Slater Designs Algae Traction Front Pad
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A Thin, Sensitive Front Traction Pad from Slater Designs
The Slater Designs Algae Traction Front Pad is built to be ultra sensitive and extremely thin, giving minimal lift so your front foot stays as close to the deck as possible. It is sized to fit grom shapes as well as full size boards, making it a versatile front pad option.
Traction Details
- 2.5mm thick construction
- Ultra fine rectangle tread pattern for a non intrusive, natural feel underfoot
- 3M adhesive backing for a secure hold
- Imported
Because the pad is sized correctly for the deck, additional deck wax is not needed once it is applied.
Who It Is For
This front pad suits surfers who want extra grip up front without the bulk of a thicker pad, whether riding a shortboard along the South Florida coast or a smaller grom shape. The thin, low lift profile keeps foot feel close to the board rather than raising it off the deck.
Installing and Caring for the Pad
Apply the pad to a clean, dry deck surface so the 3M adhesive backing bonds fully, and press firmly across the tread to avoid air pockets. Rinse the pad with fresh water after saltwater sessions to help the adhesive and tread hold up over time.
About Slater Designs
Slater Designs is tied to Kelly Slater's approach to surfing, built around finding new lines and feelings on a wave, and its accessories like this traction pad are designed with that same attention to feel underfoot.
Why Shop This Pad at Island Water Sports
Island Water Sports has outfitted South Florida surfers since 1978, and we carry Slater Designs traction and surf accessories alongside the rest of our surf hardware lineup. Pick up the Algae Traction Front Pad in store or online for your next session.
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Specifications
- Brand
- Slater Designs
- Product
- Slater Designs Algae Traction Front Pad
- Gender
- Unisex
- Feature
- 2.5mm thick
- Feature
- Rectangle tread
- Feature
- 3M adhesive backing
- Feature
- Imported
- Feature
- Rectangle tread
Frequently Asked Questions
- How thick is the Slater Designs Algae front traction pad?
- It is a 2.5mm thick pad built to be ultra thin and sensitive with minimal lift off the deck.
- Does this front traction pad fit grom shapes?
- Yes, it is sized to fit grom shapes as well as full size boards.
- Do I need extra deck wax with this traction pad?
- No, the pad is sized so that additional deck wax is not needed once it is installed.
- How is the Slater Designs traction pad attached to the board?
- It uses a 3M adhesive backing that bonds to a clean, dry deck surface.
- What tread pattern does this pad use?
- It uses an ultra fine rectangle tread pattern designed to feel non intrusive and natural underfoot.