Guest PogArt Artur Posted May 2, 2019 Share Posted May 2, 2019 I've received today a greater coarse grip tape from eBay. I'm off today,so I've replaced the previous standard grip tape... I didn't cut out the stripes to fit the underneath original rubber this time. I think that rubber is lessen the grip while its get wet, I'm not so sure about it, this is only what I think after riding in wet conditions... I felt my shoes sliding a bit easier over the pedals, if it's rain... So this time I've covered whole surface with the greater coarse grip tape. I'm planning also fit three spikes (yes..,I decided to try them out @Rehab1 ) at each pedal (spikes on their way). One at the front, one aside and last on at the heel spot (just few as you do @Scatcat ). It's meant to give me some extra grip,in case the dirt will lay over the tape reducing the grip, so the spikes will give me that extra points to keep the feet in place why dealing with kerbs or anything unexpected. Don't get me wrong. I'm far away of bonding my boots to the pedals, and risking accident, by not being able to jump off the wheel in emergency. The spikes are little ones, will be fixed at three spots only, nothing more than this. https://rover.ebay.com/rover/0/0/0?mpre=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ebay.co.uk%2Fulk%2Fitm%2F173562392592 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest PogArt Artur Posted May 3, 2019 Share Posted May 3, 2019 It was rain this morning, so I could tried the grip I'm pleased to say I felt improved grip straight away. The grip tape did bond the boots firmly, and I felt more stable then. This is the grip tape I'll use from now on. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RoadRunner Posted May 3, 2019 Share Posted May 3, 2019 A little tip, dont put too much money in your wheel because pretty soon you will want an upgrade with more range and more speed. So keep that money for your next wheel. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stephen Posted May 3, 2019 Share Posted May 3, 2019 2 hours ago, PogArt Artur said: It was rain this morning, so I could tried the grip I'm pleased to say I felt improved grip straight away. The grip tape did bond the boots firmly, and I felt more stable then. This is the grip tape I'll use from now on. I don't think you'll need the spikes tbh r2😊 The grip tape looks good you've done a good job , you should have some left over for your next wheel maybe 😁 You'll be more confident going over stuff now Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest PogArt Artur Posted May 3, 2019 Share Posted May 3, 2019 2 hours ago, Roadrunner said: A little tip, dont put too much money in your wheel because pretty soon you will want an upgrade with more range and more speed. So keep that money for your next wheel. It's very true @Roadrunner ... I've just met @stephen yesterday on his MSX ... The tears were coming up to my eyes, seeing his massive.., impressive wheel next to my little E+ He can go places, I can go town and back only I'm not investing much money on the E+, though. All I was after is to improve the grip, as I feel unsafe riding it over the pavement's cracks, and getting my feet moving slightly every time and then. This is why I've improved the pedals only, with super coarse grip tape, and single spike fitted at the heel area. End of story No more improvements, all what I were after is done Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest PogArt Artur Posted May 3, 2019 Share Posted May 3, 2019 1 hour ago, stephen said: I don't think you'll need the spikes tbh r2😊 The grip tape looks good you've done a good job , you should have some left over for your next wheel maybe 😁 You'll be more confident going over stuff now You've made my day calling me R2 Thank you, I love it The grip tape is great @stephen ! I'm amazed after today's rainy riding ! I even felt encouraged to get on the (half raised) kerbs today! Wow! I could feel the greater grip to the pedals, so I knew my boots won't slide, if I approach the kerb To be honest, I nearly did dare to challenge full raised kerb, but have changed my mind... It's because it was many cars around, and I simply didn't like to fall off next to those watchers around me ... It was safe place, side street, so no risk of running me car over, but the shame if I fell, lol I've received spikes today @stephen , and I decided to fix one spike only at the heel. I'm sliding feet offside a bit while making sharp turns,to support balance. I think I wouldn't be able to do so any more, if I placed two more spikes at a front and a side, as I planned previously... The "heel" spike will add that "extra" grip, and won't affect movement of front of the foot at all, left or right, I'll be able to do so, as at present... I'll try it out tomorrow Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rehab1 Posted May 3, 2019 Share Posted May 3, 2019 On 5/2/2019 at 12:35 PM, PogArt Artur said: I'm planning also fit three spikes (yes..,I decided to try them out @Rehab1 ) at each pedal (spikes on their way). I feel much better now. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest PogArt Artur Posted May 3, 2019 Share Posted May 3, 2019 4 minutes ago, Rehab1 said: I feel much better now. Hahahahaa !!!! hahahaaaaaa !!! Lol @Rehab1 , that grio tape feels amazing , it's all I wanted But the devil inside me did whisper to my ear - put at least one ! My free will is so weak , you see , lol hahahaaa I love those little improvements, they're working well for me I promise @Rehab1 , no more spikes fitted! It's simply not necessary at all, having super coarse grip tape on Best regards! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rehab1 Posted May 3, 2019 Share Posted May 3, 2019 5 minutes ago, PogArt Artur said: I promise @Rehab1 , no more spikes fitted! It's simply not necessary at all, having super coarse grip tape on See my prayers worked! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest PogArt Artur Posted May 3, 2019 Share Posted May 3, 2019 45 minutes ago, Rehab1 said: See my prayers worked! hahahaaaa Yes indeed the prayers did work , lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest PogArt Artur Posted May 4, 2019 Share Posted May 4, 2019 As you know, I were about to try my improvements today, the new super coarse grip tape, AND the single spike fitted at the heel I'm very pleased after this morning's commute! The spike existence hasn't affected anything at all.., as I was a bit worry, that the spike might affect my getting off the wheel - not at all ! To me, it's like not having it fitted at all, which is what I wanted ! All perfect I'm very happy after this morning's ride Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stephen Posted May 4, 2019 Share Posted May 4, 2019 3 hours ago, PogArt Artur said: As you know, I were about to try my improvements today, the new super coarse grip tape, AND the single spike fitted at the heel I'm very pleased after this morning's commute! The spike existence hasn't affected anything at all.., as I was a bit worry, that the spike might affect my getting off the wheel - not at all ! To me, it's like not having it fitted at all, which is what I wanted ! All perfect I'm very happy after this morning's ride You can't beat extra grip I'm glad your happy with your results Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest PogArt Artur Posted May 4, 2019 Share Posted May 4, 2019 8 minutes ago, stephen said: You can't beat extra grip I'm glad your happy with your results Cheers @stephen ! Probably I'm happy with my customisation, as much as you are with your geys... oh!, pardon me! I mean PEDALS Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stephen Posted May 4, 2019 Share Posted May 4, 2019 1 minute ago, PogArt Artur said: Cheers @stephen ! Probably I'm happy with my customisation, as much as you are with your geys... oh!, pardon me! I mean PEDALS Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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