Bar tape
I noticed that my supacaz tape has worn thru, where the thumb rests, while in the drops. I assume this is normal wear, after a year of riding. Which bar tape would be more robust, yet similar in feel to supacaz?
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I have not tried Supacaz, but this stuff wears like iron. I get about 8000 miles before it looks too tattered… Though it is still perfectly functional at that point. Tremendous grip, wet or dry.
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The best and best looking tape is Fizik classic microfiber.
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Originally Posted by SurferRosa
(Post 22786212)
The best and best looking tape is Fizik classic microfiber.
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Originally Posted by Spandex_fairy
(Post 22785948)
I noticed that my supacaz tape has worn thru, where the thumb rests, while in the drops. I assume this is normal wear, after a year of riding. Which bar tape would be more robust, yet similar in feel to supacaz?
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Originally Posted by Koyote
(Post 22786224)
That's a meaningless subjective judgment.
Brooks microfiber (not leather) is way too thick. Looks stupid. |
Originally Posted by KerryIrons
(Post 22786248)
If I rode 1K miles per year and my bar tape wore out, I would assume it was truly crap. Absent some unusual circumstances, bar tape can last 10s of thousands of miles. There are lots of good brands of bar tape out there and the choice comes down to personal preference. The Fizik bar tape that comes with their saddles lasts about as long as their saddles do - maybe 35K miles. I've had good luck with Profile as well, but again there are lots of good brands.
In the grand scheme of cycling expenses, bar tape -- even the pricier ones -- is inexpensive, and fresh tape is a nice way to freshen up a bike's appearance. So mine may not "last" as long as it could. |
Originally Posted by SurferRosa
(Post 22786212)
The best and best looking tape is Fizik classic microfiber.
Originally Posted by SurferRosa
(Post 22786253)
I'll give you "subjective," but not "meaningless."
You might just state the reasons why you like Fizik tape. That would be helpful to the OP. But I agree that Fizik is good stuff. I've got the thickest one (I forget the terminology) on one of my bikes. It's difficult to wrap, but -- once on the bike -- it's quite nice and durable. |
Originally Posted by SurferRosa
(Post 22786274)
:lol:
Why would I want to try any tape other than Fizik? Please don't answer. It's rhetorical. I can't argue with that 'logic.' Carry on. |
Originally Posted by Koyote
(Post 22786075)
I have not tried Supacaz, but this stuff wears like iron. I get about 8000 miles before it looks too tattered… Though it is still perfectly functional at that point. Tremendous grip, wet or dry.
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Originally Posted by tyrion
(Post 22786281)
How's the adhesive on that Cambium rubber tape? I usually get half way done with taping one side and realize I have the wrong amount of overlap and unwind it and start over, so I don't like strong adhesive.
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Another durable tape is Adarga. Made from US cows in the US. Cheaper than Brooks leather.
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I'll give the fizik a shot; I already have their saddle. I was surprised to see that I wore thru the tape within ~1.5yr/3.5k miles. I think the accelerated wear came from down-shifting, while in the drops, on repeated descents.
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Originally Posted by Spandex_fairy
(Post 22786449)
I'll give the fizik a shot; I already have their saddle. I was surprised to see that I wore thru the tape within ~1.5yr/3.5k miles. I think the accelerated wear came from down-shifting, while in the drops, on repeated descents.
I have seen a few handlebars that have white powder (corrosion) on them and that is not good and poses a safety risk. Tape is pretty cheap and easy to find at any bike shop just about anywhere and it also can make your bike look really good so it is good to replace regularly for that reason as well. |
Originally Posted by cyccommute
(Post 22786300)
Another durable tape is Adarga. Made from US cows in the US. Cheaper than Brooks leather.
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Originally Posted by KerryIrons
(Post 22786248)
If I rode 1K miles per year and my bar tape wore out, I would assume it was truly crap. Absent some unusual circumstances, bar tape can last 10s of thousands of miles. There are lots of good brands of bar tape out there and the choice comes down to personal preference.
Many good brands out there. Personally, I like MSW tape. |
My Fizik microtex bondush now has over 6000km and I plan to reuse it on new handlebar which I will swap in couple of weeks (despite of the fact that I have new one on shelf). So my vote goes to Fizik.
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I'd go a buy another roll of Supacaz. I ride it on two bikes and my primary bike has probably 3,000 miles on it and it's just now starting to wear. I'll go back with another roll of Supacaz. I like it that much.
I've tried Fizik, Brooks leather and a few others but the Supacaz has a great feel and comes with nice aluminum plugs to boot. |
Originally Posted by Koyote
(Post 22786261)
But I agree that Fizik is good stuff. I've got the thickest one (I forget the terminology) on one of my bikes. It's difficult to wrap, but -- once on the bike -- it's quite nice and durable.
On topic: Fizik microfiber is the way to go. :thumb: |
Originally Posted by SurferRosa
(Post 22786726)
Do you think it's "difficult to wrap"? :wtf:
Maybe he's talking about some thick stuff I don't know about. |
Originally Posted by SurferRosa
(Post 22786726)
Do you think it's "difficult to wrap"? :wtf:
Clean, smooth, and grippy. No bumpy effect on the overwrap. Basically indestructible. Easy to clean. I don't see a downside, which is why it's all I use now. https://cimg2.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikefor...b24581e793.jpg |
Excellent wrap job F531!
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Originally Posted by smd4
(Post 22786846)
Excellent wrap job F531!
Practice too, I suppose. I've wrapped more than a few bars since I started into this cycling thing. :lol: |
Originally Posted by Fahrenheit531
(Post 22786860)
Thanks! A little bit of time and attention makes all the difference.
Practice too, I suppose. I've wrapped more than a few bars since I started into this cycling thing. :lol: |
I think y'all are talking about Fizik MicroTEX, not MicroFIBER. AFAICT, there is no such animal as the latter.
Bethatasitmay, the Microtex Classic is The Good Stuff. I put on all my bikes, as soon as I'm happy with the lever placement. It is a bit more work to wrap around the hooks than the stretchier Cinelli tape, but well worth the effort. |
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