Wondering if anyone has a view on the star touch grip on the Carbon Star-board SUP's....do you feel extra 'grip' would be an extra protection zone from heal dents / compressions or merely added comfort on your feet and a further 'non slip' buffer ?

I've read that some find the 'star touch' can be slippery but my piss weak surf style will be fine as I rarely go on edge.

I'm picking up a new Carbon tmrw and am unsure whether to spend the extra on deck grip or leave 'as is'......would the carbon deck be likely to dent / compress you think ?

Any info appreciated.