Moisture management matters when your palms sweat during sustained efforts. The Tempo Microtex Bondcush Soft from Fizik uses a matte outer surface that wicks perspiration away from your hands rather than trapping it against synthetic material. The silky finish stays consistent whether your hands are dry or damp, preventing the slick feeling that develops when smooth tape gets wet. This 3mm tape bonds polymer foam padding to moisture-absorbing Microtex material, creating cushioning that dampens vibration without compromising grip when conditions change. The construction layers foam through the center of the tape where contact pressure concentrates, absorbing impacts before they transfer to your palms and wrists.

The Soft touch finish distinguishes this tape from Fizik's Classic version, which uses perforated texture. Here you get uniform surface contact without raised patterns or perforations, distributing pressure evenly across your palms. The foam core absorbs road buzz before it reaches your hands, particularly effective on rough pavement or gravel surfaces where sustained vibration causes numbness over long distances. At 3mm thickness, this represents Fizik's maximum cushioning option while maintaining handlebar control and steering precision. The added thickness reduces fatigue on extended rides by decreasing the force required to maintain your grip, allowing you to relax your hands without losing connection to the bars.

The tape requires moderate stretch during installation to maintain proper tension around curves without creating gaps. Once wrapped, the material holds position without loosening during use. The moisture-wicking property keeps the surface functional when your hands sweat during climbs or hot weather riding, maintaining consistent grip rather than turning slippery. The kit includes bar end plugs and finishing strips. The matte surface shows wear differently than glossy tapes, developing a subtle patina rather than obvious scuffing.