Joined: Feb 2010
Posts: 448
Likes: 430
From: Tucson, AZ
Bikes: Trek 720, Miyata 1000, Specialized Expedition & RockCombo, Schwinn Voyageur SP, Raleigh Competition GS, Freschi Supreme, Marin Pine Mountain, Soma, Surly, Black Mountain Cycles
I have Benotto Cello Tape on one bike and while it looks perfect, for that bike, it's my least favorite. I don't ride it much or for very long so it's fine and not worth switching out.
I tried cloth tape with shellac on one build, but it just wasn't for me. I like the look, but it felt too hard.
For all my other vintage bikes I like Newbaum's Cloth Tape, the regular stuff, and I have one bike with the newer Newbaum's CUSHIONED Cloth Tape. The cushioned version is really nice. Same look, but far more comfortable on really long rides.