[Skanker]

Grip tape IS allowed as far as I Know. We used it last year, even on our wheels--we later changed to v-belt, and the judges had NO PROBLEM. As far as I know, the tape rule hasn't changed much if at all.

It's Not TAPE really. more like sand paper with adhesive on the back---it attaches to things (the adhesive side) to give grip to whatever surface it is placed on... hence the name 'Grip Tape'