Originally Posted by cody daniels

I am restoring my 89 Giro. My question is, was the original handlebar tape cloth or vinyl? If cloth is there a particular pattern to it? If vinyl is it perforated or smooth? Any suggestions for a replacement brand that is close to original? I'm sure I can't get original but I would like to get as close as possible.
Also the screws for the water bottles, were the originals tapered heads or straight heads?
I'm sure I will have other questions as I progress thru this project.

Thanks for any help.