Put a sticker on it, let it take the rubbing instead of the frame.
MrNiceGuuyyy on
Clear stickers on amazon
PawnBoy on
You can buy rolls of “helicopter tape” (I think the idea is it protects rotor blades on helicopters). I cut sections of it to prevent rubbing from cables or straps at strategic locations on my frame. I think the brand I have is “RACERS TAPE”.
cowie71 on
Helicopter tape is what you need. Thick sellotape.
trtsmb on
I just live with it.
MastodonPristine8986 on
Bit of gaffer tape
LittleOrphanFunk on
“California cross” cable routing. Pretty much switching which housing stop you use for which shifter and crossing the cable under the down tube. It’ll keep the housing away from your head tube.
Rough-Jackfruit2306 on
Helicopter tape is the ideal, but honestly just some painter’s tape will work. Depends on how vain you are. My beater touring bike has this area wrapped in electrical tape, for example. Looks crass but works fine.
SecondHandWatch on
Good excuse for a new bike.
My_friends_are_toys on
They have clear decals for this
WhatTheFuqDuq on
You can get some rather thick transparent plastic stickers. Some are called stuff like “Bike armor” and similar. I have it on my frame where it’s exposed to cable rubbing and a long strip under the down tube to minimise rock chips.
Ok_Code8464 on
Electric tape
gcerullo on
3M makes a clear paint protection film that comes in rolls of various sizes. Something like this.
Buy the size you like and cut pieces appropriate for your needs.
Difficult_Trust1752 on
Only turn left
_letter_carrier_ on
i use silicone brake cable spiral wraps
jarliy on
1. Helicopter tape on the frame.
or
2. Wrap the cable with a piece of Velcro tape. Use the ‘hair’ side, not the ‘claws’ side.
Otherwise_Reviewed on
Go wireless s
Interesting_Tea5715 on
It’s not gonna do much damage. Just use spray detailer to get rid of the buildup.
Brimstone117 on
For everyone mentioning helicopter tape: why is it better than just boring old clear packing tape?
Hi_Im_Ken_Adams on
You can buy a roll of 3M PPF (paint protection film) on Amazon for cheap….the same stuff car enthusiasts use. I have PPF protecting my chainstays and underside of my frame.
marcus_aurelius420 on
Just head to a local bike shop and explain it and they’ll either sell you the correct “protection sticker” or tell ya where to get one
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Put a sticker on it, let it take the rubbing instead of the frame.
Clear stickers on amazon
You can buy rolls of “helicopter tape” (I think the idea is it protects rotor blades on helicopters). I cut sections of it to prevent rubbing from cables or straps at strategic locations on my frame. I think the brand I have is “RACERS TAPE”.
Helicopter tape is what you need. Thick sellotape.
I just live with it.
Bit of gaffer tape
“California cross” cable routing. Pretty much switching which housing stop you use for which shifter and crossing the cable under the down tube. It’ll keep the housing away from your head tube.
Helicopter tape is the ideal, but honestly just some painter’s tape will work. Depends on how vain you are. My beater touring bike has this area wrapped in electrical tape, for example. Looks crass but works fine.
Good excuse for a new bike.
They have clear decals for this
You can get some rather thick transparent plastic stickers. Some are called stuff like “Bike armor” and similar. I have it on my frame where it’s exposed to cable rubbing and a long strip under the down tube to minimise rock chips.
Electric tape
3M makes a clear paint protection film that comes in rolls of various sizes. Something like this.
https://www.amazon.ca/Clear-Paint-Protection-Vinyl-Film/dp/B0CJCQ8LFV/ref=asc_df_B0CJCQ8LFV
Buy the size you like and cut pieces appropriate for your needs.
Only turn left
i use silicone brake cable spiral wraps
1. Helicopter tape on the frame.
or
2. Wrap the cable with a piece of Velcro tape. Use the ‘hair’ side, not the ‘claws’ side.
Go wireless s
It’s not gonna do much damage. Just use spray detailer to get rid of the buildup.
For everyone mentioning helicopter tape: why is it better than just boring old clear packing tape?
You can buy a roll of 3M PPF (paint protection film) on Amazon for cheap….the same stuff car enthusiasts use. I have PPF protecting my chainstays and underside of my frame.
Just head to a local bike shop and explain it and they’ll either sell you the correct “protection sticker” or tell ya where to get one