This tape is tacky and provides good cushioning, if that's what you are looking for then go for it. After a handful of rides, I don't think this bar tape is for me. I realized that I just don't like tacky tape.
All the other reviews are spot on, install is pain. There is some stretch to the tape, but it's hard to work with. The tape even started to degrade as I was making wrap adjustments. Maybe this tape would be better without a glue strip.
I've used this tape on both my gravel bikes. Very comfortable and good looking.
Cushion and thickness are good. Not too stretchy and adhesive side was pretty decent. Since the logo is colored only on one side you may end up with two sides of different color.
I am extremely disappointed in the bar tape. I have is on mt road bike for 1 month now. My hands sweat a lot, the bar tape started to disintegrate and the tacky rubber surface finish is coming off - I can see the cotton layer underneath. I will never purchase again. Definitely switching to another brand.
This was a replacement for my previously installed bar tape. I ordered the same brand and type/style of bar tape because the first experience went so well. A lot of sweat, rough riding, strong efforts finally caused some material fraying and abrasions. Easily installed and looks great! I recommend this bar tape to anyone who is willing to wrap their own bars. How to video's are prevalent, so give it a shot!
Love this handlebar tape. It's got a nice cushion to it along with being tacky. I can't speak for longevity yet as I have only ridden a couple hundred miles. Hopefully I can get at least 6 months of use out of this tape here in Texas.
I like the cushion and grip of this tape. It is easy to install with plenty of length to have sufficient overlap and stretch to minimize buckling during the wrapping process. My only complaint is that when installed the Fizik name is all over the tape, which isn't terrible but unnecessary.
I've used Fizik bar tape in the past, but never this version. I love this tape. It's flexible enough to make wrapping a breeze. This tape looks good, there is enough tape to wrap large bars like my 50 cm wide bars and not run out and strong enough not to rip during install. It stretches around the curves very well, and is very comfortable. It's not too soft, not too hard, it's just right. Highly recommend!
I've bought this tape before so I know the quality of it. It's flexible/strong enough to make wrapping a breeze. It's easy to install and looks great! I put it on my Surly SS and now putting it on my Gravel bike!
Best tape Ive used. Its grippy without being sticky, easy to wrap and seems to be wearing great.
Grippy and padded.
Best bar tap I used so far.
This is some of the better tape I've used. In my experience Fizik tape is generally excellent
