Thread: Is this Cinelli Cork Tape visually the same as that from the "80's?
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Old 01-04-19 | 08:48 AM
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Originally Posted by wschruba
FYI, cheap Profile tape is unembossed, thin (by modern standards), non adhesive, and comes with chrome[d plastic] bar plugs.
I think you are recommending I use a modern look-alike? If so, I would prefer that, for many reasons, but this is going to spend the lions share of its life on display/wall art. This tape doesnt have the modern Cinelli embossing, but does have a small but identifiable chevron stippling pattern on it. Restoration to period correctness is the goal (except for true vintage sew-ups, BF has convinced me to run from) on this bike, And, NOS AX-7300 hoods will be finishing out the bars.

Anyone have any tips for wrapping with vintage cork tape???
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