PRO

Another great bar tape by PRO, I was using the Control version of their tape and only removed it because I changed out my brake cables. This is slightly more difficult to wrap than the Control but still one of the easiest that I've used - good stretch and the silicone backing just works. The tape really is very comfortable and grippy, it has quickly become one of my favorites and spending more time in the drops has become a pleasure (for my hands anyway). I've only had it on for a couple of rides so I can't comment on durability but given the texture I don't expect it to last as long as the Control (that stuff doesn't seem to degrade at all) but I like the feel better and it doesn't cost much so if I only get a year out of it I won't complain.

This bag seems to be made well, but from the photos it looked like it could be used in front of the handlebar, in line with the stem. The way it is designed it seems to be intended for use like any other stem bag, behind the handlebar next to the stem. Using the mounting points provided it does not fit in front of the stem unless you use the two farthest apart mounting points which make the bag crooked. If there is anything else in front of your handlebars, like cables, GPS mounts, lights, cross levers, bells, etc., the situation is even worse. Also, it is not big enough to actually contain a bottle. The bottle will poke out the top.

#1: I hate changing seat posts, with fore/aft, height and tilt adjustments it is always a game of �close enough�. I thought that I had the answer with Fizik Cyrano, 1 bolts, easy adjustment�but seems to be no longer available.

While generally not a fan of Shimano products, this Seatpost is very good. I like the setback distance that gives a bit of compliance. But, ease of adjustment is where this shines. Instead of vertical bolts that have to se use and position saddle, Vibe uses a side bolt that makes it super easy to adjust angles, distances and secure. Nicely done!

Overall decent tape. I really enjoyed the texture, soft to touch and easy to grip without being tacky. Grip is fine in wet conditions After a few months in my basement, not in direct light, there was some yellowing around the tape edges under the window of the box - I was worried the tape would discolor with use outside but that hasn't happened. My biggest complaint is that, for the white color, it is almost impossible to clean with soap and water. For comparison, Fizik microtex in white seems to stay spotless indefinitely. I would recommend trying with a dark color, because the texture is very good.