Upcoming: Vote to host the EHBPC, LFGSS Xmas Party
Go Back   London Fixed-gear and Single-speed > Mechanics & Fixin'
Reload this Page White bar tape
Search Posts Categories Calendar PhotosBlogs Members List Mark Forums Read Register

Welcome to the London Fixed-gear and Single-speed forums.

You are currently viewing our boards as a guest which gives you limited access to view most discussions and access our other features. By joining our free community you will have access to post topics, communicate privately with other members (PM), respond to polls, upload content and access many other special features. Registration is fast, simple and absolutely free so please, join our community today!

If you have any problems with the registration process or your account login, please contact contact us.

 
LinkBack Thread Tools
Old 3rd September 2007   #1
Platini
 
Platini's Avatar
I've decided that my road bike needs white tape rather than red. Any tips on how to make sure it stays white? I'm thinking of spraying it with clear coat enamel, but obviously I'll have to do quite a bit of masking-off first.
Has anyone tried this or got any other ideas?
  quote   reply
Registered users don't see adverts. Signup or signin to hide them.
Old 3rd September 2007   #2
VelocityBoy
 
VelocityBoy's Avatar
It gets dirty, after a while you replace it. It's £6 a box, you'll spend more in time and money trying to find a way to keep it spotless, and you won't succeed either.
  quote   reply
Old 3rd September 2007   #3
rusty
 
rusty's Avatar
tipex
  quote   reply
Old 3rd September 2007   #4
ThisIsRob (RJM)
clingfilm
  quote   reply
Old 3rd September 2007   #5
rusty
 
rusty's Avatar
wash your hands before you use the bike. I noticed that keeps things cleaner.
  quote   reply
Old 3rd September 2007   #6
BringMeMyFix
 
BringMeMyFix's Avatar
Washing up liquid/water. I prefer the 'lived-in' look though (same goes for my white tyres and saddle).
  quote   reply
Old 3rd September 2007   #7
BringMeMyFix
 
BringMeMyFix's Avatar
Oh, and use 'Ecover', cos we're not living in the dark ages any more ;)
  quote   reply
Old 3rd September 2007   #8
Platini
 
Platini's Avatar
Thanks. Time for a nail-brush and Fairy Liquid then...
  quote   reply
Old 3rd September 2007   #9
nimhbus
 
nimhbus's Avatar
wear a brand new pair of gloves every time you ride it.
  quote   reply
Old 3rd September 2007   #10
Cajeta
Scotchgard? Some other fabric sealant?
  quote   reply
Old 3rd September 2007   #11
photoben
 
photoben's Avatar
  quote   reply
Old 3rd September 2007   #12
tallsam
 
tallsam's Avatar
peroxide.

I'm not being serious btw.
  quote   reply
Old 3rd September 2007   #13
pj (pj)
lick it clean after every ride - the acidic quality of saliva should maintain that virginal finish you are looking for.
  quote   reply
Old 3rd September 2007   #14
hippy
 
hippy's Avatar
Quote:
photoben:
I bet you didn't google for that image ben... that was just what you got up to on the weekend.. :P
  quote   reply
Old 3rd September 2007   #15
photoben
 
photoben's Avatar
Well it was my birthday....
  quote   reply
Old 13th August 2008   #16
dogsballs
 
dogsballs's Avatar
how's the white tape?
  quote   reply
Old 13th August 2008   #17
31t®um
 
31t®um's Avatar
still white?
  quote   reply
Old 13th August 2008   #18
BringMeMyFix
 
BringMeMyFix's Avatar
  quote   reply
Old 13th August 2008   #19
Todd
 
Todd's Avatar
I've gone back in time! All these revived posts freaked me out. ha ha! Back to basics!
  quote   reply
Old 13th August 2008   #20
dogsballs
 
dogsballs's Avatar
fizic bar tape is good though!
  quote   reply
Old 13th August 2008   #21
Platini
 
Platini's Avatar
Quote:
Originally Posted by dogsballs View Post
how's the white tape?
Proving expensive TBH
  quote   reply
Old 13th August 2008   #22
Skully
 
Skully's Avatar
  quote   reply

Bookmarks Shortcuts
Posts Categories
Registered users don't see adverts. Signup or signin to hide them.

« Chain Help And Information Needed... | Fitting a miche cog with carrier »

Currently Active Users Viewing This Thread: 1 (0 members and 1 guests)
 
Thread Tools


Similar Threads
Thread Thread Starter Forum Replies Last Post
Shellac and Cotton Tape oddsock Mechanics & Fixin' 38 12th March 2008 22:54
Bar tape RichC Bikes & Bits 25 24th January 2008 21:12
Reflective bar tape flickwg Classifieds & Shopping 8 9th October 2007 22:42
Deep V rim tape mrtrigeminal Mechanics & Fixin' 13 27th June 2007 08:11
Bar tape poll - vote now :) mdja Miscellaneous & Meaningless 49 31st May 2007 21:32

Creative Commons License All times are GMT. The time now is 22:35.
Contact Us - Home - Archive - Privacy Statement - W3C - Top