Foam Tape or Grip Tape on Fingerboards?

Fingerboards looks exactly like a skateboard, but some uses foam tape instead of grip tape on their deck especially if they are using a wooden deck.  Why use a foam tape? Why not just use an ordinary skateboard grip tape? Before comparing, let me start by describing a grip and a foam tape.

A grip tape is that sandpaper like thing with adhesive that is used for friction on the skateboard (or longboard) deck’s surface. It gives the rider more friction to control the board. A foam tape serves the same purpose for fingerskating, only that it is smoother and made of rubber like material.

Foam tape is preferred by fingerboarders because it is smooth and it prevents scraping of the fingers. Think about this, you use nothing to protect your fingers while fingerboarding while there’s skate shoes to protect your feet when skateboarding.

You can find foam tapes on your favourite online fingerboard store or purchase them on eBay. There are also alternatives for those who want to make a foam tape on their own, you can watch on YouTube for tutorials on how to do these things.

I personally prefer foam tapes. I love grip tape on my skateboard, but using them on a fingerboard is different. Tricks are easier and smoother when using foam tapes.