Specialized S-Wrap Classic handlebar tape review
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A solid and large glue strip on the back holds well and while the easy-to-clean material works well (not that it matters as much when it's black), it wasn't the grippiest on test in the wet.
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Great look and feel
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Easy to clean
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Hard to fit
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We liked the classic look and feel of the Specialized S-Wrap handlebar tape.
The leather-like material makes for a comfortable and highly grippy finish but it took us a few attempts to get it to sit right on the handlebar.
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