Helicopter Tape (frame protection)

[jm714]

Does anyone have a favorite brand they use? I just had a frame repainted and I need some for the drive side chainstay and probably for the head tube to protect from cable rub.

[vincenz]

I got this set from eBay in the transparent color and they’ve held up well. Lots of shapes and sizes. Good value for the money.

https://www.ebay.com/itm/123191299351

[unterhausen]

I use Gorilla clear repair tape. It's probably on the light side, but seems to work well

[drgonzo]

I use racers tape, pretty easy and invisible when it's on, reasonably easy to take off.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000O6BQMG/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

[steelbikerider]

I use headlight repair tape in clear available from your local car parts place. Inexpensive, flexible with a good adhesive that isn't affected by hot weather.

[eddief]

https://www.amazon.com/Lamin-x-Bicycle-Frame-Guard-Glossy/dp/B079LGD8K5/ref=pd_sbs_263_5/147-7901074-5983452?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=B079LGD8K5&pd_rd_r=f5552363-b702-490e-947b-736d0c461ad9&pd_rd_w=BGGZX&pd_rd_wg=Qc53n&pf_rd_p=d28ef93e-22cf-4527-b60a-90c984b5663d&pf_rd_r=GV1YMPN5H2WTZ5K4B0RF&psc=1&refRID=GV1YMPN5H2WTZ5K4B0RF

[dave thompson]

Crankskins makes a wide variety of frame protection products. I use their products on every new bike I get or refurb. https://crankskins.myshopify.com/collections/crankskins

[Mikej]

3m clear bra x-pel in a roll and cut it yourself. Please, don’t put Gorilla tape on a bike frame, it’s bubbly and difficult to remove.

[one60]

Crankskins makes great stuff, use them regularly. Also like the Shelter tape...its a bit more expensive but that is a reflection of it being more than just a vinyl tape. Available precut or in rolls...

https://road.cc/content/review/60238-shelter-frame-protection-tape-kit

[ultraman6970]

I got mine at ebay, brand IME doesnt matter too much, just clean the surface really well and the tape will stick good aswell.

[jb_11]

3m clear bra x-pel in a roll and cut it yourself. Please, don’t put gorilla tape on a bike frame, it’s bubbly and difficult to remove.

+1

[LongtailRider]

I use racers tape, pretty easy and invisible when it's on, reasonably easy to take off.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000O6BQMG/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

+1 for Racer's Tape. Long lasting and nearly transparent.

[speedevil]

I use 3M paint film that was leftover from the wrap on my Corvette.

I would bet that if you went by a shop that does paint film, they would give you enough scraps to do several bikes just for the asking.

[tylercheung]

did Wheels Mfg Co use to have some of this stuff?

[wallymann]

get the real 3M stuff.

it's pretty stiff, so if you have any complex curves to protect just use a hair-dryer to soften the tape up and it'll follow all kinds of shapes and stay stuck down w/o lifting -- works a treat!

[justinrchan]

I just went through the same thing. I ended up buying XPEL. It’s what’s on my cars as well.

https://www.amazon.com/XPEL-R4003-P-Clear-Paint-Protection/dp/B0748QPJTP/ref=sr_1_2?dchild=1&keywords=xpel+film&qid=1593203058&sr=8-2

[mep]

ISC Racers Tape. It smooths itself out so you don't need to worry about application. I have a roll from close to 10 years ago, and it still works like new.

[brucehappy]

I've got a raw black carbon frame...looks like the Crankskins come in clear matte. Anyone else have the racers tape, 3M, etc, on a matte frame?

[Mikej]

I've got a raw black carbon frame...looks like the Crankskins come in clear matte. Anyone else have the racers tape, 3M, etc, on a matte frame?

I have some 3m xpel on a matte frame - it’s shiny

[jm714]

I going to try the ISC Racers Tape.

[YesNdeed]

I just applied Bike Armour to a new frame the other day. So no long term test, but it seems like the real deal. Plenty in the roll for maybe a few applications, or maybe two including the down tube which I don't cover.

https://www.bikearmor.com/Paint-Shield-Heli-Tape-p/ht-1.htm

[mep]

I going to try the ISC Racers Tape.Let us know how you get along. One roll has more than enough to last dozens of bikes.