We have been running trials with this tape for a while now and have managed to refine it to get the perfect grip level.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether it's railing high speed corners, throwing huge standies, or massive pendy slides. Vandem Coarse grip will keep you locked in for sure.\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12px;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is probably overkill on most cruisers boards, street decks and dancing boards - go for the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/vandemlongboardshop.co.uk\/products\/vandem-regular-griptape\"\u003eRegular Griptape\u003c\/a\u003e instead.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWe never fold or crease griptape - it ships rolled up!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLengths available:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSkateboard Length is 3ft (36\")\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLongboard Length is 5ft (60\")\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA Roll is 60ft (720\")\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease measure your board first!!!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpecs: \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade in the UK.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e11inch\/280mm wide.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuper coarse grit for ultimate grip.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpecially formulated heat resistant glue to help prevent melting grip - footbrakers love this stuff!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupple backing to allow for easy application.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTraditional Black grip colouring.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Vandem Longboard Shop","offers":[{"title":"Skateboard Length - 3ft (36\")","offer_id":15051220254829,"sku":"GRP_VDM_COARSE_SKATEB","price":12.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"Longboard Length - 5ft (60\")","offer_id":15051220287597,"sku":"GRP_VDM_COARSE_LONGB","price":17.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"Roll - 60ft (720\")","offer_id":15051220320365,"sku":"GRP_VDM_COARSE_ROLL","price":150.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1125\/9420\/products\/HRD_VANDEM_GRIP_X-Coarse.jpg?v=1568709962"},{"product_id":"vandem-regular-griptape","title":"Vandem 11'' Skateboard \/ Longboard Griptape","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease make sure that you order the right length for the board you want to grip.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlack regular grade griptape from Vandem Longboard shop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSticky one side grippy the other!\u003c\/span\u003e Also features a high strength water proof backing making it harder to tear than an old copy of the yellow pages (ask yer parents kids) and dog piss resistant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis grip will keep your wood looking fresh and your feet firmly planted on it. At 11 inches wide this will be ideal for gripping longboards, wider pool shape popsicles and re-issues.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWe never fold or crease griptape - it ships rolled up!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLengths available:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSkateboard Length is 3ft (36\")\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLongboard Length is 5ft (60\")\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA Roll is 60ft (720\")\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease measure your board first!!!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpecs: \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade in the UK.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e11inch\/280mm wide.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupple backing to allow for easy application.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTraditional Black grip colouring.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Vandem Longboard Shop","offers":[{"title":"Skateboard Length - 3ft (36\")","offer_id":15052222824557,"sku":"GRP_VDM_REGULAR_SKATEB","price":10.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Longboard Length - 5ft (60\")","offer_id":15052222857325,"sku":"GRP_VDM_REGULAR_LONGB","price":15.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Roll - 60ft (720\")","offer_id":15052222890093,"sku":"GRP_VDM_REGULAR_ROLL","price":135.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1125\/9420\/products\/HRD_VANDEM_GRIP_X-Coarse_00ad743d-04ba-4950-93a7-d305ca420158.jpg?v=1568709963"},{"product_id":"vandem-11-wide-clear-longboard-grip-tape","title":"Vandem 11\" Clear Longboard grip tape - 1ft length","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease make sure that you order the right length for the board you want to grip.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClear grip sticky on one side grippy on the other.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClear griptape is great if you have a top graphic or finish on your \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/vandemlongboardshop.co.uk\/collections\/longboards\"\u003elongboard\u003c\/a\u003e deck that you want to show off.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnfortunately, as anyone who uses it will tell you, clear griptape is never really very grippy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHappily the clear griptape we have is by far the grippiest we've ever seen! It's about as grippy as our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/vandemlongboardshop.co.uk\/products\/vandem-regular-griptape\"\u003eRegular Griptape\u003c\/a\u003e. So it's perfect for pretty much any longboard out there.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWe never fold or crease griptape - it ships rolled up!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLengths available:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSkateboard Length is 3ft (36\")\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLongboard Length is 5ft (60\")\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA Roll is 60ft (720\")\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease measure your board first!!!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpecs: \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade in the UK.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e11inch\/280mm wide.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupple backing to allow for easy application.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSemi-Transparent Clear colouring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Vandem Longboard Shop","offers":[{"title":"Skateboard Length - 3ft (36\")","offer_id":15052274925677,"sku":"GRP_VDM_CLEAR_SKATEB","price":10.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Longboard Length - 5ft (60\")","offer_id":15052274958445,"sku":"GRP_VDM_CLEAR_LONGB","price":15.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Roll - 60ft (720\")","offer_id":15052275023981,"sku":"GRP_VDM_CLEAR_ROLL","price":145.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1125\/9420\/products\/HRD_VANDEM_GRIP_CLEAR.jpg?v=1569004361"},{"product_id":"rocket-dark-matter-downhill-griptape","title":"Rocket Dark Matter Downhill Griptape","description":"\u003cp\u003eDo you enjoy your feet sticking to your board in all manner of conditions, at all speeds and in all situations? Then you'll love Dark Matter griptape, from Rocket Longboards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is the Dark Matter V2 - now with even more grip. I thought the last one was pretty grippy already!\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot content with the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/vandemlongboardshop.co.uk\/collections\/griptape\" title=\"Griptape\"\u003egriptape\u003c\/a\u003e offerings on the market, Rocket took it back to basics. The real difference here is that the grip is fabric-backed, rather than paper-backed as is found with most griptape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat fabric backing means that:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe edges don't tear or flake off\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis means ever - not when you're initially gripping your board and its a bit cold and brittle, and not when it takes an impact into a curb or wall later in its life. It's stronger and more flexible and you won't find yourself needing to re-grip half as often.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIt's heat resistant\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe fabric can't melt. Great news for anyone in a hot climate or that loves to footbrake at speed. There's nothing worse than laying down a solid footbrake then instantly melting your griptape with your hot sole. Not only is it dodgy as anything when you next try and unstick your foot, but it smooths off the grip in the process - but not with Dark Matter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe grains are smaller and sharper\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is possible thanks to the fabric backing and practically speaking, is wonderful. Not only does it last longer than conventional coarse grip, but provides epic grip even in wet conditions. As much fun as I've had sliding along on my bum in the wet, it would have been even more fun if I'd have stayed on my board - and Dark Matter seriously helps with that.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach pack contains 4 sheets. \u003cem\u003eBut please note, they are not all equal:\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e3x\u003c\/strong\u003e 32cm x 26cm rectangles (12.6\" x 10.2\")\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e1x\u003c\/strong\u003e 10cm x 26cm rectangle (4\" x 10.2\") with a laser cut Dark Matter logo. Bet that gave off some nice fumes!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBasically, if your board is less than 10.25\" wide (it likely is!) then \u003cstrong\u003eone pack will grip a board up to 106cm\/41.7\".\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned with \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/vandemlongboardshop.co.uk\/collections\/longboard-downhill-speed-race-decks\" title=\"Downhill Longboards\"\u003edownhill\u003c\/a\u003e in mind but honestly a top product for anyone who simply wants to be able to trust their griptape in all conditions. And doesn't mind that classic sandpaper red colour.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rocket","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47605584658716,"sku":"GRP_ROC_DARKMATTER","price":29.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1125\/9420\/files\/Rocket-Dark-Matter-Griptape-3.jpg?v=1705942841"},{"product_id":"seismic-lokton-36-grit-fishnet-griptape","title":"Seismic Lokton 36-grit Fishnet Griptape 3-Pack","description":"\u003cp\u003eBefore, there was only griptape. Now, there is griptape, and there is Seismic Lokton griptape. The two are not the same.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt 36-grit, this is a coarse griptape designed primarily for downhill and sliding. It's sharp and once your feet are planted on it, it's actually pretty hard to move them. Seriously, it can be a bit weird at first, but it's hard to move away from once you're used to feeling that secure on your board.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a 3-sheet pack of the \"Fishnet\" pattern. The cut-out patterns make the griptape more flexible and easy to stick to your board, and all the extra edges provide still more grip.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePaper-backed and with pressure-sensitive adhesive, Seismic's instructions on application are roughly as follows:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1) Get your deck clean of any grease or glue residue from your previous griptape\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2) Remove paper backing, then warm up the griptape with a hair dryer or heat gun - gently does it\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e3) Place on your deck, starting from one end. If you're happy with the positioning, immediately apply pressure by standing all over the board. You can even bounce up and down a bit\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e4) Trim edges by cutting from the top. Do not file or bend. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne pack contains:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e3x\u003c\/strong\u003e 28cm x 28cm squares (11\" x 11\")\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat means boards up to 33\" can be completely covered by one pack. However, this stuff is pricey and very sharp - what we tend to do here is to use a piece where your feet go and leave the nose, tail, and middle of your board free to be covered with regular grip, left clear, covered in stickers... etc. Wait for a rainy day, get creative... then go skate!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo worries about slipping off your board when you're riding the Seismic Lokton griptape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Seismic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47691674255644,"sku":"GRP_SEI_LOKTON36_FISHNET_PACK","price":34.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1125\/9420\/files\/Seismic-Lokton-Griptape-Fishnet-3.jpg?v=1707137071"},{"product_id":"seismic-lokton-60-grit-fishnet-griptape-3-pack","title":"Seismic Lokton 60-grit Fishnet Griptape 3-Pack","description":"\u003cp\u003eBefore, there was only griptape. Now, there is griptape, and there is Seismic Lokton griptape. The two are not the same.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt 60-grit, this is a relatively coarse griptape that's a bit more forgiving than the really hardcore \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/vandemlongboardshop.co.uk\/products\/seismic-lokton-36-grit-fishnet-griptape\" title=\"Seismic Lokton griptape\"\u003e36-grit\u003c\/a\u003e stuff. A viable upgrade for your longboard once the grip is looking a little tired that'll keep you...well, locked on.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProbably still a bit too grippy for any board that you want to ollie - I mean you could, but it would make short work of your shoes! For that, go with our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/vandemlongboardshop.co.uk\/products\/vandem-regular-griptape\" title=\"Regular griptape\"\u003eregular griptape\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a 3-sheet pack of the \"Fishnet\" pattern. The cut-out patterns make the griptape more flexible and easy to stick to your board, and all the extra edges provide still more grip.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePaper-backed and with pressure-sensitive adhesive, Seismic's instructions on application are roughly as follows:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1) Get your deck clean of any grease or glue residue from your previous griptape\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2) Remove paper backing, then warm up the griptape with a hair dryer or heat gun - gently does it\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e3) Place on your deck, starting from one end. If you're happy with the positioning, immediately apply pressure by standing all over the board. You can even bounce up and down a bit\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e4) Trim edges by cutting from the top. Do not file or bend. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne pack contains:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e3x\u003c\/strong\u003e 28cm x 28cm squares (11\" x 11\")\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat means boards up to 33\" can be completely covered by one pack. However, this stuff is pricey - what we tend to do here is to use a piece where your feet go and leave the nose, tail, and middle of your board free to be covered with regular grip, left clear, covered in stickers... etc. Wait for a rainy day, get creative... then go skate!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo worries about slipping off your board when you're riding the Seismic Lokton griptape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Seismic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47738155467036,"sku":"GRP_SEI_LOKTON60_FISHNET_PACK","price":34.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1125\/9420\/files\/Seismic-Lokton-Griptape-Fishnet-3_5b65464d-6eb9-4751-8a2e-e9953e77857a.jpg?v=1709217399"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1125\/9420\/collections\/CTA-How-To-Grip-Skateboard.jpg?v=1510608840","url":"https:\/\/vandemlongboardshop.co.uk\/collections\/griptape\/50-100.oembed","provider":"Vandem Longboard Shop UK","version":"1.0","type":"link"}