{"id":20081,"date":"2015-04-29T06:55:00","date_gmt":"2015-04-29T05:55:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/bikehub.co.za\/news\/2015\/04\/29\/review-lizard-skins-dsp-32mm-bar-tape-r2476\/"},"modified":"2023-02-08T11:00:16","modified_gmt":"2023-02-08T11:00:16","slug":"review-lizard-skins-dsp-32mm-bar-tape-r2476","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/bikehub.co.za\/news\/review-lizard-skins-dsp-32mm-bar-tape-r2476\/","title":{"rendered":"Review: Lizard Skins DSP 3.2mm Bar Tape"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Bar tape on a road bike is something most riders don\u2019t pay all that much attention to, yet as a key contact point the choice can make a considerable difference to your ride. Lizard Skins DSP 3.2mm Bar Tape offers a wider, super comfortable feel with better shock absorption.<\/p>\n<p>Considerably thicker than your standard cork based bar tape, the DSP 3.2mm is designed for added comfort. So much so that it was the bar tape of choice for our own MTN-Qhubeka as they took on the cobbles of Paris-Roubaix this year.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n<div class=\"w-full aspect-video\" contenteditable=\"false\">\n<div><iframe loading=\"lazy\" width=\"200\" height=\"113\"  frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/7vhpifjkckU?feature=oembed\"><\/iframe><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2 class=\"text-2xl font-bold\">Specs<\/h2>\n<p>Weight: 78g per set (including plugs)<\/p>\n<p>Thickness: 3.2mm<\/p>\n<p>Material: Durasoft Polymer<\/p>\n<p>Colours: Black, Red, Green, Blue, White, Grey<\/p>\n<div style=\"table-layout: fixed; display:table; width:100%; border-collapse:collapse;\" class=\"article_table\">\n<div style=\"display: table-cell; width: 16.6%; padding: 2px; vertical-align:top\">\n<a class=\"ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image\" href=\"https:\/\/wp-media.bikehub.co.za\/production\/uploads\/2023\/02\/ccs-62657-0-80538100-1430229989.jpg\" data-fileid=\"523246\" data-fileext=\"jpg\" rel=\"\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-fileid=\"523246\" class=\"ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed\" alt=\"Lizard Skins DSP bar tape colours 1.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/wp-media.bikehub.co.za\/production\/uploads\/2023\/02\/ccs-62657-0-80538100-1430229989.jpg\"><\/a>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"display: table-cell; width: 16.6%; padding: 2px; vertical-align:top\">\n<a class=\"ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image\" href=\"https:\/\/wp-media.bikehub.co.za\/production\/uploads\/2023\/02\/ccs-62657-0-88099300-1430229993.jpg\" data-fileid=\"523247\" data-fileext=\"jpg\" rel=\"\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-fileid=\"523247\" class=\"ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed\" alt=\"Lizard Skins DSP bar tape colours 2.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/wp-media.bikehub.co.za\/production\/uploads\/2023\/02\/ccs-62657-0-88099300-1430229993.jpg\"><\/a>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"display: table-cell; width: 16.6%; padding: 2px; vertical-align:top\">\n<a class=\"ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image\" href=\"https:\/\/wp-media.bikehub.co.za\/production\/uploads\/2023\/02\/ccs-62657-0-33270500-1430229997.jpg\" data-fileid=\"523248\" data-fileext=\"jpg\" rel=\"\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-fileid=\"523248\" class=\"ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed\" alt=\"Lizard Skins DSP bar tape colours 3.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/wp-media.bikehub.co.za\/production\/uploads\/2023\/02\/ccs-62657-0-33270500-1430229997.jpg\"><\/a>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"display: table-cell; width: 16.6%; padding: 2px; vertical-align:top\">\n<a class=\"ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image\" href=\"https:\/\/wp-media.bikehub.co.za\/production\/uploads\/2023\/02\/ccs-62657-0-01026300-1430230000.jpg\" data-fileid=\"523249\" data-fileext=\"jpg\" rel=\"\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-fileid=\"523249\" class=\"ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed\" alt=\"Lizard Skins DSP bar tape colours 4.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/wp-media.bikehub.co.za\/production\/uploads\/2023\/02\/ccs-62657-0-01026300-1430230000.jpg\"><\/a>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"display: table-cell; width: 16.6%; padding: 2px; vertical-align:top\">\n<a class=\"ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image\" href=\"https:\/\/wp-media.bikehub.co.za\/production\/uploads\/2023\/02\/ccs-62657-0-22441200-1430230003.jpg\" data-fileid=\"523250\" data-fileext=\"jpg\" rel=\"\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-fileid=\"523250\" class=\"ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed\" alt=\"Lizard Skins DSP bar tape colours 5.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/wp-media.bikehub.co.za\/production\/uploads\/2023\/02\/ccs-62657-0-22441200-1430230003.jpg\"><\/a>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"display: table-cell; width: 16.6%; padding: 2px; vertical-align:top\">\n<a class=\"ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image\" href=\"https:\/\/wp-media.bikehub.co.za\/production\/uploads\/2023\/02\/ccs-62657-0-19786900-1430230006.jpg\" data-fileid=\"523251\" data-fileext=\"jpg\" rel=\"\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-fileid=\"523251\" class=\"ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed\" alt=\"Lizard Skins DSP bar tape colours 6.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/wp-media.bikehub.co.za\/production\/uploads\/2023\/02\/ccs-62657-0-19786900-1430230006.jpg\"><\/a>\n<\/div>\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<h2 class=\"text-2xl font-bold\">On the bike<\/h2>\n<p>Installing the DSP 3.2mm is a straightforward process. Thanks to the rubbery synthetic material there\u2019s a decent amount of stretch in the tape. It is also backed with a self-adhesive strip and in the box you\u2019ll find additional pre-cut strips for the levers, plugs and finishing tape.<\/p>\n<div style=\"table-layout: fixed; display:table; width:100%; border-collapse:collapse;\" class=\"article_table\">\n<div style=\"display: table-cell; width: 50%; padding: 2px; vertical-align:top\">\n<a class=\"ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image\" href=\"https:\/\/wp-media.bikehub.co.za\/production\/uploads\/2023\/02\/ccs-62657-0-02519300-1430229982.jpg\" data-fileid=\"523244\" data-fileext=\"jpg\" rel=\"\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-fileid=\"523244\" class=\"ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed\" alt=\"Lizard Skins DSP bar tape 3.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/wp-media.bikehub.co.za\/production\/uploads\/2023\/02\/ccs-62657-0-02519300-1430229982.jpg\"><\/a>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"display: table-cell; width: 50%; padding: 2px; vertical-align:top\">\n<a class=\"ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image\" href=\"https:\/\/wp-media.bikehub.co.za\/production\/uploads\/2023\/02\/ccs-62657-0-95992000-1430229976.jpg\" data-fileid=\"523243\" data-fileext=\"jpg\" rel=\"\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-fileid=\"523243\" class=\"ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed\" alt=\"Lizard Skins DSP bar tape 2.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/wp-media.bikehub.co.za\/production\/uploads\/2023\/02\/ccs-62657-0-95992000-1430229976.jpg\"><\/a>\n<\/div>\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p>The added thickness of the tape is immediately noticeable with a slightly wider, yet comfortable grip compared to ordinary bar tape. The feel of the Lizard Skins is quite unique: it\u2019s got a spongy, slightly cushy feel and is rubbery to the touch.<\/p>\n<p>An initial concern was how grip would hold up in wet or sweaty conditions. Even without gloves the grip was good through all conditions. In the wet the tape remained tacky thanks to the texture etched into the surface.<\/p>\n<p>Out on the road shock absorption and vibration dampening were the winning features for me. Having snapped my carbon bar some time ago, I\u2019d found the switch to aluminium came with a far harsher ride, especially riding sans gloves. The comfy Lizard Skins though took most, if not all, of that harshness out leaving my hands, wrists and arms in better shape on bumpy surfaces.<\/p>\n<div style=\"table-layout: fixed; display:table; width:100%; border-collapse:collapse;\" class=\"article_table\">\n<div style=\"display: table-cell; width: 50%; padding: 2px; vertical-align:top\">\n<a class=\"ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image\" href=\"https:\/\/wp-media.bikehub.co.za\/production\/uploads\/2023\/02\/ccs-62657-0-10092800-1430229986.jpg\" data-fileid=\"523245\" data-fileext=\"jpg\" rel=\"\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-fileid=\"523245\" class=\"ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed\" alt=\"Lizard Skins DSP bar tape 4.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/wp-media.bikehub.co.za\/production\/uploads\/2023\/02\/ccs-62657-0-10092800-1430229986.jpg\"><\/a>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"display: table-cell; width: 50%; padding: 2px; vertical-align:top\">\n<a class=\"ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image\" href=\"https:\/\/wp-media.bikehub.co.za\/production\/uploads\/2023\/02\/ccs-62657-0-35872400-1430229972.jpg\" data-fileid=\"523241\" data-fileext=\"jpg\" rel=\"\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-fileid=\"523241\" class=\"ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed\" alt=\"Lizard Skins DSP bar tape 1.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/wp-media.bikehub.co.za\/production\/uploads\/2023\/02\/ccs-62657-0-35872400-1430229972.jpg\"><\/a>\n<\/div>\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p>If the wider grip and spongy feel are not to your liking (or your weight-weenie-ness is just that strong), Lizard Skins also offer the DSP Tape in thinner, lighter 1.8mm and 2.5mm options.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"text-2xl font-bold\">Verdict<\/h2>\n<p>While comfort and grip of the Lizard Skins DSP 3.2mm tape comes at a premium, the benefit to the feel of my ride is well worth it.<\/p>\n<div class=\"bg-slate-100 p-5\">\nThe Lizard Skins DSP bar tape 1.8mm and 2.5mm retails for R399 while the recommended retail price for the 3.2mm (tested in this review) is R450.\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Bar tape on a road bike is something most riders don\u2019t pay all that much attention to, yet as a key contact point the choice can make a considerable difference to your ride. Lizard Skins DSP 3.2mm Bar Tape offers a wider, super comfortable feel with better shock absorption. 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