The Arundel Rubber Gecko combines foam cushioning with an outer layer of natural rubber to create a handlebar tape with a soft, tactile grip. The natural rubber surface has more give than Arundel's standard Gecko Grip, providing extra cushioning for your hands without feeling bulky. The tape wraps slightly thicker than the original Gecko Grip, which makes it a solid choice for rough roads, gravel, or cyclocross where you want additional padding between your hands and the bars.

The natural rubber construction sheds water and maintains grip in wet conditions, making this tape particularly useful for spring classics-style rides where you're dealing with rain, cold weather, or wet pavement. The material stays tacky when wet rather than becoming slippery like some tape materials do after prolonged exposure to moisture. When the tape gets dirty from road spray or mud, the rubber surface wipes clean with a damp cloth. The foam backing provides vibration damping while the rubber outer layer handles the grip duties.

Each set includes two rolls with enough length to wrap both sides of a drop handlebar plus plastic bar end plugs. The tape has limited stretch compared to some synthetic materials, so you'll want to maintain consistent tension as you wrap without pulling too hard. The pliable construction wraps tightly around bar curves and brake lever clamps without creating thick spots or gaps. At 86 grams per set, the weight sits in the middle range for cushioned handlebar tapes. If you're looking for something thinner with less cushioning, Arundel's standard Gecko Grip offers similar grip properties with a lower profile. The Rubber Gecko works well when comfort and all-weather traction are the priorities.