Not Chalk
Chalk absorbs moisture. TACC is a drop-applied skin-prep formula designed to improve tack, friction feel, and grip response before you climb.
Indoor Climbing Skin Prep
TACC Surface Lock
TACC is a precision skin-prep formula designed for indoor climbers who want better tack, friction feel, and grip response on plastic and fiberglass holds.
$20.00 USD 1 oz / 30 ml
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- Not chalk
- Not lotion
- Works with chalk
- Built for plastic and fiberglass holds
Product Positioning
What TACC Is
TACC is a drop-applied pre-session skin-prep formula for climbers who want sharper skin feel, cleaner contact, and more controlled grip response on indoor holds.
Not Lotion
TACC is not a recovery moisturizer or soft skincare product. It is a pre-session performance product for climbers who care about skin feel and contact quality.
Pre-Session Skin Prep
Made for indoor climbing surfaces like plastic and fiberglass holds, especially board holds, slopers, pinches, and comp-style movement.
Product Details
Performance Details
Designed around skin feel, hold response, and the repeated contact demands of modern indoor climbing.
Stick Response
Supports a more consistent, responsive feel between your skin and the hold when contact angle, pressure, and body tension matter.
Fingertip Care
Helps prepare skin feel before climbing by creating a more controlled, tack-ready surface without relying on heavy residue or thick chalk buildup.
Clean Contact
A quick water-only rinse clears excess oils, chalk, and hold residue so your hands can return to a clean, dry contact state.
How To Use
Prep. Rinse. Dry. Climb.
Use TACC before climbing so the skin can settle into a cleaner, more responsive contact state.
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Apply
Apply 2-3 drops to hands before climbing.
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Rub In
Rub it in over the hands until the moisture feel is gone, about 10+ minutes.
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Rinse
Rinse excess oils off with water only. Do not use soap.
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Dry
Dry hands fully.
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Chalk
Chalk up and climb.
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Reset
Reapply between attempts if needed.
Field Notes
Built for Better Contact
Early climber feedback on the controlled, tack-ready feel TACC brings to indoor sessions.
“TACC makes my hands feel like rubber. It changes the way my skin feels, giving it a sticky, rubbery feel. I combine it with liquid chalk, and experience my best friction for two to three long attempts. After that, the effect is still there, just less intense. To me, it’s as much of a game changer as chalk.”
“TACC is most noticeable for me on fiberglass, but it improves friction all around. I honestly feel like it increases my performance on macros by about 10%.”
“TACC exceeded my expectations. I’d never used anything besides chalk before a session, but it gave me one of the stickiest sessions I’ve ever had. It provides that slight edge; and sometimes that’s all you need to turn a near-send into a send.”
“TACC makes my skin feel consistently good. It’s unlikely that I’ll have a day with really bad, glassy skin when I’ve been using it. Glassy skin can completely ruin a session for me, and TACC helps make sure that doesn’t happen.”
“TACC provides me with a level of skin protection I’ve never gotten from any other product. I climb at least half a grade harder outdoors while using it.”
“After consistently using TACC, I can confidently say it increases the overall stick of my skin. I’m able to stay on more difficult holds with less effort—and sometimes hold and move off things I would normally struggle with.”
FAQ
Product Questions
Direct answers for climbers, gyms, shops, and anyone evaluating where TACC fits in a session.
Is TACC chalk?
No. Chalk absorbs moisture. TACC is a drop-applied formula that helps improve tack and friction feel.
Is TACC a lotion or moisturizer?
No. TACC is a pre-session skin-prep product, not a recovery product.
Will it make my hands greasy?
Not when used correctly. Rub it in, rinse excess oils off with water, dry fully, and chalk up.
Can I use it with chalk?
Yes. TACC is designed to work with chalk.
What surfaces is it for?
TACC is built specifically for plastic and fiberglass climbing holds.
When should I use it?
Before your session, and between attempts if needed.
Formula Notes
Minimal Technical Blend
TACC is a precision blend of:
- Glycerin
- 1,3-Propanediol
- Isopropyl Alcohol
Contact
Request TACC Product Information
Contact TACC for product availability, gym inquiries, retail and wholesale opportunities, or questions from climbers, gyms, and shops.
- support@tacclimbing.com
- Message
- Send a note about product availability, climbing gym programs, shop opportunities, wholesale details, or Surface Lock usage questions.