Top Griptape Designs for 2023

Ask anyone who has skateboarded before and they will tell you there is no denying the importance of a high quality grip tape. Grip tape on skateboarders is the reason professionals are able to soar through the air, flip, and land back on their board. Grip tape is also the reason new skateboards get started riding without constantly flying off and breaking a bone.

Bottom line: Grip tape makes the skateboarding experience possible

Finding the Best Grip Tape For Your Style
Finding the creme de la creme, top griptape for your skateboard can be difficult. A few constant factors are in play when searching- you need one with the right material, stickiness factor (but won’t destroy your shoes in one session), right size, and of course a air bubble proof application doesn’t hurt. But what about design? These days everyone wants to show their unique style, their “personal brand”. What better way to do it then with your skateboard deck!

Grip tape has evolved from just black to a slew of other colors, styles, designs. The market now boasts grip tape in a variety of colors, designs, and patterns. The options are truly endless.You can even mix and match grip tapes or spray paint your own design right on top of your grip tape.

We’re breaking down the top griptape for skateboards going in 2023 below- let us know what you think and what styles you are loving lately.

Clear Grip Tape
One of our team favorites for showing personal style is using a clear grip tape. Clear grip tape is transparent so it will show off whatever design your board touts, so bonus points if your deck is brightly colored because it will show through SO COOL. Yes, clear grip tape is a top griptape for skateboards going into 2023 because it allows the boards ACTUAL DESIGN to be the shining star.

But wait, there is more. If you are feeling extra artistic you can even decorate over the clear grip tape with your own custom made designs. 

Many have put the question out on the Internet if clear grip tape is a pain to keep clean. The answer is not really. If you have a couple minutes after every boarding session to wipe it down and are careful not to go deep mudding with your shoes or board, you shouldn’t run into any major cleaning sessions. Like any grip tape though it does have a gritty texture and will pick up dirt, potentially leaving unsightly marks if you don’t do a little cleaning.

Whether you have a flair for creativity or just a real sweet deck you want to show off- clear grip tape is an excellent choice for skateboards going into 2023. 

Eco-Friendly Style
For those of you putting an extra emphasis on sustainability, the Jessup grip tape made with Nike Grind is perfect for your skateboard. In this never-before- done collaboration, Nike and Jessup teamed up to combine at least 33% of Nike Grind rubber from recycled footwear manufacturing scrap into the Jessup advanced griptape technology. 

This eco-friendly griptape offers skateboarders a ride that benefits the planet- how cool is that! Currently there is basic black and 4 limited edition designs in this series. Not only are these grip tapes nice to look at, but durable and environmentally friendly- you can’t go wrong!

Extra Strength
If you want a stylish grip tape that doubles down on extra grip, look no further in 2023 for the ULTRAGRIP series by Jessup Manufacturing. This line is requested by more skateboard pros than any other on the market. 

Using a specific manufacturing process that makes an aggressive grit, allowing for extra traction it enables skaters to perform a variety of tricks safely. The ULTRAGRIP line offers skaters an additional option when it comes to outfitting their board depending on their skating preference. 

The Jessup Manufacturing engineering team originally collaborated with Jessup Pro team riders PJ Ladd and Jeff Grosso to create and design this performance grip tape which was launched in July 2019. Available in several designs and patterns it has specific product attributes no other grip tape has combined:

● Increased granular construction to prevent feet from slipping, but provided quality board feel

● Easy application, trims without tearing, extreme durability

● Utilizes Silicon carbide particles to grip the shoe to the board more than any other grip tape.

Shop Top Griptape Designs for 2023
Since 1975, Jessup Manufacturing has been manufacturing high quality silicon-carbide grip tape for skateboarders. While the line still offers the popular black grip tape, it has evolved to now offering a variety of designs and increased grits based on skateboarding style.

Shop all the top griptape designs for 2023 on the Jessup Manufacturing website today.