In traditional bar tape materials the tape is extruded as-is, or molded to develop a thin 'skin' of non-expanded foam at the surface. The designer must choose between competing parameters: more durable foams are much harder, more cushioning means less grip and so on. By using a laminated design, SILCA engineers can put the exact material in the exact right location. So the outer Ply of SILCAthane is tuned using the same materials used in high performance eyewear for maximum grip, durability, and cleanability. SILCAlon was developed from the 2-Hour Marathon shoe foam for ultimate cushion and rebound behavior for maximum comfort and speed. Having 2 top layers of low-damping materials, SILCA uses a 3M Viscoelastic damping adhesive to put the perfect amount of damping right where it needs to be in order to reduce handlebar 'buzz' without sacrificing comfort

It's simple. We can provide you guidance based off comfort, support, dampening, etc. In the end, choosing bar tape really depends on you and how you ride. The NASTRO bar tape collection has four thickness options to help increase your speed/wattage output with more comfort for greater endurance. The guide to the left provides the fundamental features available.

Also consider our Crash Replacement Program as an added guarantee for the season. Bar Tape maintenance is a key element for the pros and allows you or your mechanic the ability to see what lies beneath the tape. Is it possible your bar tape is holding your bars together? Hidden damage is also a concern and bar tape replacement should be part of every avid cyclist's routine.