Description The Gold Standard For Comfortable Barfeel
A true classic from one of the most renowned names in cycling, Cinelli's famous Gel Ribbon Handlebar Tape is still the preferred choice for many pro cyclists. Embellish your classic bike build or give your modern bike that old-school cool with Cinelli Gel Ribbon bar tape. Cork bar tape has a classic great feel and just the right amount of cushioning and grip. It offers a no-slip grip, with natural sweat absorption and insulative properties, to keep your hands on your bars with stable control, in any condition!
For certain riders, regular cork tape isn't enough. The Gel Cork tape includes a strip of shock-absorbing gel underneath the regular tape, for the ultimate in comfort. The tape still offers a no-slip grip, with natural sweat absorption and insulative properties to keep your hands on your bars with stable control, in any condition!
Formulated from a blend of natural cork, silicone gel and synthetic foam, the self-adhesive tape applies easily to your bars, and stays there. You can decide how much cushioning you want by stretching or relaxing the tape during wrapping. Each unit contains enough tape for one set of handlebars, as well as finishing tape and plastic end plugs embellished with the Cinelli logo. Available in a range of colors to match your style.
Features:
Gel Tape has a built-in gel strip for additional cushioning
The original self-adhesive cork bar tape
Natural/synthetic formulation
Includes ending tape and black plastic bar-end plugs
B-Stock - This product has one or more B-Stock units available. These units can be purchased at a discount (see option select). B-Stock units were returned from other customers and may have missing or damaged packaging materials. These units are otherwise as new. The full manufacturer warranty applies. Click Here for more information.
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Nice handel bar tape
by DHP
Cycling Enthusiast
Bellevue Neb
1 of 1 customers found this review helpful.
Grate replacement handle bar tape non-slip and soft, has been durable so-fare would have given it 5 stars but the end tape that came with it did not like to stay down it finally stopped coming up after some hot day rides and being persistent on forcing it down where I wanted it otherwise I like the tape
Reviewed 11/6/2020
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Comfortable and long lasting
by lars
Cycling Enthusiast
Beaverton, Or
0 of 1 customers found this review helpful.
I've been using Cinelli tape on my bikes for decades. Thousands of miles a year. I practically have to force myself to change the tapes but I do it every fall.
As part of my annual bar tape and glove order it qualifies for free shipping. Ordering is easy and delivery is quick.
Reviewed 8/19/2019
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2nd set; best bar tape I've ever used
by BikePilot
Cycling Enthusiast
Roanoke, VA
1 of 1 customers found this review helpful.
Pro: Soft gel affords good cushioning, as well as a firm grip.
Con: Trade-off for softer cushioning seems to be that it's somewhat more easily torn & damaged.
Reviewed 11/28/2020
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The only bar tape I use on all my bikes
by Manny Myles
Competitive Racer
Way south of Chicago
Put on the handle bars and enjoy the nice cushion it affords.
Its on my Litespeed Ultimate, Trek T200, Motobecane Century TI, SchwinnWaterford Paramount
Reviewed 2/19/2018
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Best bar tape that I have ever used.
by Bill58
Cycling Enthusiast
Pittsburgh PA
I have been using gel cork bar tape for a number of years, and it's on all my bikes. Easy to install, and especially easy to reposition. Wraps tightly, and I have yet to have the tape tear during installation. The Cinelli tape is manufactured and sold under a specific patent number. I have used other brand tapes with the same patent number with the same results.
Reviewed 4/13/2023
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Comfortable and affordable
by Eee Zee
Cycling Enthusiast
NJ
Reviewed 3/20/2023
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Better than expecte
Cycling Enthusiast
Land O Lakes, FL
1 of 1 customers found this review helpful.
Purchased the tape to replace worn out tape on my wife's road bike. Then extra thickness makes her ride, according to her, a lot more enjoyable and the amount of road vibration is almost not noticable.
Reviewed 6/17/2022
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Comfy Long Lasting and Cost Effective
by Bread Truck
Cycling Enthusiast
Northeast
3 of 4 customers found this review helpful.
This tape is easy to install, looks great and really takes the edge of road buzz on your bike. Half the price of the "premium" tapes. Also comes in a variety of great colors. I have five bikes this stuff is on every one.
Reviewed 10/5/2020
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Classic!
2 of 2 customers found this review helpful.
Same wrap I have been using for 25 years. Love it!
Reviewed 6/19/2020
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Soft comfortable durable
1 of 1 customers found this review helpful.
Wraps easily, comfortable and nice looking. Still looks pretty new after 6 months of regular use.
Reviewed 11/7/2019
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Good grip. Comfortable
Excellent handle bar tape at a good price.
Reviewed 7/19/2021
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Easy to put on,
by Gerhard
Cycling Enthusiast
NW Suburbs of Chicago
2 of 2 customers found this review helpful.
I was very happy I bought this product and not a more expensive one. This tape was easy to install, stretched enough to wrap it tightly, and also came with additional pieces to cover the opening around the brakes. I'm very pleased with this product.
Reviewed 5/3/2021
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Great feel and easy to install.
by Bill58
Cycling Enthusiast
Pittsburgh PA
4 of 4 customers found this review helpful.
The tape is easy to install and the tacky back allows you to unwrap and repositionthe tape for a professional finish. This is especially beneficial for us home mechanics who don't do this but once or twice a year. The feel of the tape once installed is great, just enough thickness, cushion, and grip. I have this tape on all of my drop bar bikes.
Reviewed 2/18/2021
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Looks great
by BluesCat
Casual Cyclist
Portland, OR
2 of 3 customers found this review helpful.
Looks great on the bike. Comfortable too.
Only one negative is the lack of instructions in the package. (There is a part that they add in which we couldn't figure out what to do with.)
Reviewed 12/31/2020
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Easy To Achieve A Nice Installation
by Kurt Arehart
Cycling Enthusiast
Raleigh, NC
1 of 2 customers found this review helpful.
Nice value, this tape applies nicely, plenty long enough when a bit of stretching tension is maintained as you wrap. I've got it on three of my bikes and they all turned out well. The cushioning profile is significant, and that is what I was after. Time will tell on the durability question.
Reviewed 11/13/2020
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My bar tape of choice for over 25 years.
by Merlin
Cycling Enthusiast
Portland, OR
1 of 2 customers found this review helpful.
I love both the feel and durability of this tape. Also I use white tape and my friends always wonder how it stays so white. The tape cleans easily number 1. And I keep my gloves clean, and can change a rear flat - putting the wheel back on WITHOUT cleaning the chain in the process - ha ha.
Reviewed 7/2/2020
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WORKS GREAT SOFTENS THE ROAD AND MY WRISTS.
by Anonymous
Cycling Enthusiast
LAGUNA BEACH
1 of 3 customers found this review helpful.
WORKS GREAT SOFTENS THE ROAD AND MY WRISTS.
Reviewed 6/26/2020
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Works very well at protection and comfort.
by Merlin
Cycling Enthusiast
Portland, OR
1 of 1 customers found this review helpful.
I've used this for many years. It holds up very well and is comfortable. White is my color of choice and it cleans easily but since I keep my gloves clean, the ribbon rarely needs cleaning. This is a very good product!
Reviewed 4/23/2020
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Cork Bar Tape
2 of 2 customers found this review helpful.
Reviewed 2/27/2020
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Easy to wrap, good cushioning long lasting.
by Norcal rider
Cycling Enthusiast
Auburn Ca
5 of 6 customers found this review helpful.
I change out bar tape like people go through socks. probably because I get bored and want to try out something different. This is my go to bar tape. Easiest tape to wrap (no adhesive backing). Long enough to wrap (even 46 bars) and have enough left over. You can wrap thick, or thin. Or thin on the drops and thin on the tops. This is by far the easiest tape to wrap. I can wrap a bar in ten minute without say a single cuss word in my garage. Just skip using the finishing tape and use electrical tape instead. If by chance you have to remove the tape for some work on your bike the supplied finishing tape will most likely tear the bar tape when you remove it. Best thing is, it's cheap (the price). I prefer black as I get grease on my hands when I get the dreaded F. Just don't pull too hard, it has a stretch limit. It can tear if you pull too hard.
Reviewed 9/19/2019
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