Octopus Swallow 2-Piece Corduroy Grip
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A Two Piece Swallow Traction Pad from Octopus
The Octopus Swallow 2-Piece Corduroy Grip pairs Octopus's signature Corduroy Grip texture with a two piece tail pad shaped for the swallow tail outline. Measuring 12.8 inches wide by 12.25 inches, it's built to give surfers a dependable back foot anchor without a bulky footprint.
What This Pad Is Made Of
- Two piece pad with Corduroy Grip texture
- 12.8 inch by 12.25 inch footprint
- No arch bar
- 10mm tall tail kick
Who Should Run This Pad
The 10mm tail kick on this pad is on the lower profile end, making it a good match for surfers who want subtle back foot reference without a tall arch or kick getting in the way of quick foot repositioning. Since it skips the arch bar entirely, riders who prefer a flatter feel underfoot and rely on the Corduroy Grip texture for hold will find this setup comfortable across a range of swallow tail and similar board shapes surfed along the South Florida coast.
Fitting and Caring for the Pad
Apply the pad to the tail of your deck using its adhesive backing, lining up the low 10mm kick where your back foot naturally sits. After every session, rinse the pad with fresh water to clear salt and sand from the Corduroy Grip surface, then let it dry fully before storing the board so the adhesive bond and grip texture hold up over time.
About Octopus
Octopus makes traction pads and surf accessories, including tail pads, corduroy grip, front and back surfboard grip pads, leashes, board socks, and wetsuit dry bags. The brand's gear has been used by surfers including Nate Tyler, Dion Agius, Chippa Wilson, Brendon Gibbens, and Colin Moran.
Why Shop Octopus at Island Water Sports
Island Water Sports has outfitted South Florida surfers since 1978, and we stock Octopus traction pads because they stand up to daily salt, sand, and sun. Pick up the Swallow Corduroy Grip pad in store or online to dial in your back foot traction before your next surf.
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Specifications
- Brand
- Octopus
- Product
- Octopus Swallow 2-Piece Corduroy Grip
- Gender
- Unisex
- Feature
- Two piece pad with Corduroy Grip™
- Feature
- 12.8"w x 12.25"h
- Feature
- No arch
- Feature
- 10mm tall tail kick
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Octopus Corduroy Grip?
- Corduroy Grip is the textured surface used on this Octopus tail pad, giving a two piece pad reliable back foot traction without an arch bar.
- What size is the Octopus Swallow traction pad?
- This pad measures 12.8 inches by 12.25 inches as a two piece pad with a 10mm tall tail kick and no arch.
- How tall is the tail kick on the Octopus Swallow pad?
- The tail kick on this pad is 10mm tall, a lower profile option compared to taller kick designs.
- Does the Octopus Swallow pad have an arch bar?
- No, this is a no-arch design that relies on the Corduroy Grip texture and 10mm tail kick for traction.