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I guess bar tape is like opinions...
I *think* the tape I have on my bike now is the fizik bondcush. Going to give something different a try, and then maybe pick up some of these suggestions as backups to try later in the year. Thanks yall. |
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i just started a thread about this last week, and like you, got a variety of opinions.
note that i ride 42 compact bars, and i attempted supacaz tape on those bars. i like a nice tight well overlapped wrap, and i didnt have enough length to cover my bars with that tape, so with bars as wide as you're talking about, length of tape may be an issue too, just FYI.
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I would suggest a small tweak: add a layer of tape along the tops of the bars and in the drops where you grab and wrap one layer over that.
About the same shock absorbtion, less bulk HTH M |
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This is true, but I like the extra bulk as well as shock absorbtion. I feel it gives better control in the chunk.
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For those focusing on bulk/larger grip I'm a big fan of the Deda Trentacinque. That said, the Deda RHM shape need to work for you to go that route, and you need a new stem too which only comes in 8 degrees. If those both work for you solid option.
I realized he OP asked about gravel/CX bars; Dedas don't build these with any flare. And you still have the fun of choosing tapes! |
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My gravel setup is for riding in the drops. The drops are double taped.
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Thanks for calling out Cuscino.. Tour Magazine just lab and field tested tapes and Cuscino was number 1 in both cushioning AND wet/dry grip (and 1st overall)
It was also one of the longest tapes tested to help get full coverage on wider bars. |
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Thats a handy comparison
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This is the best tape I have found in 30 years of cycling.
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This tape is great, cheap, and mimics the best tape I've ever used: Shimano Pro Digital Smart Silicone which is no longer made.
https://www.ebay.com/itm/EXTRA-LONG-...ss!53222!US!-1 |
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