Handlebar Tape
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Yea... wtf?
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Many people like thick spongy / tacky tapes. I hate that stuff. Personally, I like traditional fizik tape. Lasts super long and easy to clean.
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Padding. I need padding. None of that thin, slick crap!
This one is different because it doesn't say "Once and For All, End All Be All..." :idea:
Whatever you choose, don't buy Arundel tape.
I thought I had a picture of my old tape, but I don't.
As their ad copy says, it's a two layer tape; an EVA base topped with a layer of silicone.
The silicone layer peels away pretty quickly, like a scab, in high wear areas such as just above the brake hoods on my bike. Probably started after a half dozen rides. Looks like crap.
No cork based or synthetic cork style tape has ever done this on my bikes.
I wouldn't use it again if it was given to me.
I thought I had a picture of my old tape, but I don't.
As their ad copy says, it's a two layer tape; an EVA base topped with a layer of silicone.
The silicone layer peels away pretty quickly, like a scab, in high wear areas such as just above the brake hoods on my bike. Probably started after a half dozen rides. Looks like crap.
No cork based or synthetic cork style tape has ever done this on my bikes.
I wouldn't use it again if it was given to me.
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LOL! I actually thought about putting it in the Apparel and Cycling Clothes forum. I don't think of handlebar tape as a component, it's more of an accessory. And you certainly don't wrench it. :idea:
And as bvber said, I didn't call it "Once and For All, End All Be All" so there may be more like it.
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To be more clear, I am using MSW EVA tape right now and I really like it. It has worn well, but its time has come to replace it. Well, no matter where I look, the MSW product has been discontinued.
So what am I looking for? Something with reasonable wear, comfort (2.5mm) and grip.....you know, everything a good bar tape has.
So I just want to get an idea of what people here use, what they like and what sucks. That's all.
Does anybody think the high end tapes from companies like Fizik and Lizard Skins are worth the $40 price tag, or are they just hype.
So what am I looking for? Something with reasonable wear, comfort (2.5mm) and grip.....you know, everything a good bar tape has.
So I just want to get an idea of what people here use, what they like and what sucks. That's all.
Does anybody think the high end tapes from companies like Fizik and Lizard Skins are worth the $40 price tag, or are they just hype.
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We need a what's the best...? subforum;
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Don't give me anymore ideas.
Read this before you look at that brand.
He did post in general cycling discussion forum. (link above).
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