Topic: Where to buy gaff tape?

[Belexes]

I may need some gaff tape this weekend to secure my stand.  I went into a Menard's and all they had was duct tape.  Where should I be looking for gaff tape?

TIA.

[bluegrass_brad]

If you dont have time to buy online, go to a place locally that rents PA and Lighting equipment.  They often have rolls for sale at those places.

[dean]

Do a search here.  I don't have time at the moment but there's a thread with a great website that sells gaffe tape CHEAP, like $5 a roll.  It can cost up to $30 at a storefront retailer...

[bhtoque]

Do a search here.  I don't have time at the moment but there's a thread with a great website that sells gaffe tape CHEAP, like $5 a roll.  It can cost up to $30 at a storefront retailer...

Findtape.com

The 30yd white rolls are the best deal, and lighter to carry than the 60yd which is a big bonus.

JAson

[bhtoque]

http://www.findtape.com/product163/JVCC-GAFF30YD-Premium-Grade-30-Yard-Gaffers-Tape.aspx?cid=22&idx=4&tid=1&info=Sale%252fClearance

This is the link to the tape I was talking about.

They also have a new trial pack listed on the main page that seems cool.

JAson

[Fatah Ruark (aka MIKE B)]

I saw gaffer tape at Guitar Center a few weeks back. Didn't look at the price.

[drewski1986]

Another stupid newbie question here but why gaffers tape (instead of duct tape)? 

[Fatah Ruark (aka MIKE B)]

Another stupid newbie question here but why gaffers tape (instead of duct tape)? 

It doesn't leave a sticky residue.

[bhtoque]

Another stupid newbie question here but why gaffers tape (instead of duct tape)? 

It is also stronger and holds better in cold temperatures.

JAson

[aaronji]

If you need it in a hurry (don't have time for ordering from the web), try the local guitar shop...The one near my house stocks it, but, like deanlambrecht said, it ain't cheap (about 20 euros).

[vanark]

for those of you in the New England area, I found mine at the local Ocean State Job Lot store.  I think it was only $4 a roll.

[rokpunk]

tecnec or markertec will have it.
should run you about $20 for a roll.

[Nick's Picks]

partsexpress.com
1" and 2" rolls.  doesn't matter what it costs.  I"m still using my 2" roll from over a year ago, and I've over used it plenty of times.  my next roll will last 3 years.

[dean]

Do a search here.  I don't have time at the moment but there's a thread with a great website that sells gaffe tape CHEAP, like $5 a roll.  It can cost up to $30 at a storefront retailer...

Findtape.com

The 30yd white rolls are the best deal, and lighter to carry than the 60yd which is a big bonus.

JAson

+T - that's the one I was referencing.  I bought so much I'll never need to purchase it again!!  

Thanks JAson!

[Belexes]

I saw gaffer tape at Guitar Center a few weeks back. Didn't look at the price.

I procrastinated too long, so this may be my best option as I have a GC in town, but their prices are never friendly.  I think I am going to keep it in the packaging and if I don't use it, will return it and buy it online later on from one of the links provided. +T everyone.