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Cinelli Cork Ribbon Bar Tape
If it's not Cinelli, it's not original cork ribbon. The unique and original cork ribbon introduced by Cinelli in 1987.
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62 of 64(97%)customers would recommend this product to a friend.
Customer Reviews for Cinelli Cork Ribbon Bar Tape
Review 1 for Cinelli Cork Ribbon Bar Tape
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Wheelspins
Featured Review
Date:September 16, 2009
Reliable Bar Tape
Pros: Attractive, Comfortable, Durable, Good Fit, Great Value, High Quality, Lightweight
"When men were men and boys were boys, this tape was being used by the men. Todays boys seem to be the wimps who buy the stuff with Gel in it so there poor little Handie Wandies dont get all sore. Cinelli bar tape has been around for decades and is as good today as it was back then. Stretchy enough to create smooth turns around your bars. Fantastic cork grip in both wet and dry with enough cushioning for most (Men).
Still considered to be the best all round option by most."
Still considered to be the best all round option by most."
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Review 2 for Cinelli Cork Ribbon Bar Tape
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IanRedhill
City: Redhill
Country:United Kingdom
Age:35-44
Interest:Road Cyclist
Level:Regular
Gender:Male
Road Cyclist
Date:November 6, 2011
great quality
Pros: Great Value, Comfortable, High Quality
"great value and a classic bar tape that is easy to fit and very comfortable and grips well in the dry and wet"
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Review 3 for Cinelli Cork Ribbon Bar Tape
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captaincavs
City: bramhall, stockport, UK
Age:35-44
Interest:Road Cyclist
Level:Regular
Gender:Male
Road Cyclist
Date:November 2, 2011
all white
Pros: Attractive, Comfortable
"great tape - easy to put on, comfy and looks fab - especially in the essential white. add bling to your bike!"
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Review 4 for Cinelli Cork Ribbon Bar Tape
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Anonymous
Date:October 12, 2011
Not great quality
Pros: Comfortable
Cons: Low Quality, Wears Out Easily
"I am not impressed with this product. I put it on my bike after the first week the product had worn through on the curve at the bottom of my drop bars. Even though it is quite cheap I would expect it to last longer than this."
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Review 5 for Cinelli Cork Ribbon Bar Tape
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velorider
Date:August 25, 2011
Cinelli Cork Ribbon Bar Tape
Pros: Great Value, Comfortable
"Very good tape, a previous tape was too bulky this tape has plenty of cushioning to take the edge of rough tarmac and doesn't look overweight."
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Review 6 for Cinelli Cork Ribbon Bar Tape
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Sculler23
City: Portsmouth
Country:United Kingdom
Age:25-34
Interest:Road Cyclist
Level:Occasional
Gender:Male
Budget:Value for money
Road Cyclist
Date:August 24, 2011
Comfortable bar tape.
Pros: Comfortable, High Quality
"Good quality, comfortable.
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Review 7 for Cinelli Cork Ribbon Bar Tape
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Morelon
Date:August 6, 2011
The original
Pros: Durable, Attractive, Comfortable, Good Fit
"And still the best. Wraps the bars well with a nice even wrap."
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Review 8 for Cinelli Cork Ribbon Bar Tape
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LycraLout
City: Portsmouth, Hampshire
Country:United Kingdom
Age:35-44
Interest:Road Cyclist
Level:Regular
Gender:Male
Road Cyclist
Date:July 27, 2011
Never peels off
Pros: Durable, Great Value, Attractive, Comfortable, High Quality
"Used this product several times now and will continue to do so. Has never started peeling off on me like other (more expensive) brands. I tend to only change it when it gets too grubby and I want to freshen the look of my bike up. To which, there's plenty of colours to choose from. Might not be the most padded of tapes but it's padded enough for me. Recommended."
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Review 9 for Cinelli Cork Ribbon Bar Tape
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monkeynuts
Date:July 23, 2011
Pros: Great Value, High Quality
Cons: bit thin
"No messing basic cork bar tape. Not especially thick so if you like a cushioned feel then you'll need a double wrap of this or something like Specialized S-wrap."
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Review 10 for Cinelli Cork Ribbon Bar Tape
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Lacbell
Country:Australia
Age:45-54
Interest:Road Cyclist
Level:Regular
Gender:Male
Road Cyclist
Date:July 22, 2011
Pros: Comfortable, High Quality, Good Fit
"Very good strong and comfortable tape. Easy to fit and look good!"
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Review 11 for Cinelli Cork Ribbon Bar Tape
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VeloVixen
City: New York, NY
Country:USA
Age:45-54
Interest:Road Cyclist
Level:Regular
Gender:Female
Road Cyclist
Date:July 6, 2011
Wrapping Up A Great Bike
Pros: Durable, Great Value, Attractive, Comfortable, High Quality, Adjustable, Versatile, Good Fit
Cons: Expensive, needs extra care in installation
"I've used just about every kind of bar wrap, tape and grip imaginable. I've chosen them for weight, looks, color and a few qualities I've forgotten. However, the best qualities to consider when putting something on your handlebars to help with grip are comfort, durability and, of course, grip.
On the first quality, Cinelli Cork (not the gel) wins hands-down. (Pun intended!) On the other two qualities, one or two other products I've tried might arguably be better. But Cinelli cork still does quite well in those areas. That is why I find myself returning to Cinelli cork tape. Also, they're always offering all sorts of different colors and patterns, so you're bound to find something that complements (or, if you prefer, clashes with) your bike.
The best thing about Cinelli Cork is that it's, for me, just soft and supple enough. Also, while it grips well, even when it's soaked (synthetics tend to get slippery), it has a nice "organic" feel: It feels as if it's meant to be in your hands. And, once it's on the handlebars, it holds up well.
My only complaint about it is that you do indeed have to take care installing it, at least the first time. You want to wrap it good and tight without tearing it. But once your bars are wrapped, you won't have to worry about them for a while. So, while it's a bit more expensive than other wraps, it's worth the money."
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Review 12 for Cinelli Cork Ribbon Bar Tape
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DaveyB
Date:June 15, 2011
The BEST!
"I love this tape, it has great grip, looks good and is just perfect for me."
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Review 13 for Cinelli Cork Ribbon Bar Tape
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Ubercool
City: North East England
Country:United Kingdom
Age:35-44
Interest:Road Cyclist
Level:Regular
Gender:Male
Budget:Quality first
Road Cyclist
Date:June 5, 2011
Cinelli cork tape
Pros: Durable, Great Value, Attractive, Comfortable, High Quality, Adjustable, Good Fit
"I have used this tape for years and it is the best. I was actually sent gel cork tape which isn't what I ordered but it went on very well, looked the part and had a good feel to it. I know I will get a good season or more out of this tape and I can highly recommend it."
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Review 14 for Cinelli Cork Ribbon Bar Tape
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xitop
City: Edinburgh
Country:United Kingdom
Age:55-64
Interest:Road Cyclist
Level:Regular
Gender:Male
Budget:Value for money
Road Cyclist
Date:June 4, 2011
Why Real Cork Tape?
Pros: Durable, Comfortable, High Quality, Lightweight
"If you had eczema on your hands, or a latex allergy you would know why.. synthetic bar tapes.. and most are synthetic these days, often cause a reaction in people with eczema, resulting in discomfort and itching. real cork is the answer. Thank goodness for Cinelli!"
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Review 15 for Cinelli Cork Ribbon Bar Tape
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hadleigh
City: Ottawa
Country:Canada
Age:25-34
Interest:Road Cyclist
Level:Advanced
Gender:Male
Budget:Quality first
Road Cyclist
Date:April 21, 2011
another great Cinelli tape
Pros: Great Value, Comfortable, Lightweight
"Comfy, easy to apply, looks great.
only glitch - bar stoppers seem a bit small in diameter?
other than that - great stuff"
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Review 16 for Cinelli Cork Ribbon Bar Tape
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AJohnDoe
City: Dundee
Country:United Kingdom
Age:19-24
Interest:Road Cyclist
Level:Regular
Gender:Male
Budget:Value for money
Road Cyclist
Date:April 15, 2011
As Good as it Gets
Pros: Attractive, Rugged, High Quality, great colour choices
"This was the first bar tape I used upon replacing the stock stuff on my bike. I had it on there for about a year without any issues.
Since then I've tried a few other brands as my LBS doesn't stock Cinelli. I find myself comparing them rather unfavorably to the Cinelli Cork tape, and it's just not as good!
It stays clean easier, has just as much bounce and is a far bigger range of colours than any of the other brands I've tried. It's also not that difficult to fit, with a bit of practice, even for a newbie like myself. Total win!"
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Review 17 for Cinelli Cork Ribbon Bar Tape
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RobF
City: Sheffield
Country:United Kingdom
Age:35-44
Interest:Road Cyclist
Level:Advanced
Gender:Male
Budget:Quality first
Road Cyclist
Date:March 7, 2011
Good Bar Tape
Pros: Durable, Great Value, Attractive, Comfortable, High Quality
"Excellent value high quality tape. I used it for a double wrap and could have done with an extra few inches for the top layer - but hey, that's life."
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DanDB
Country:Australia
Age:25-34
Interest:Cross Country MTB
Level:Regular
Gender:Male
Mountain Biker
Date:February 28, 2011
best cork tape IMO
Pros: Durable, Great Value, Attractive, Comfortable, High Quality, Adjustable, Good Fit
"Used plenty of types of cork tape and this is the best I've come across, It's very easy to install neatly.
Its a bit thinner than some other brands' cork (ie BBB), so doesn't have quite as much shock absorption as these, however I still find it more comfortable than these as it sits flatter and more consistently on the bars. Has a silky feel. And has good durablity."
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Review 19 for Cinelli Cork Ribbon Bar Tape
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epicurus
City: Ant
Date:February 21, 2011
Good grip
Pros: Durable, Great Value, Attractive, Comfortable, Good Fit
"Excellent grip, good comfort from the shock absorption. Gets a bit dirty with use if you get lighter colours. No surprises really."
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ksetzer
City: Portland, OR
Country:USA
Age:25-34
Interest:Road Cyclist
Level:Regular
Gender:Male
Road Cyclist
Date:February 6, 2011
My Favorite Tape
Pros: Durable, Great Value, Comfortable
"For me, cork has a much better feel than synthetic tapes. soft enough but not too squishy."
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