[MENTION=367427]xiaoman1[/MENTION]

Again, sorry Ben and I understand that, I have seen the tape at bike shops that no two sets were the same. I think you're at the mercy of production run, warehouse where it sat and any other factor that could affect it. Seems like any celeste discussion, be it paint, powder coat, cable housing or bar tape never ends well. I have seen other brands and may have some that is not that blue but may still not be in the ballpark or very good quality either. I have picked other versions up for this very reason, I have 2 frames and an 80 SC complete and have always known this to be a fools errand. I will probably go with black when I get there. I would be looking at other brands, in person on a shop tour with fingers crossed.