Classic & Vintage - Inner Tube Bar Tape...

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mstrpete
04-30-08, 08:14 PM
Here's the picture of the Fuji's handlebars, snugly wrapped in old innertube. Enjoy!
http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y87/boysrus/Fjui%20S10-S/190_9016.jpg

fender1
04-30-08, 08:21 PM
Do they make your hands smell like rubber? Looks comfy.:)
redneckwes
04-30-08, 08:23 PM
Did that before, comfy, but yes, somewhat stinky.

nlerner
04-30-08, 08:30 PM
I'd think they'd make your hands pretty dirty, too, unless you run the rubber through the washer first (but don't tell the spouse!).

Neal
smovlov
04-30-08, 08:31 PM
Looks like your a big fan of the old tubes. Got a top tube protector too? I had the same idea. They make so so rubber bands too.
mstrpete
04-30-08, 08:48 PM
I haven't noticed much trouble with smells or stains. I did wipe the tubes down first, and I do usually wear gloves (road rash preventative!), but very comfy indeed. Yes, the top tube protector is of the same stuff. What can I say? Cheap and handy wins the day for me.
spider-man
04-30-08, 08:54 PM
I wrap cotton tape over the tube wrap. All the comfort, none of the odor.

Sounds like an advertising slogan.