Dura Soft Polymer construction gives Lizard Skins DSP Ultra 1.9mm its distinctive feel under the hands. The material compresses predictably under grip pressure and rebounds without permanent deformation, maintaining consistent cushioning characteristics across thousands of miles. At 1.9mm thickness, the Ultra sits in a middle ground that works for riders who find thinner tape too harsh but don't want the bulk of 3.2mm options. The polymer compound also resists UV degradation and maintains its surface texture in wet conditions, so you're not dealing with slick spots developing where your hands naturally rest.

The tape's texture comes from a directional pattern molded into the surface rather than applied coatings or secondary materials. This approach keeps the grip consistent as the tape wears rather than degrading as surface treatments wear away. Sweat absorption happens at the molecular level within the polymer structure, which is why the tape maintains traction when you're climbing in August heat. The construction stays dimensionally stable across temperature ranges—it won't get hard and slick in cold weather or soft and gummy when temperatures climb.

Installation follows standard wrapping procedures with included finishing tape and bar plugs. The 1.9mm thickness adds minimal diameter to the bar, which matters if you're already borderline on hand fit with your current setup. For reference, moving from 1.9mm to 3.2mm tape adds roughly 2.6mm of diameter at every point around the bar. If your bars currently feel slightly too thin, the Ultra provides modest buildup without dramatically changing the character of your cockpit.... Read More