Aldo Ross wrote:
>
(sinp)
> There's blue tape wrapped around the toestrap below the buckle, >where it rubs against the pedal cage...
>helps keep the toestrap upright, makes it easier to get your shoe
>in.
Actually the tape covers the lower metal connection to the buckle and keeps it from digging into the shoe and foot and making the side of your foot sore; it's a comfort thing, padding. The tape is above the pedal cage...
Chuck Schmidt
South Pasadena, California
http://www.velo-retro.com (NEW list of reprints and T-shirts)