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Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear

02-27-14, 12:11 AM

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Posted By robyr

That's a valid criticism, but that doesn't mean...

That's a valid criticism, but that doesn't mean it isn't leather. I personally think Brooks overcharges for it for sure, and the bar end plugs suck major pole, but the wrap is actually pretty good if...

Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear

02-26-14, 11:56 PM

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The "Should I..." Thread

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Posted By robyr

That is just false. I have a scrap sitting in...

That is just false. I have a scrap sitting in front of me right now, and it is full grain leather, though chamfered at the edges. You may not like the stuff, but it's leather, and it is nice though...

Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear

02-24-14, 02:53 PM

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The "Should I..." Thread

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Posted By robyr

I have Brooks tape on my everyday bike, and...

I have Brooks tape on my everyday bike, and haven't had any issues at all, but that Adarga stuff is TOP NOTCH. I have it on my summer fun bike and it really is a cut above the rest of the herd (no...

Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear

02-24-14, 11:57 AM

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The "Should I..." Thread

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Posted By robyr

I have seen, with good results, people wrapping...

I have seen, with good results, people wrapping thin cork first, then wrapping the leather over that. Also the gel stuff.

My self, I have just straight leather wrapped on my bars, and after...

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