How to Wrap Handlebars for Road Bikes

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Calvin Jones directs a complete walkthrough of wrapping road bars with bar tape. Includes wrap direction, getting past the brake lever, and taping the end, as well as some advanced tips for a professional finish.
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Video contents:
00:43 Tools Needed
01:07 Prep Work
03:43 Wrapping Process - Getting Started
06:10 Wrapping Process - Getting Past the Lever
09:03 Wrapping Process - Finishing the Wrap
11:09 Advanced Techniques
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• HBH-2 Handlebar Holder - www.parktool.com/product/handl...
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• UK-1 Utility Knife - www.parktool.com/product/utili...
• HMR-4 Shop Hammer - www.parktool.com/product/shop-...
• Handlebar Tape
• Finishing Pieces
• End Plugs
• Strapping tape to hold down housing (such as fiber tape)
• Finishing Tape (such as electrical tape)
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@JohnOConnell 4 роки тому

This Calvin is a master craftsman par excellence. This isn't a 'walk-through', it's a masterclass. Park Tools, be proud of this guy, I hope you pay him well, he must sell so many tools for you !!

@juliangrinblat955 Рік тому

He sold me hundreds of bucks worth of tools XD

@dogsbyfire 11 місяців тому

I have to admit that Park Tools is now my go-to source for anything bicycle related. If people like this will help me, there’s no point in shopping anywhere else.

@enriqueamaya3883 5 місяців тому

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@enriqueamaya3883 5 місяців тому

Follow JIesus Christ and he will transform your life. (your choice)Follow Jesus Christ and he will transform your life. (your choice)Follow Jesus Christ and your heart will never be empty again. (your choice)

@DaddySucrose 13 днів тому

Meanwhile sales guys taking in false dollars this man helps foment!!

@kdstoffel7574 2 роки тому

Calvin Jones is the Bob Ross of bicycles.

@oakleaman 3 дні тому

Calvin Jones is the best in this business. Clear. Concise. Friendly. Informative. Every video is a win.

@Dbdconnect 5 років тому

Watching this guy is like watching an artist painting a beautiful piece of artwork.

@TobiasSander 3 роки тому

He's the Bob Ross of tape wrapping

@bytemyshinymetalass 3 роки тому

@@TobiasSander Was thinking exactly the same thing. =D

@aroundoz 2 роки тому

Every time I wrap bars and it's not often I watch this video as a refresh. Best one on UKposts. And the reason I don't have to wrap my bars often is because I watch this video so my wrap job turns out pretty nice. I really don't understand the dislikes.

@cyberleaderandy1 Рік тому

The dislikes are probably jealousy 🤔

@godlikecat Рік тому

what dislikes

@djhofstra8849 2 місяці тому

dislikes are definitely from ppl who fucked up and are blaming this video 😂😂

@junkandcrapamen 5 років тому

OMG! "tack welding" electrical tape is absolute genius. This knowledge will change my life.

@MichaelMa 5 років тому

Instructions unclear. Carbon fiber is not just carbon powder. :D

@iamtoast3397 4 роки тому

Same! TFW you thought you knew all the tricks but you've got fifteen minutes to kill..! Also why had I never thought of that Sharpie trick?

@user-bf3yg4gh8u 4 роки тому

i actually put a electrical tape in my handgrips XDD

@V35pilot 2 роки тому

Searches YT for Handlebar Wrap videos - Sees many of them - then sees Calvin Jones of Park Tools. Found my video! Thank you for the great tips.

@futureshock7425 5 років тому

this is the greatest bike repair man ever, years of knowledge condensed into a 10 min video, he really deserves some UKposts lifetime achievement award

@jimx676 7 років тому

I think I just got my PhD in bar tape wrapping. I'm going to have to update the information on my business card now. Fantastic video.

@dpavlovsky 4 роки тому

Don't forget your cirriculum vitae.

@t_bizzy 3 роки тому

do you mind wrapping my bars for me?

@micklorenzsantiago111 3 роки тому

@@t_bizzy l

@t_bizzy 3 роки тому

@@micklorenzsantiago111 so can you?

@GermaniaceezTV 2 роки тому

Hahahaha tf

@ishaieb 3 роки тому

You know, I've been wrapping bar tape since Lemond and Fignon were hammering each other up Alpine cols so I thought I pretty well knew "everything there is to know" about this fairly mundane maintenance procedure. I must say this was the masterclass of bar - wrapping and the insider's tip of "tack welding" the finishing tape just about bowled me over. Superb.

@trackie1957 3 роки тому

Me, too, except it was Merckx and DeVlaeminck. Always pays to see how others do something you think you know!

@tamonicus 3 роки тому

Without exaggeration, this is the best instructional video I've seen on YT. The explanations are very precise and the video is framed perfectly. I've wrapped handlebars maybe a dozen times, but this time I know I'll do it right! Many thanks, and congratulations on a terrific video!

@ramono.8822 16 днів тому

8 years after you guys uploaded this, and I just finished my first ever handlebar wrap by myself using this video! Best tutorial out there!

@ChuckD59 7 років тому

After watching a few other wrapping videos, I think this just needs a mike drop at the end. Well done, Mr. Jones.

@bikermousefrommarz6739 Рік тому

6 Years later - and still the best video on Bar Wrapping. Thank you. 👍🏻

@jimbosavage 5 років тому

I watched until the end and I was like "holy crap that was a fifteen minute video???" the time just flew by.

@Rocky777 3 роки тому

Lol same

@mvp4617 3 роки тому

Same but im high as shit lol im about to wrap my bike handle

@mrichards55 3 роки тому

MVP how did the wrapping go bro?

@mvp4617 3 роки тому

@@mrichards55 I did a good job, proud of the result. It's super comfortable.

@drew9896 2 роки тому

@Black.Phillip 3 роки тому

This has to be the absolute BEST tape-wrapping tutorial I’ve seen in my life. Thanks, Calvin!

@gholam13 8 років тому

wow, this has to be the best video regarding bar tape. So many great tips!

@asrr62 8 років тому

+gholam13 yeah i say so too.

@EternumDarkness 7 років тому

same thinking.. despite his lame appearance at the start, he is one of the best explanators.

@keihoop1 7 років тому

gholam13 - couldn't agree more, this is literally the best Ive ever seen. The person commenting about His "lame appearance"? wtf...he is a legit Mechanic with immensely useful skill-sets and makes no effort to try and be anything other than helpful. You're spectacularly inappropriate and uncalled for.

@alfredovalencia3231 6 років тому

Rogerthat 👍

@anthonycard3355 6 років тому

Darkness Eternal your an ass wipe just like your name 🧐💩💩

@DaRapToRrR 2 роки тому

In the past few years I wrapped about ten different bicycles and every single time I'm watching this video so it's about time I said thank you! Thanks for the calm and clear instructions, saved me a lot of stress!

@lesleysmith5623 Рік тому

Calvin, you are a genius and born to instruct us mere mortals.

@macze2272 Рік тому

Long live Calvin! True patron of people born with two left hands.

@mattywattam599 7 років тому

These park tool maintenance videos are the best on UKposts, I used the videos to set up my cables for the first time and the amount of detail this guy goes into is insane compared to any of the other videos on here. He also explains it well to someone who has very little knowledge of bike maintenance. Thanks

@lawrencelibby3607 2 роки тому

Well done, sir. I've seen bars wrapped with the reverse direction technique, but I never knew there was a reason. Another reason not to use the figure 8 technique is that tape manufacturers aren't always particularly generous and you can get to the end and find your tape is too short.

@bloodonthesnow Рік тому

Calvin Jones is the Sheldon Brown of the UKposts era. Guy is a national treasure.

@rythymsection7335 3 роки тому

This dude is the Bob Ross of bar taping! Thank you...

@laydsimba Рік тому

Just followed along step-by-step and was successfully able to wrap my bars for the first time! Thanks Calvin for this amazing tutorial! This is the best channel on UKposts.

@skins-n-strings 7 років тому

This is the best professional instructor training that explains in detail how to wrap handlebars the correct way. The pinstripe finishing technique is a bonus feature. Thank You!

@ChrisThompsonphotography 5 років тому

Agreed.

@Clint_the_Audio-Photo_Guy Рік тому

Nice comprehensive tutorial. I just came here to remember which direction the tape rotates. I haven't wrapped bars for about 10 years, but I was a bike mechanic in the early 90's. Always good for a refresher. Now, off to go wrap my bars, ha.

@suninwest9640 3 роки тому

Getting a used road bike (my first road bike) with sticky / dirty white tape. Came here to see how to replace it. My goodness. I wish Mr Jones was my teacher at school. Amazing level of detail and very easy to follow. Thank you.

@jbfederline 5 років тому

This video is pure gold. I've never done this before, and it turned out great. Just setup the repair stand in my living room, started this up, and paused it at each step as I did it. No other video here on this topic helped me as much as this one.

@oov55 3 роки тому

Calvin is thorough and clear and concise. He presents so much better than others. Thanks Calvin.

@chrisjfowler7 7 місяців тому

Just a wonderful teacher giving an amazing tutor Al. So glad I found this

@deefmill 5 місяців тому

every other year or so... you have to this job - the best instruction I've seen. And every other year or so... I return to this vid because I forget these details each time!

@hausfrauroisin655 2 роки тому

This is excellent. Experts in any walk of life are a joy to watch in action and Mr. Jones is an expert.

@glennocean1586 3 роки тому

Only 5% of us are the real pros at what we do, passionate about our craft, always grow, can do the work, and teach others. Calvin, thank you for being a PRO! Thank you for the video!

@Dustii91 Рік тому

I'm still nervous trying this. But now I'm commuting I have to commit this weekend 100% and get it right. Thank you for your guides, they are absolutely priceless

@Dustii91 Рік тому

Went well! Perfect☺️☺️

@freeridefried 2 роки тому

Best tutorial on wrapping in the entire internet

@blakedecker9265 2 роки тому

Thank so much Calvin! I typically don't try to do stuff like this on my own and ask the local cycle shop to do it. When I bought the tape the owner of the shop encouraged me to give it a try. I found this video on UKposts and it was a snap. Calvin walks through the process well. His delivery cadence is excellent, very easy to follow along. Great work Calvin! God bless and peace.

@DilbertMuc 5 років тому

Finally a real professional telling us how it is done really professionally. Great help, thank's a lot. :)

@domgodin75 6 місяців тому

I had to change my handlebars and had to learn how to tape them. I bought a rather thick tape for extra comfort on my gravel bike and the detailed instructions were absolutely perfect. Thank you!

@sbullar 6 років тому

Finally a video on bar tape wrapping done right. There are so many video's on youtube that say to wrap to the inside on both sides, and that all pro mechanics do it that way. Mr. Jones does a great job in explaining and showing how to do it. People can wrap their bars any way they want to but i think this is the best procedure.

@northscott 3 роки тому

Some great tips and method 3 is a revelation. I've just replaced my tape following this video and the bars have never looked so good. Thanks to Calvin and Park Tools.

@kma5699 7 років тому

I didn't know Frank Zappa's cousin worked at Park Tools!!! How cool is that?

@mplsmark4132 5 років тому

Mr. Jones is very cool.

@paulopinkel1861 5 років тому

Tom Ritchey must be their cousin ;-)

@ericjacobsen6901 5 років тому

A compliment to both!

@glennoc8585 5 років тому

Anthony keidis in a few years

@pliccut 5 років тому

k ma One is a wizard with bar tape the other was a wizard with guitar strings.

@visionare7641 6 місяців тому

Park tools are solid. Park Tool vids are solid. Enough said.

@MihaiRUdeRO 9 місяців тому

I think I watched this video years and years ago when I first wrapped my handlebars. It's such a good, clear and concise video that my tape job was so good it lasted me something like over 5 years, I'm finally changing it just for cosmetic reasons lmao

@mehulgandhi8 5 років тому

I was pretty much affraid of non-adhesive tapes before buying it. With this video I'm now confident enough of handling it well. Also, the direction of wrapping the tape is something I have come across quite new to me & realized it is the real key in this technique. Thanks for making this video. I conclude that the direction of wrapping is the real key which you taught in this video. Thanks much.

@lukonium Рік тому

I watched this and have wrapped my handlebars, The procedure and tips are incredibly helpful. Especially the explanation about the forces exerted by the cyclist and the direction of wrap. Thank you very much Calvin Jones!

@wanderingpanda6556 10 місяців тому

2 years later and I still refer to this vid lol. Tucking the tape into the bar ends always messed me up. I mean it’s clean but I know where I didn’t tuck it in as good as I could have, and it’s all I can see 😂. Plus I always forget which way to cut the tape at the end. I’m glad UKposts doesn’t forget!

@stevesurfaro 2 роки тому

The BEST bar tape instruction ever! CCW Left; Clockwise right; "Tac welding" the electrical finishing tape is another nice touch.

@smokeycanuck8058 2 роки тому

Your videos are excellent, well filmed and narrated so it's clear for the part-time garage mechanic like me.

@joeythefoxxo 3 роки тому

Absolutely perfect. Got my bar wrap done in 5 minutes and saved me so much time and money rather than get it done at a shop. Could not have turned out any better. Thank you.

@bitelogger Рік тому

guys, your videos are one of the best from all internet, kudos for the patience and great work!

@cdmilham 3 роки тому

When it comes to instructional bike maintenance videos, Calvin Jones is THE MAN

@tezzamezza 4 роки тому

Wow. I can't believe this video is 16 mins long and it had me glued to it as if I was watching the opening scene of Top Gun on repeat as a kid! Fantastic video. Thank you so much! I now have the confidence to try this on my own and know that I'm doing a good job! Thank you, thank you, thank you!

@richardcorbin8079 4 роки тому

Great video. Wrapped like a pro on my first try. The derailure adjustment videos (front and rear) are excellent as well. No nonsense, expert teaching by Calvin. Way to go Park Tools.

@lucasflorianuebing9150 Рік тому

Best video on wrapping handlebars. All other videos I have seen so far wrap into the wrong direction on the upper part of the handlebar.

@DenverTide Рік тому

I told the mechanic at my LBS that I wanted to wrap my own bars. He told me to find the Park Tool video on UKposts so here I am.

@tommanos2596 5 років тому

Awesome videos. You helped me rebuild my road bike and this helped with the finishing touch. My Park Tools collection will be growing.

@AmareshJoshi 7 років тому

great video! i liked how you explained why the rotation should be in different directions on the different parts of the bar.

@roxy4877 3 роки тому

40 years of cycling and this dudes vid is the best thing I’ve seen on this subject.

@lawrencejones8170 3 роки тому

I had to think about it. I've been doing this 46 years. Woh, I'm old. lol

@rolandoinductivo8013 Рік тому

years of wrapping my tape never thought of reversing the top. thanks for this great video

@fourkray4825 4 роки тому

By far and a mile the best tutorial online for wrapping your bars, thank you.

@smarty8772 5 років тому

I've watched a few videos on Wrapping Bar Tape, and this is by far the best video I've watched.. Well done guys

@Suzzallo Рік тому

Never thought wrapping could have so much tricky things...thank you!

@lazerific 2 роки тому

Calvin Jones you are the King!!!

@Sooperhans3636 7 років тому

That was great. That guy is a wonderful teacher.

@tarawalker4805 2 роки тому

Thanks for this. A wonderful presentation. My husband has just done his first bar tape wrapping - on 3T Biomorph bars just to keep things simple, and following your guidance it has come out really well. Only problem now is that night has descended and frost is on the ground. He’ll have to wait until tomorrow to give it a spin. Cheers from Luxembourg.

@MrCowen2 2 роки тому

I have made a mess of this so many times. Thank you for this video. Its really helpful. I don't have anymore excuses.

@TheGiuli128 3 роки тому

This guy is a DOCTOR

@bikedawg 7 років тому

This is a great video that explains everything very well. Most of the others do not tell you the whys. Thank you very much!!

@bobcho093 5 років тому

Thank you for this lesson! I had to do it for the first time and following your steps helped me do a pretty good job.

@Njabuloish 8 місяців тому

What a legend. Thank you for this brilliant piece of functional artistry.

@sguenette65 9 місяців тому

Everything you need to know about wrapping tape. No fluff. Great camera angles. Outstanding quality content every time. Got me to buy a bunch of this brand of tools in the process…

@wkrbtg9 6 років тому

Absolutely the best video on wrapping a handlebar I have ever seen.

@oneplusbike6907 5 років тому

Thanks for this great tutorial. I just figured out why my bar tape is coming of so quickly. Good tip on the direction depending on which way your hand torques the tape. Love it! Thanks. Keep up the great content! I tell people to check out your channel all the time for how to videos!

@tomstricklin3409 3 роки тому

I’ve wrapped handlebars for forty years, now I do it right because of Calvin Jones and Park tool.

@mattgreen5351 11 місяців тому

Just wrapped my bars and, of course, came to Calvin first. He's a mastermind of clear instruction. Thanks!

@imPhungHoangD 6 років тому

Wow , Everything he shows is very thoughtful , and clearly purpose of first step is line up for second - 5 stars master

@DanHoopes211 3 роки тому

Excellent video. The only trick I would add is to use some of that strapping tape where the finishing tape goes as the first layer. Just two times around. It's very thin, but it holds tension much better and does not slowly unravel like black tape (or mfg provided finishing tape) does when it is put under tension. Then just cover the tight strapping tape with black tape but use zero tension. That way it does not slowly creep and expose the adhesive that all of us hate. Makes the tack welding spoke trick unnecessary, cool as it is.

@peternajduk7841 Рік тому

I wish Calvin did every instruction video in the world.

@fritz2394 8 місяців тому

1st time at it, with Cinelli tape. I used Method 3 and got a clean wrap. It did take me a couple tries not to run out of tape. Tension was key. It did seem easier to go with the adhesive protect strip removed from the start. Time will tell. Thanks Calvin.

@w.patterson4413 5 років тому

Nice job. For years I've put up with crappy wrap jobs - my own AND others. The key takeaway on this is to wrap the upper bar in the opposite direction from the lower. Since I ride on the top, or hoods, almost all the time, my wraps just don't last. Thanks!

@w6263 5 років тому

Thank you for the video most appreciated. Now I can wrap my bars and know I'm doing it right and how to start and end well. Quality!

@georghuesk1611 4 місяці тому

How many sim racers watching this video? This is awesome, you're a master, thank you

@billskolnik4908 2 роки тому

This is why I ALWAYS buy Park Tools.

@itslibbyk 6 років тому

Thank you so much! Will be wrapping my bars for the first time and this is the best video!

@blazedxjan 7 років тому

This was way more informative than expected. Awesome work!

@tbrowniscool 5 років тому

As a new road cyclist I had no idea how to wrap tape, but fuck me this all makes sense and is not something trial and error will teach you in a few years.

@Mike-up6go 2 роки тому

Kudos to Park Tool for making all of these instructional videos. You guys keep making videos and I will keep buying Park Tools to show my support. Its a wrap . LOL Pun intended.

@abdulraniahmad5439 2 роки тому

i have no idea how i ended here but after watching this video, it gave a whole new meaning in doing something passionately no matter what profession youre in …

@Risgey 8 років тому

You know your stuff! Thanks for the great tutorial!

@KentArnsbarger 6 років тому

this was playing right next to me when I was wrapping my 1st set of bars yesterday. Thanks!!

@rayhenderson5669 2 роки тому

@jonathanfriedlander8563 10 місяців тому

Calvin is the Grandmaster of "everything cycles " Thanks Calvin!

@andywegner2633 8 місяців тому

Truly a master class! Super informative.

@briantomkins9183 5 років тому

As ever, another mini master class!

@MusabTahaTarik 7 років тому

you re amazing! IMO you re the best on teaching bar tapes

@SandraAnnEvans 3 роки тому

WONDERFUL AND COMPLETE GUIDE TO HANDLEBAR TAPING! THANK YOU! CLEAR, IN SYNC WITH NARRATION, JUST THE NECESSARY INFORMATION!

@iwinguy1195 Рік тому

Out of all the videos on wrapping this is the #1 video I used to wrap my handlebars. Thank you for the tutorial. 😁🤙🏽

@naujaral2131 7 років тому

thank you for explaining it all so well and not running thru the process, great job ! :)

@antonbanks8303 5 років тому

Excellent instructions! The new tape I put on both my drop and aero bars looks pretty good! I'll add one thing. I used a bit of this stuff called Tommy Tape for finishing. It's a self fusing adhesive strip that doesn't get gummy over time.