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cgolvin
09-28-2018, 12:12 PM
Considering this tape (in gold) since the color seems to match one of the colors on my 'ethnic' Duende: https://supacaz.com/product/bling/

Has anyone been so bold as to opt for this loud statement? I'm looking for feedback on the look, the feel, and keeping it clean.

thanks
Clean39T
09-28-2018, 12:23 PM
Considering this tape (in gold) since the color seems to match one of the colors on my 'ethnic' Duende: https://supacaz.com/product/bling/

Has anyone been so bold as to opt for this loud statement? I'm looking for feedback on the look, the feel, and keeping it clean.

thanks

It's thick tape, a bit tough to wrap, but feels good to my bare hands - I've only used black though, so I can't comment on keeping it clean..
RobJ
09-28-2018, 12:29 PM
I've got a few rolls destined for a build. The neon/bright is bright! Great colors in person. The ones I installed went on nicely and their finishing tape is nice and stretchy. Plus they include a set of nice solid end plugs that secure with a hex screw. I like the feel and as Dan mentioned they are cushy. I haven't logged too many miles to comment on the durability.

Their cages are quite nice too.
dbnm
09-28-2018, 12:33 PM
I'm using the silver bling on my Moots. Nice tape. Easy-ish to wrap.

Will be replacing it shortly. No reason other than a color change.
vqdriver
09-28-2018, 12:37 PM
how's the grip when wet?
RobJ
09-28-2018, 12:38 PM
Oh and if you use our sponsor Bike Tires Direct they have a good selection plus their price is good/discounted if you have an account with them etc..
Clean39T
09-28-2018, 12:40 PM
Oh and if you use our sponsor Bike Tires Direct they have a good selection plus their price is good/discounted if you have an account with them etc..+1

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cgolvin
09-28-2018, 12:41 PM
Oh and if you use our sponsor Bike Tires Direct they have a good selection plus their price is good/discounted if you have an account with them etc..

Ha! I am sitting here with the tape in my biketiresdirect cart as I decide…
simonov
09-28-2018, 12:45 PM
how's the grip when wet?

Depends on the version. Some are very good, some are terrible. All of them are hard to wrap and have the added feature of disintegrating and sticking to your bars in large clumps if you take too long to replace it. My vote is for something else.
BdaGhisallo
09-28-2018, 12:50 PM
If you can do without the blingy colors, PRO Sport Control tape is pretty hard to beat. It's thick, easy to wrap, has a silicone backing so it's easy to remove, and it's cheap. It can be had for $12 in some places.
Waldo
09-28-2018, 04:05 PM
Supacaz is a company Mike Sinyard started for his son. If you're not a fan of Mike's and the way he does business you may want to look elsewhere.
dbnm
09-28-2018, 04:10 PM
Well that's quite a bomb. Details?

Supacaz is a company Mike Sinyard started for his son. If you're not a fan of Mike's and the way he does business you may want to look elsewhere.
jtbadge
09-28-2018, 04:12 PM
There had to be a reason Sagan and Bora are allowed to use non-Specialized-branded bartape. Hardly a surprise.

I've heard good things about this tape, but when Fizik is only $15 a roll, why bother with anything else?
markmdr
09-28-2018, 04:21 PM
They feel real good!
Waldo
09-28-2018, 04:27 PM
Well that's quite a bomb. Details?

Here you go.

https://www.bikeradar.com/us/news/article/anthony-sinyard-launches-supacaz-bar-tape-company-37077/
BdaGhisallo
09-28-2018, 05:16 PM
Supacaz is a company Mike Sinyard started for his son. If you're not a fan of Mike's and the way he does business you may want to look elsewhere.

I thought that was common knowledge.
m4rk540
09-29-2018, 01:35 AM
Hard to keep clean and not very durable. You'll be hard pressed to find early adopters who are still using it.
Bwana
09-29-2018, 08:33 AM
I have a pack of gold sitting on my shelf. Had to buy it because both of my bikes have gold accents, just haven't put it on either one yet. Not sure I ever will, but it's fun to look at, lol
dbnm
09-29-2018, 09:32 AM
The silver is very comfy and solid. No issues whatsoever.
killerrabbit
09-29-2018, 12:47 PM
I used two different rolls, and although it is cushy, the grip is terrible when wet. Didn't last long, either. I'd say skip. I like Fizik and 3T..
bironi
09-29-2018, 01:06 PM
I tried some bright orange which did not stay bright.
RobJ
09-29-2018, 01:06 PM
Arundel Synth Gecko is 100% silicone so no adhesive backing so you can reinstall/reuse. Nice grip in all conditions and nice shock absorption due to the material.
John H.
09-29-2018, 06:00 PM
That tape will match the Fizik saddle I am selling- perfectly ;)
cgolvin
09-29-2018, 07:11 PM
That tape will match the Fizik saddle I am selling- perfectly ;)


The old hard sell!
Though I thought the same


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