[QUOTE=T-Mar;19810302]Often, if the previous tape is cloth, I'll just tape over it, as this adds some additional cushioning and builds up the diameter slightly,adding to comfort. /QUOTE]

I also try to leave as much of the old cloth tape on as possible. A couple of years ago I bought a Trek 420 that had really thick synthetic cork tape. When I unwound it, the PO had placed several split "Swim Shad" under the wrap as an extra cushion. You need to be a salt water fisherman to understand. BTW: the tails were removed.