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Bar Tape South Africa

Upgrade your comfort, control and confidence with premium bar tape from Olympic Cycles. We stock a wide range of road bike and gravel handlebar tape designed to improve grip, reduce vibration and enhance every ride, whether you're training, racing or exploring new roads.

Choose from leading cycling brands offering lightweight, durable and high-performance bar tape in a variety of colours, textures and cushioning levels to suit your riding style and bike setup. Whether you're replacing worn tape or customising your cockpit, you'll find the perfect option for improved comfort and control.

Browse our collection of genuine cycling bar tape and enjoy expert advice, competitive pricing and fast nationwide delivery throughout South Africa.

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LizardSkin Dsp Bar Tape V2 2.5Mm Cool Grey

Lizard
R 750.00 - R 750.00
R 750.00
R 750.00 - R 750.00
R 750.00

Giant Handlebar Tape Stratus Lite 3.0 Fade Blue

Giant
R 655.00 - R 655.00
R 655.00
R 655.00 - R 655.00
R 655.00

Pro Handlebar Tape Silicone Sport Control Red

Pro
R 330.00 - R 330.00
R 330.00
R 330.00 - R 330.00
R 330.00

Guee Handlebar Tape Dazzle Reflective Geometry

Guee
R 925.00 - R 925.00
R 925.00
R 925.00 - R 925.00
R 925.00

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Arundel Handle Bar Tape Art Gecko Grey

Arundel
R 850.00
R 850.00 - R 850.00
R 850.00
R 595.00
R 595.00 - R 595.00
R 595.00

LizardSkin Dsp Bar Tape V2 2.5Mm

Lizard
R 740.00 - R 740.00
R 740.00
R 740.00 - R 740.00
R 740.00

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Arundel Pave Gecko Bar Tape Grey

Arundel
R 570.00
R 570.00 - R 570.00
R 570.00
R 380.00
R 380.00 - R 380.00
R 380.00

Avalanche Bar Tape Core

Avalanche
R 160.00 - R 160.00
R 160.00
R 160.00 - R 160.00
R 160.00

Deda Handle bar Tape Pink Panther

Deda
R 295.00 - R 295.00
R 295.00
R 295.00 - R 295.00
R 295.00

LizardSkin Dsp Bar Tape V2 2.5mm Sky Blue

Lizard
R 750.00 - R 750.00
R 750.00
R 750.00 - R 750.00
R 750.00

Increased shock absorption and excellent durability Includes 2: Bar Tape, Finish Strips, Clamp Covers, and Screw In Plugs 2.5 mm – Weight: 7...

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Itm Handlebar Tape Eva (itm Logo Embossed)

ITM
R 400.00 - R 450.00
R 400.00 - R 450.00
R 400.00 - R 450.00
R 400.00

Guee Handlebar Tape Dazzle

Guee
R 925.00 - R 925.00
R 925.00
R 925.00 - R 925.00
R 925.00

Deda Handle bar Tape Gun Barrel Grey

Deda
R 295.00 - R 295.00
R 295.00
R 295.00 - R 295.00
R 295.00

Deda Handle bar Tape Camel

Deda
R 295.00 - R 295.00
R 295.00
R 295.00 - R 295.00
R 295.00

Pro Pursuit Bar Tape Gloss Black 3MM

Pro
R 700.00 - R 700.00
R 700.00
R 700.00 - R 700.00
R 700.00

Giant Bar Tape Eco Stratus Pro 2.0 Black

Giant
R 800.00 - R 800.00
R 800.00
R 800.00 - R 800.00
R 800.00

Comfortable hand feel with secure grip All-new PU material has a service life of more than 3 years Ultra-light high-density foam backing made fro...

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LizardSkin Dsp Bar Tape V2 2.5Mm Crimson Red

Lizard
R 750.00 - R 750.00
R 750.00
R 750.00 - R 750.00
R 750.00

LizardSkin Dsp Bar Tape V2 3.2Mm Jet Black

Lizard
R 825.00 - R 825.00
R 825.00
R 825.00 - R 825.00
R 825.00

Itm Handlebar Tape Cork (itm Logo Embossed)

ITM
R 300.00 - R 300.00
R 300.00
R 300.00 - R 300.00
R 300.00

Pro Pursuit Sport Bar Tape Black 3MM

Shimano
R 345.00 - R 345.00
R 345.00
R 345.00 - R 345.00
R 345.00

LizardSkin Dsp Bar Tape V2 3.2Mm

Lizard
R 775.00 - R 775.00
R 775.00
R 775.00 - R 775.00
R 775.00

Lizard Skins DSP V2 Bar Tape – 3.2 mm The DSP V2 (3.2 mm) is designed for riders who want a balance of comfort, control, and durability — ideal ...

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Pro Handle Bar Tape Smart Sillicon White

Pro
R 340.00 - R 340.00
R 340.00
R 340.00 - R 340.00
R 340.00

LizardSkin Dsp Bar Tape V2 4.6Mm Jet Black (CN)

Lizard
R 810.00 - R 810.00
R 810.00
R 810.00 - R 810.00
R 810.00

Pro Peaked Bar Tape Cork Black 2.5MM

Pro
R 295.00 - R 295.00
R 295.00
R 295.00 - R 295.00
R 295.00

PRO Peaked Bar Tape Cork Black 2.5mm What Is It? The PRO Peaked Bar Tape Cork Black 2.5mm is a road bike handlebar tape designed to improve g...

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Guee Handlebar Tape SL Dual

Guee
R 690.00 - R 690.00
R 690.00
R 690.00 - R 690.00
R 690.00

The Guee SL Dual is a superlight, race-oriented handlebar tape that blends performance, durability, and bold dual-colour styling. It’s one of Guee’...

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Easton Handle Bar Tape Microfiber Yellow

Easton
R 595.00 - R 595.00
R 595.00
R 595.00 - R 595.00
R 595.00

The Easton Microfiber Handlebar Tape (Yellow) is a performance-focused cockpit upgrade designed for riders who want a balance of grip, comfort, and...

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Easton Handle Bar Tape Microfiber Green

Easton
R 510.00 - R 510.00
R 510.00
R 510.00 - R 510.00
R 510.00

The Easton Microfiber Handlebar Tape (Green) is a performance-driven option for riders who want reliable grip, vibration damping, and a clean cockp...

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Guee Handlebar Tape Tracer Iced Black

Guee
R 610.00 - R 610.00
R 610.00
R 610.00 - R 610.00
R 610.00

The Guee Tracer Iced Black bar tape sits in Guee’s Attitude series, combining a distinctive “iced” textured finish with performance-focused comfort...

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LizardSkin Dsp Bar Tape V2 2.5Mm Carbon

Lizard
R 795.00 - R 795.00
R 795.00
R 795.00 - R 795.00
R 795.00

???? What it is A premium handlebar tape designed to improve: Grip Comfort Vibration damping Overall cockpit feel It’s a step u...

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Lizard Ultra Bar Tape 3.5Mm

Lizard
R 775.00 - R 775.00
R 775.00
R 775.00 - R 775.00
R 775.00

???? What this is Lizard Skins DSP Ultra Handlebar Tape A premium wrap used on drop handlebars (road bikes, gravel bikes, cyclocross) to improv...

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Colnago Handlebar Tape Grip

Colnago
R 690.00 - R 690.00
R 690.00
R 690.00 - R 690.00
R 690.00

  Colnago Handlebar Tape is a premium road cycling cockpit accessory designed to improve grip, comfort, and control by wrapp...

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Supacaz Prizmatik Tape Lazer Rambo

Supacaz
R 799.00 - R 799.00
R 799.00
R 799.00 - R 799.00
R 799.00

Supacaz Bar Tape Super Sticky Kush Galaxy - White Stars

Supacaz
R 799.00 - R 799.00
R 799.00
R 799.00 - R 799.00
R 799.00

Supacaz Bling Bar Tape - Oil Slick

Supacaz
R 799.00 - R 799.00
R 799.00
R 799.00 - R 799.00
R 799.00

Lizard Ultra Bar Tape 1.9Mm

Lizard
R 690.00 - R 690.00
R 690.00
R 690.00 - R 690.00
R 690.00

 What it is A premium, ultra-thin performance bar tape designed for: Maximum road feedback Strong grip in all conditions Lightweight r...

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Ryder Handlebar Tape Gel Black

Ryder
R 270.00 - R 270.00
R 270.00
R 270.00 - R 270.00
R 270.00

 What it actually offers Material: PU (polyurethane) Lightweight and durable More resistant to wear than cork-style tapes Easier to cl...

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Deda Handlebar Tape Presa Black/White

Deda
R 690.00 - R 690.00
R 690.00
R 690.00 - R 690.00
R 690.00

Deda Handlebar Tape Presa Black/White What Is It? The Deda Presa Handlebar Tape Black/White is a premium road cycling handlebar tape designed...

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Ryder Handlebar Tape Cork Black

Ryder
R 185.00 - R 185.00
R 185.00
R 185.00 - R 185.00
R 185.00

Ryder Cork Handlebar Tape – Black Upgrade your cockpit comfort with the Ryder Cork Handlebar Tape in Black. Built for everyday performance, this...

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Ryder Handlebar Tape Gripper Black

Ryder
R 340.00 - R 340.00
R 340.00
R 340.00 - R 340.00
R 340.00

Material: PU (polyurethane) outer with gel layer Grip: Designed to stay tacky in dry and wet conditions Comfort: Built-in gel reduces roa...

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Guee Handlebar Tape Sio Dura Silicon

Guee
R 775.00 - R 775.00
R 775.00
R 775.00 - R 775.00
R 775.00

Guee Handlebar Tape Attitude Fade

Guee
R 610.00 - R 610.00
R 610.00
R 610.00 - R 610.00
R 610.00

The Guee Attitude Fade bar tape is where performance meets standout aesthetics. It’s part of Guee’s eco-focused Attitude range, combining modern gr...

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LizardSkins Ultra Bar Tape 2.7Mm

Lizard
R 740.00 - R 740.00
R 740.00
R 740.00 - R 740.00
R 740.00

 What it is A premium handlebar tape designed for road, gravel, and cyclocross bikes (i.e., drop bars), focused on grip, comfort, and durability...

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LizardSkin Dsp Bar Tape V2 2.5Mm Jet Black

Lizard
R 795.00 - R 795.00
R 795.00
R 795.00 - R 795.00
R 795.00

The Lizard Skins DSP Bar Tape V2 features an updated pattern, improved polymer compound, and a new screw-in bar plug for a cleaner, more secure fin...

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Giant Rim Tape Tubeless 23MM

Giant
R 330.00 - R 330.00
R 330.00
R 330.00 - R 330.00
R 330.00

Giant Handlebar Tape Stratus Flex 2.0

Giant
R 500.00 - R 500.00
R 500.00
R 500.00 - R 500.00
R 500.00

he Giant Bicycles Stratus Flex 2.0 Handlebar Tape is a performance-oriented road cycling bar tape designed to improve grip, comfort, and control in...

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Pro Handlebar Tape Silicon Black

Pro
R 340.00 - R 340.00
R 340.00
R 340.00 - R 340.00
R 340.00

Guee Handlebar Tape Attitude Phantom Black

Guee
R 610.00 - R 610.00
R 610.00
R 610.00 - R 610.00
R 610.00

The Guee Attitude Phantom Black is a premium, comfort-focused handlebar tape designed for riders who want a clean all-black look with reliable grip...

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Factor Handlebar Tape Premium

Factor
R 680.00 - R 680.00
R 680.00
R 680.00 - R 680.00
R 680.00

The Factor Premium Handlebar Tape is a high-end finishing touch for road and gravel bikes, delivering a refined balance of grip, comfort, and durab...

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is bar tape used for? +
Bar tape wraps around road and gravel bike handlebars to improve grip, increase comfort, reduce vibration and provide better control while riding.
How often should I replace my bar tape? +
Most cyclists replace bar tape when it becomes worn, slippery, torn or loses its cushioning. Frequent riders may replace it every few months, while recreational riders often replace it annually.
What is the best bar tape for road cycling? +
The best bar tape depends on your riding style. Thicker tape offers greater comfort and vibration damping for endurance rides, while thinner tape provides a more direct feel and lighter weight.
Can bar tape be used on gravel bikes? +
Yes. Bar tape is ideal for gravel bikes, with many riders choosing thicker or more cushioned tape to improve comfort and reduce hand fatigue on rough terrain.
Does Olympic Cycles sell bar tape in South Africa? +
Olympic Cycles stocks a wide range of genuine bar tape for road and gravel bikes, offering premium options from leading cycling brands with fast nationwide delivery across South Africa.