Thread: Most comfortable bar tape you've used?
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Old 05-26-08 | 05:14 PM
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Bikes: Specialized Tarmac SL2, Specialized Tarmac SL, Giant TCR Composite, Specialized StumpJumper Expert HT

Originally Posted by Spookykinkajou
Right now I have Fi'zik microtex with serfas gel inserts beneath. I can't say the gel does a whole lot vs the other tapes without gel I've used. I do like the tape though. it seems like it will last a really long time and has excellent feel.

I've used regular Cinelli and now the Fi'zik.

I ride really far and want the best shock absorbing, cushy tape. Recommendations?
Fizik tape is great. Gell is lame. Cushy is overrated. HTFU wussy.

Edit: my wife wants me to take that back. She has Specialized bar phat gel under her tape. She likes it, but I ride a lot, and IMO "cushy" is a bad idea, and firm is better. Just as with saddles, it is better for it to be firm, otherwise it just impacts the soft tissue.
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