When i had just put new tape on, within a couple weeks i realized i needed to make a change that meant un-taping.... i did just one side, and then used a little sliver of 3M double sided tape every few inches
rode those bars and tape for about a year and then put the bike in the rotation for occasional rides, the tape is still on there, riding a smaller bike than you normally ride can be quite comfy if you can get the ergonomics set up.
its all part of the process and its fun.. except re-taping that aint fun...lol