Originally Posted by
bertinjim
The Terrot would have likely, originally, worn Tressostar cotton bar tape. If you find the bar too hard, wear padded or gel type cycling gloves. The other previous suggestions may also work well for you. Keep in mind that fresh cotton tape feels like you are grabbing sand paper if not wearing cycling gloves.
Yes, Tressostar is the stuff I sold. I had a whole unopened shop carton of them. While I feel a little bad I did not keep it, it was all black (I have never used black tape of any sort). On this one I plan to be a bit more colorful. I always wear gloves by the way, though I hate the gel in anything. I don't like the squishy feel.