(Part 2) Best bike handlebar tape according to redditors
We found 100 Reddit comments discussing the best bike handlebar tape. We ranked the 69 resulting products by number of redditors who mentioned them. Here are the products ranked 21-40. You can also go back to the previous section.
They're from a Dutch brand called Lekker
You can get identical looking ones from Brooks but they're stupid expensive and the ones I've had have been great for the year I've had them.
Components:
Edit to add explanation:
I have very thick door frames in my house and even though I can do a leg-assist pullup hanging by my fingertips from the frame, my form was terrible and I only just got the top of my head level with my hands.
I didn't like the looks of any of the Iron Gym type bars because I didn't want to be too low. Plus the doorway is in a corner.
In the absence of a toolshed for cutting pipe, I decided to get something that was specifically for hanging large weights (an elderly person slipping in the bath) and screw it directly into the door frame.
I used bicycle handlebar tape to wrap the smooth stainless steel to provide some grip.
Pedals and handle grips would be the two things I would recommend that make it feel and perform better. They're very easy to upgrade.
I have a post with pictures of my Airdyne. In the comments I gave some tips and answer some questions about what I did. https://www.reddit.com/r/homegym/comments/783qa4/pimp_my_airdyne_rhomegym_edition/
Mine came with a very padded premium feeling OEM seat. I don't know how the thinner type that's on yours feels for comparison, so I couldn't recommend a seat upgrade.
The chain upgrade and chain guard removal was purely cosmetic.
Links to what I used
Handlebar Tape: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01M1YBJ3J?ref=yo_pop_ma_swf
Bike chain (bought two):
KMC Z410 Bicycle Chain (1-Speed, 1/2 x 1/8-Inch, 112L, Red) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000C14PNK?ref=yo_pop_ma_swf
Bike chain tool:
Chollima Universal Bike Chain Tool https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01NB9VO5O?ref=yo_pop_ma_swf
Pedals:
Schwinn Mongoose Mountain Bike Pedal https://www.amazon.com/dp/B071FG54V6?ref=yo_pop_ma_swf
Let me know if you got any questions or need help.
I believe this used to be the norm back in the day. Unfortunately, it appears to be frowned upon now, especially after receving so many down votes on this post...
👉🏽Bar Tape Used👈🏽
GUEE SL Dual Bartape. 2 Color tone. Super comfort, tacky and light weight only 56g (a pair). Make your bike with own color style! https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07226S6M7/ref=cm_sw_r_other_apa_MuQzzbTS3Y5YY
All the colors.
thanks man, i ended up using this faux leather tape
https://www.amazon.com/TOPCABIN-Camouflage-Comfort-Handlebar-Reflective/dp/B01M1NSQVQ/ref=sr_1_fkmr0_1?crid=G3QDULJ6GT55&dchild=1&keywords=topcabin%2Bbicycle%2Bbar%2Btape%2Beva%2Bcamouflage&qid=1572975125&sprefix=topcabin%2Bbicycl%2Caps%2C145&sr=8-1-fkmr0&th=1
Codream Fcfb Ultralight Toray T700 Carbon Fiber UD Glossy Road Bike Bicycle Handlebar Handle Drop Bar 31.8 400mm (Black) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01337L78K/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_zd4pzb6AASC9J
These caught my eye. I want to switch to drop bars so I can tuck while riding, I don't want to be so upright. I'll have to switch brake lever setups too right? Can anyone guide me in the right direction. I'm not sure what will fit or what sizes I need.
I had this Lizardskin tape for a while and generally liked it, but when it was worn I swapped it out for something my LBS carried and actually the difference wasn't all that noticeable. I can't say what brand it was though as I sold the bike since then, but the Lizardskin was nice, very grippy in rain.
Brooks England Microfiber Bar Tape, Antique Brown https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01BVV2OVE/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_qz2RDbX5ADB0Z
Brooks microfibre bar tape.
It's very nice. Padded underneath, so it's not like bare leather would be.
I used to use cotton (cloth) bar tape like this: https://www.amazon.com/Newbaums-26300-Cloth-Bar-Tape/dp/B0127AQ07W
You may find the lack of padding and less-slick feel to your liking.
I am thinking maybe one of these camos
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B011JZ63F0/ref=mp_s_a_1_6?ie=UTF8&qid=1467508735&sr=8-6&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_QL65&keywords=handlebar+tape+bike&dpPl=1&dpID=512+js9ajTL&ref=plSrch&th=1&psc=1
Sure would but also you can just use bike handlebar tape ( million styles of course just linking one) https://www.amazon.com/KINGOU-Camouflage-Road-Handlebar-Wraps/dp/B011JZ5AWC/ref=zg_bs_6389388011_18?_encoding=UTF8&refRID=XQVZ9X4E9W2MZFK8FMSV
I can confirm that this part number is red, very similar to your old tape.
On my bike: https://photos.app.goo.gl/9yWq9U2abvkpzx316
I found some on Amazon, but I can also vouch for the Cinelli tape.
Great look.
Kind of looks a little like this one.
Serfas Woven Bicycle Handle Bar Tape (Coral, Teal, Beige, Pink Aztec Design) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B076VWVR2R/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_QwjjDbKG459TV
Bicycle Handlebar Grip Tape
Been using Domain Cycling bar tape. Works great:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01MZ1PGID