What bar tape do you use?
08-25-06, 09:42 AM
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I use some bontrager bar tape, and it's pretty comfortable. If you want gel tape, I think Fi'zi:k makes some, and speciailized has its bar phat tape.
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I've been using the Bonty tape for a year, no rips yet. But the same stuff is made by Cinelli and others, its just badged differently. Padded Vinyl is slippy and holds sweat, looks cheap and is pretty poor at padding.
I use the old gel tape to wrap the drop hand position and above the hoods, then use a second layer to finish. Cushy, grippy and durable, even in white
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I use the old gel tape to wrap the drop hand position and above the hoods, then use a second layer to finish. Cushy, grippy and durable, even in white
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I am in love with my Stella Azzura Eleganza tape better than cork imo
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Cinelli cork (without the gel) for me. I wish that it came in plain solid gray.
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fizik silver with specialized 4.5 bar phat
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i like the specialized phat bar which seems to keep my hands and arms from getting nerve shoots
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I usually use Cinelli cork, but I've been trying other things.
I'm currently using Stella Azzura Eleganza tape, and probably won't use it again. It's a PITA to wrap tightly, and it leaves gaps around the bends. It's easier to clean than cork though, and it's grippy.
I have a few other boxes of various assorted tapes to go through before I have to buy more, so we'll see how those work out.
I'm currently using Stella Azzura Eleganza tape, and probably won't use it again. It's a PITA to wrap tightly, and it leaves gaps around the bends. It's easier to clean than cork though, and it's grippy.
I have a few other boxes of various assorted tapes to go through before I have to buy more, so we'll see how those work out.
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Deda white.
Easy to wipe down and keep it looking new.
Easy to wipe down and keep it looking new.
