White Handlebars w/ black tape
11-27-12, 09:51 AM
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White Handlebars w/ black tape
Hey guys,
I'm building a new bike, and I haven't decided on stem/handlebar brands/color. I have decided to go integrated, but was wondering if anyone has a white stem/handlebars with black bar tape? Usually it's the other way around, or people who do have white dropbars also use white tape.
Pictures would be appreciated.
I'm building a new bike, and I haven't decided on stem/handlebar brands/color. I have decided to go integrated, but was wondering if anyone has a white stem/handlebars with black bar tape? Usually it's the other way around, or people who do have white dropbars also use white tape.
Pictures would be appreciated.
11-27-12, 10:04 AM
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I have a white stem/handlebars to match the white saddle without having to worry about replacing the tape constantly. It still shows a little dirt, but easier to clean paint than handlebar tape. My saddle is another story, not very white anymore. I'll eventually go all black I think. I wouldn't recommend this unless you are going to have a white saddle to match it up a bit.
Here are some pics:
Here are some pics:
11-27-12, 10:16 AM
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yes, i'm definately going with a white saddle and nice bike.
I won't be taking the tape all the way in, and probably going to stop right after the hoods.
I won't be taking the tape all the way in, and probably going to stop right after the hoods.
11-27-12, 11:15 AM
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My personal opinion would be to only use white bars if you have a white frame. I think the black tape looks fine, but the bars stick out too much if the frame is a different color. My $.02
11-27-12, 12:52 PM
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IMHO white bar tape is a bad fashion fad that will go out of style when the current crop of users goes to change their bar tape and finally realized it was just simply stupid 
11-27-12, 01:15 PM
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I would have to agree with you, but i was trying to find a picture to see how it looks before i made the decision.
yes, agree also, hence the reason why i'm considering a white stem/bar with black tape.
11-27-12, 01:16 PM
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How about opting for a 2 tone bar tape (white + black)?
11-27-12, 01:34 PM
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I swapped my bars on my new Fixed gear ride and got some good white tape, like the look and feel...Heck of a workout too
11-27-12, 01:46 PM
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I'm thinking white bar tape wouldn't look white for very long after sweeping the tires of debris with my gloves a few times.
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I have a white stem/handlebars to match the white saddle without having to worry about replacing the tape constantly. It still shows a little dirt, but easier to clean paint than handlebar tape. My saddle is another story, not very white anymore. I'll eventually go all black I think. I wouldn't recommend this unless you are going to have a white saddle to match it up a bit.
Here are some pics:
Here are some pics:
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