How to Apply Gaffer and Grip Tape to Your Hula Hoop

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Gaffer tape is a very important tape for hoop making. It's a cloth tape that lets you add grip and weight to your hoop, and it comes in 1-inch, 1/2-inch, and 1/4-inch widths.

Many people spiral gaffer tape onto a hoop after spiraling a layer of decorative tape. The most important things to remember when applying gaffer tape are to use tension and to smooth it down after application — this ensures a long-lasting, grippy finish.