Grip Strips?

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I was looking at the Magic Fluke website, and I saw that they sell grip strips. Apparently, you put them on the back of your ukulele to prevent it from sliding around.

http://www.magicfluke.com/product-p/gripstrips.htm

Has anyone tried these? If so, do they work as advertised? Also, would there be a difference between a glossy finish and matte finish to how well the pads could be applied?
 
It's my understanding that you'd just use them on the Magic Fluke ukuleles, since they have a molded plastic body and are pretty slippery. I wouldn't use them on a wood uke, at least one worth more than a few dollars, since they could possible damage the wood and finish.
 
Well, that makes sense. But it could work with most plastic/non-wood backed ukes? I also have an Ovation Applause, so I could see that as helpful.
 
I don't see why it wouldn't work with any kid of material uke. It's just a sticky strip. Well I mean if you had a fur uke, you might run into some issues :p
 
I use a rug underlay on the back of my composite polycarbonate Outdoor ukulele. I use it on my plywood backed Zither Heavens, too.

All my ukes have one in their gig bag, even the strapped ones because I can use it to keep other items from sliding around. I cut them down from a huge piece from the Dollar Tree.

I posted this pic the other day of my gig bag contents, and it shows the piece of rug underlay.
 

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actadh said:
I use a rug underlay on the back of my composite polycarbonate Outdoor ukulele. I use it on my plywood backed Zither Heavens, too.
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Hi Laura,

Do you use contact cement to stick it? I was trying to think of something to use on my Fluke and rug underlay sounds like the perfect fix!
 
EssexRiver said:
Hi Laura,

Do you use contact cement to stick it? I was trying to think of something to use on my Fluke and rug underlay sounds like the perfect fix!
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No need for any cement. I have pieces cut in different sizes, but most just need enough to cover the back side and a bit of the side where it rests on your leg. Works quite well. This white grid type underlay is kind of rubbery - some are more woven fabric - so be sure you get the rubbery type. You can also look for rubbery shelf liners, but this underlay seems more flexible. Can't beat the $1 price.
 
actadh said:
I have pieces cut in different sizes, but most just need enough to cover the back side and a bit of the side where it rests on your leg.
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I actually don't play with it on my leg, but I'm sure putting it under the right arm would work the same way.
 
I always try not to wear "slippery" fabrics...100% poly, etc. when I know I'll be playing my ukes. Many use straps rather than stick something onto the back of their instrument(s), especially the sound hole hook models.
 
actadh;. You can also look for rubbery shelf liners said:
Some flea/fluke players use "rubbery shelf liner" type with double sided tape. Not a permanent alteration to the Uke, but stops it from slipping.
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The Flea gripper strips do help. Also, skin is stickier than fabric, so bare arms help. A strap is helpful. A Uke Leash doesn't need a button, and doesn't use glue or hooks.
–Lori
 
I agree with Lori. The Uke Leash works very well especially sitting. I use one for my eighter, and I think I'm gonna get one for my banjo to help keep the peg head up. :eek:ld:
 
I bought about five of them and used them all. I like them. They're easy to affix. They stick/don't move and seem to help a little bit. I have them on laminates/ plastic ukes (nothing too expensive). If you do take them off, they do leave a little bit of an outline. But they did not leave any goo/ gunk on the back after I removed them. I will order more again in the future.
 
Cool, guys. Thanks for all the responses. I'd never heard of these before, so I thought the concept was interesting.
 
Home depot and Lowes sells Tread Tape for stairs in assorted widths and lengths. Used a small strip on the edge of my Ovation. Made extras for friends and handed out to everyone with a Ovation/Applause at an Open Mic.
 
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