Complain or just patch it
#51
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By the amount of wear on that tape, I suspect that it was rewrapped, not new tape.
This is probably the easiest bike repair possible. You might not put the finishing touches like a pro mechanic, but pretty darn good after an attempt or two.
Also, don't buy cheap tape.
This is probably the easiest bike repair possible. You might not put the finishing touches like a pro mechanic, but pretty darn good after an attempt or two.
Also, don't buy cheap tape.
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