Uneven surfaces, rough asphalt, cobblestones… The stresses coming from the road are transmitted directly to the handlebar in the form of unpleasant vibrations, which in short time can turn into annoying tingling to the hands, compromising comfort and grip on the handlebar, with inevitable negative repercussions also on performance and safety.To be able to absorb and reduce them to the minimum, you need a handlebar with “muscles”: a simple but brilliant idea introduced by the Shock-Absorber Kit by Selle Italia.Shock-Absorber Kit consists of two elements: Bar Pads and SG-Tape.SG-Tape is a special tape with grip that allows you to ensure even greater comfort and better grip on the handlebar, bringing advantages in both performance and safety on the saddle.The Bar Pads are made up of three layers of different materials: the first, in gel, helps to simulate the behavior of a muscle, compressing at the support and recovering in a few seconds the original shape, as soon as the pressure of the hand is removed. Besides the gel layer, the addition of PU Foam and a third Lycra layer help to increase the softness of the Bar Pads.The Shock-Absorber Kit by Selle Italia, thanks to the combination of the bar pads with the special tape with grip, ensures a high level of comfort at all times, while also offering a better grip on the handlebar, all to the benefit of performance and safety.Thanks to the particular assembly of these two components, the Shock-Absorber Kit, in addition to being one of the lightest on the market, also performs a combined action that produces a very effective absorption of vibrations from the ground, the ultimate solution to the discomfort caused to hands and wrists by driving in difficult conditions, so far difficult to solve.
PERFECTION IS CONTROL.Free your identity with just one colour. After the success of the black and white versions, Selle Italia has launched Smootape in a range of stunning colours and textures for maximum grip and customisation. All Smootape bar tapes ensure the perfect grip and are unique in eliminating imperfections caused by overlap to create a smoother finish. Exclusive international patent filed by Selle Italia (PATENT PENDING ITVI2010A000210). Smootape Gran Fondo: also with anti-vibration properties, its reinforced texture is ideal for long rides with a high level of comfort. Tough, easy to clean and replace.Weight: 50 gDimensions: 35x1800 mm
Selle Italia SG TapeThis handlebar tape features a PU foam construction, which provides you with a secure grip on the toughest of rides. Another benefit of its tacky material is it also dampens vibrations as you ride across uneven ground, including rough or paved asphalt. This means that the stresses and unpleasant vibrations that come with harsh terrains are taken away, so you can enjoy a smoother steering experience on your adventures. Weighing in at only 50g, this is a perfect choice of upgrade for riders who want to enjoy its fantastic grip without any excess weight. Features: Material: PU Foam Use: Road Dimensions: 35x1800mm Thickness: 2.5mm Weight: 50gBuy Selle Italia Components from Chain Reaction Cycles, the World's Largest Online Bike Store.
Selle Italia SMOO Classica Leather Bar TapeIt does not take much to transmit your own identity, just one colour is enough. After the success of the black and white versions, Selle Italia now offers Smootape in wide range of brilliant shades and performing textures to optimise grip and fully express the personality of whoever is in the saddle.All the Smootape tapes offer a perfect grip and they are only ones that eliminate the imperfactions from overlapping, ensuring that the taping is smooth thanks to the exclusive international patent deposited by Selle Italia (PATENT PENDING ITVI2010A000210).Features:Weight: 95gDimensions: 35x1800mmThickness: 2.5mmBuy Selle Italia Components from Chain Reaction Cycles, the World's Largest Online Bike Store.
Selle Italia Bar PadThis handlebar pad features a three-layer construction that's made up of gel, PU foam and Lyrca. Its gel layer helps to simulate the behaviour of a muscle by compressing and recovering in a few seconds back to its original shape. This means that you'll enjoy clocking up the miles, without suffering from hand strain or fatigue. In addition to its gel layer, this model is also equipped with PU foam and Lycra to help increase its softness. This allows you to benefit from last comfort and support on the longer road bike journeys. Features: Material: Gel, PU Foam and Lycra Use: Road Part Number: 0000000000158Buy Selle Italia Components from Chain Reaction Cycles, the World's Largest Online Bike Store.
Selle Italia Shock Absorber Kit Bar TapeDesigned to keep vibrations and shocks at a minimum, this superb Shock Absorber bar tape kit combines textured bar tape with triple layer gel bar pads to dampen the most severe vibrations around your hands. The SG-Tape is made up of a diamond-patterned top material for a breathable and grippy holding surface and its thick central foam layer provides quality cushioning for a truly ergonomic experience. Constructed using gel, polyurethane and Lycra, the bar pads offer a memory-foam like feel for unrivalled steering comfort. Features: Material: SG Tape: Lycra with Polyurethane (PU) Foam padding, Pads: Triple layer Gel Single or Pair: Pair (enough length for all drop bar sizes) Gel or Tape: Tape with PU Foam layer Bar End Plugs Included: Yes Buy Selle Italia Components from Chain Reaction Cycles, the World's Largest Online Bike Store.
Selle Italia Shock Absorber Kit Bar TapeDesigned to keep vibrations and shocks at a minimum, this superb Shock Absorber bar tape kit combines textured bar tape with triple layer gel bar pads to dampen the most severe vibrations around your hands. The SG-Tape is made up of a diamond-patterned top material for a breathable and grippy holding surface and its thick central foam layer provides quality cushioning for a truly ergonomic experience. Constructed using gel, polyurethane and Lycra, the bar pads offer a memory-foam like feel for unrivalled steering comfort. Features: Material: SG Tape: Lycra with Polyurethane (PU) Foam padding, Pads: Triple layer Gel Single or Pair: Pair (enough length for all drop bar sizes) Gel or Tape: Tape with PU Foam layer Bar End Plugs Included: Yes Buy Selle Italia Components from Chain Reaction Cycles, the World's Largest Online Bike Store.
Selle Italia SMOO Classica Leather Bar TapeIt does not take much to transmit your own identity, just one colour is enough. After the success of the black and white versions, Selle Italia now offers Smootape in wide range of brilliant shades and performing textures to optimise grip and fully express the personality of whoever is in the saddle.All the Smootape tapes offer a perfect grip and they are only ones that eliminate the imperfactions from overlapping, ensuring that the taping is smooth thanks to the exclusive international patent deposited by Selle Italia (PATENT PENDING ITVI2010A000210).Features:Weight: 95gDimensions: 35x1800mmThickness: 2.5mmBuy Selle Italia Components from Chain Reaction Cycles, the World's Largest Online Bike Store.
Selle Italia SMOO Classica Leather Bar TapeIt does not take much to transmit your own identity, just one colour is enough. After the success of the black and white versions, Selle Italia now offers Smootape in wide range of brilliant shades and performing textures to optimise grip and fully express the personality of whoever is in the saddle.All the Smootape tapes offer a perfect grip and they are only ones that eliminate the imperfactions from overlapping, ensuring that the taping is smooth thanks to the exclusive international patent deposited by Selle Italia (PATENT PENDING ITVI2010A000210).Features:Weight: 95gDimensions: 35x1800mmThickness: 2.5mmBuy Selle Italia Components from Chain Reaction Cycles, the World's Largest Online Bike Store.
Selle Italia SMOO Classica Leather Bar TapeIt does not take much to transmit your own identity, just one colour is enough. After the success of the black and white versions, Selle Italia now offers Smootape in wide range of brilliant shades and performing textures to optimise grip and fully express the personality of whoever is in the saddle.All the Smootape tapes offer a perfect grip and they are only ones that eliminate the imperfactions from overlapping, ensuring that the taping is smooth thanks to the exclusive international patent deposited by Selle Italia (PATENT PENDING ITVI2010A000210).Features:Weight: 95gDimensions: 35x1800mmThickness: 2.5mmBuy Selle Italia Components from Chain Reaction Cycles, the World's Largest Online Bike Store.
Selle Italia SMOOTAPE Corsa Bar TapeBringing you the best of both when it comes to riding comfort and high grip levels, the SMOOTAPE Corsa Bar Tape is the smart cyclist’s choice for regularly taking on endurance rides. Selle Italia has made it with a mix of EVA foam and cork, plus given it an asymmetrical hollow shape that dampens vibrations and provides a smooth overlap when wrapping it around your road bike’s handlebars. Available in a wide range of colours for showing off your individual style or for complementing your bike’s colouring, you can enjoy this tape all year round as it performs reliably in any type of weather.Features: Material: EVA foam and Cork Width: 35mm Length: 2x1800mm Thickness: 2.5mm Single or Pair: Pair Gel or Tape: Tape only Bar End Plugs Included: YesFinishing Strips Included: Yes Weight: 50gBuy Selle Italia Components from Chain Reaction Cycles, the World's Largest Online Bike Store.
Selle Italia SMOOTAPE Corsa Bar TapeBringing you the best of both when it comes to riding comfort and high grip levels, the SMOOTAPE Corsa Bar Tape is the smart cyclist’s choice for regularly taking on endurance rides. Selle Italia has made it with a mix of EVA foam and cork, plus given it an asymmetrical hollow shape that dampens vibrations and provides a smooth overlap when wrapping it around your road bike’s handlebars. Available in a wide range of colours for showing off your individual style or for complementing your bike’s colouring, you can enjoy this tape all year round as it performs reliably in any type of weather.Features: Material: EVA foam and Cork Width: 35mm Length: 2x1800mm Thickness: 2.5mm Single or Pair: Pair Gel or Tape: Tape only Bar End Plugs Included: YesFinishing Strips Included: Yes Weight: 50gBuy Selle Italia Components from Chain Reaction Cycles, the World's Largest Online Bike Store.