For the extra padding how about 'Marsas' bar pads...see it here
http://www.wallbike.com/
Nic Henderson
Newport
U.K
> I've got two bars to wrap soon, and I've not done this too many times
> before. Got some great suggestions stashed away from you on the list.
>
> For a bit of extra 'padding', can anyone suggest a suitable material ?
> One of the bars is the Leather coming from Tom, and I doubt it will need
> any cushioning, but the second is using the super thin 'plastic' tape
> (Benotto brand), so some extra under the tape could be nice.
>
> I recall a product that was a few mm thick, came in a roll, and wrapped
> on underneath the tape - but I can't find it any longer. Anyone have
> any household/garage material that works well (but doesnt build up the
> diameter of the bar TOO much) ??
>
> thanks
>
> Rich Pinder
> Van Nuys, CA