“I purchased the thickest tape - 3mm?. I did a few "trial winds" - with the adhesive cover in place - just to get a feel for the thicker tape and the correct overlap. I will also recommend overlaping the open end of the drops, just enough to be able to force the the end plugs into the hole.
This tape is the priciest I've purchest yet but well worth the cost. Very strong, which allowed me to apply very tight winds, without breaking the tape.
I now have a very even surface and great cushioning / comfort for those long and bumpy rides.
It looks great too.”
“I've only used the bike a few times since applying the tape and in that time if has provided an adequate degree of dampening and grip, and no movement of the tape, so I'm happy with that. I applied the tape myself which was a little stressful first time doing that and while its turned out pretty good, I'll be better next time. Look at a few video's and you'll be okay as long as you get the section for the hoods done properly (3 loops worked best for me). You can always unwind if you want to do a section again.”
“Nice grippy tape, sort of suede finish. Reasonably stretchy so not too bad to install. It is the same thickness right to the edge, not tapered to any extent, so be aware of this.”
