What is Leather Tape?
On the surface, the concept of leather tape might seem like overkill. What’s wrong with plain old duct tape? But don’t tell that to thousands of bike riders who have come to rely on leather to encase their handlebars. The leather tape on handlebars is usually beveled to provide a better grip, especially in wet weather, and it can stand up to moisture for many years. Most leather handlebar tape comes with a single joint in each piece, sewn diagonally. It is offered in a variety of colors, and the surface can be embossed. Leather tape is basically just a very thin strip of leather to which an adhesive has been applied on one side. Because it is obviously more expensive than common tape made from synthetic materials, its uses are largely limited to scenarios where durability and wear — especially when there is exposure to the elements — are an issue. Several companies in India and China are the world’s primary suppliers of leather strapping tape used to bind large loads. Sometimes used
