The Best Grip Tapes (Review & Buying Guide)

Trazon's heavy-duty anti-slip grip tape is a professional-grade product designed for both indoor and outdoor use. Made of 80-grit aluminum oxide, this adhesive can be used on a variety of surfaces, from skateboards and scooter decks to stairs, ladders, sports equipment, and forklifts. It will stick to concrete, glass, plastic, metal, wood, stone, and more. The durable and waterproof material is peel resistant regardless of the weather conditions. The manufacturer designed it to withstand frequent foot traffic, and it won't deteriorate when exposed to oil and detergent. The product measures 4 inches by 35 feet, and it's easy to use. Just cut it to size, peel off the protective film, and stick it to a clean surface. The product is made in America and is backed by a 100 percent, money-back guarantee. One problem is that it may not stick too well to wood that isn't varnished or surfaces that aren’t properly prepped.

These two Skateboard Grip Tape Sheets are nine by 33 inches. They’re wide, so they fit a variety of children’s and adult kick, electric, and gas scooters and skateboards. The tape is also designed for longboards and other items, including stairs, pedals, and wheelchairs. The tape features a tear-proof backing, and it cuts cleanly. You don't have to worry about bubbles during application because the tape features hundreds of perforations that are hardly visible. The 1.5mm-thick tape is made with a silicon-carbide grit binding process, so it's durable, very sticky, and won't peel off in extreme temperature conditions. The company rolls each product by hand to minimize creases, and each one is packaged individually so they arrive at your home in optimal condition. However, there have been some complaints that it's a little too thin. It may also not look like the way it's depicted online.

With a name like Proguard, there's an expectation about quality. The Proguard Cloth Hockey Tape is 1 inch by 15 yards and is designed for hockey blades, grips, and handles. This professional tape has been around for decades and is what the pros use. This multi-use, versatile, and strong adhesive creates a secure bond on the surface area. It also prevents moisture from damaging wood. There's enough material to cover two to three standard-sized hockey sticks, so it's a great value for the money. Made of tight-woven, poly-cotton blend material, it's stretchy, easy to tear, and simple to manipulate. Users have also put this tape on pull-up bars, tools, and even on luggage handles. While the manufacturer says no scissors are required to tear the tape, some users say it's a little hard to rip. It may also be a little thin for some users.

This three-pack of WOD Nation Weightlifting Hook Grip Tape is available in black, blue, pink, and white and features a closed fist as the design. Designed for powerlifting, crossfit routines, and other types of exercise such as gymnastics and rock climbing, this tape is designed to stay put on your thumbs, fingers, and hands overall. It's very flexible, easy to mold, and prevents your skin from tearing or blistering, thus boosting your lifting capabilities. No matter how tight you wind the tape around your hands, it will maintain its flexibility. And while this tape is very strong, it's not too hard to tear due to the cotton-weave construction. One downside is that the roll isn't very large, and you may need to reorder it frequently. There have also been some complaints that it doesn't stick well if your hands are hot.

If you play ball, you should check out the Alien Pros Bat Grip Tape for Baseball. Available in a variety of colors and two-pack or four-pack options, this grip tape is very easy to put on a baseball bat. Also, you can use it on lacrosse, softball, and cricket bats. You simply need to peel it and wrap it around the equipment. Baseball players created this grip, so you know it's built to perform. The tacky tape is 1inch wide, 1.1mm thick, and 47.2 inches long and will maintain its grip in both wet and dry conditions. The grip is absorbent and ultra-lightweight as well as shock absorbing. Users report that it's comfortable, feels good, and doesn't slip. However, there have been some complaints that it's not thick enough. It may also unravel at the top of the bat.