Octopus Chippa Wilson 4 3-Piece Hybrid Grip
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Octopus Chippa Wilson 3-Piece Hybrid Grip
This is the Octopus traction pad built with input from pro surfer Chippa Wilson, a three piece hybrid layout for anyone who searched for a Chippa Wilson signature pad rather than a generic tail grip.
Built by a Surf-First Brand
Octopus makes traction pads, corduroy grip, front and back surfboard grip pads, leashes, board socks, wetsuit dry bags and backpacks, and this pad is part of the same lineup used by team riders including Nate Tyler, Dion Agius, Chippa Wilson, Brendon Gibbens and Colin Moran. A hybrid pad blends a textured kick section at the tail with a lower profile front zone, giving your back foot a positive lock point while keeping the rest of the deck feel light underfoot.
Who This Pad Is For
This is a unisex pad, so it works across boards and riders regardless of who is stepping on the tail. It suits South Florida surfers who want the same tail grip their favorite pro rides, whether that is a quick paddle out at a local break or a longer session on a boat trip down the coast.
Installing and Living With It
Traction pads adhere directly to the deck of the board behind the back foot, so the surface needs to be clean, dry and free of wax residue before you press the pad down for a firm bond. Once installed, rinse it with fresh water after use like the rest of your board to keep sand and salt from working into the adhesive edge over time, and give it a full cure period before pushing it hard in the lineup.
The Octopus Name
Octopus is a dedicated surf accessories brand, focused on traction pads, corduroy grip and the bags and leashes that go with them, and its team riders are the same surfers this pad's grip pattern is designed around.
Why Buy From Island Water Sports
Island Water Sports has stocked surf hardgoods for the South Florida coast since 1978, and we carry Octopus traction because our own customers ride it. Pick up the Chippa Wilson pad here and get it fitted right the first time.
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Specifications
- Brand
- Octopus
- Product
- Octopus Chippa Wilson 4 3-Piece Hybrid Grip
- Gender
- Unisex
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the Octopus Chippa Wilson grip pad made of?
- It is a three piece hybrid traction pad from Octopus, part of the same lineup the brand builds for its team riders including Chippa Wilson.
- Is this pad unisex?
- Yes, the Chippa Wilson 3-Piece Hybrid Grip is listed as a unisex traction pad.
- Who else rides Octopus traction pads?
- Octopus traction is used by surfers including Nate Tyler, Dion Agius, Chippa Wilson, Brendon Gibbens and Colin Moran.
- What does Octopus make besides traction pads?
- Octopus also makes corduroy grip, front and back surfboard grip pads, leashes, board socks, wetsuit dry bags and backpacks.
- How do I install a traction pad like this one?
- Clean the deck of wax and residue so it is dry, then press the pad firmly onto the tail area behind your back foot for a solid adhesive bond.