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Old 06-24-08, 11:44 PM
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Originally Posted by oilman_15106
Guess I was looking for someone that agreed about cutting corners on everything but the majority seems to accept the fact that you get what you get.

The tape I used on this bike was Profile Design brand but I would bet most brands come out of one factory in Taiwan. I don't spend for premium tape as I have found that the "good" stuff lasts no longer than stuff like Profile, BBB or other brands.
It takes some getting used to, but the amount of stretch - with experience - can be controlled in the process so you end up just at the right place. Six inches of tape or area left to cover - big difference.

Be sure and wrap clockwise on the right and counter clockwise on the left starting from the drops.
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