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The Ritchey WCS Gazos Handlebar Tape is designed for cyclists who demand both comfort and performance on their rides. Inspired by the rugged and scenic Gazos Creek trails of California, this tape offers exceptional grip and cushioning to enhance your control and reduce fatigue on long adventures. Crafted from superlight polyurethane with a gel backing, it provides a perfect balance between durability and softness, making every ride smoother and more enjoyable.
Measuring 230cm in length, the WCS Gazos tape is perfectly suited for wide gravel handlebars like the Ritchey VentureMax XL and Beacon XL, ensuring complete coverage without compromising style or function. Its 2.4mm thickness offers ample padding to absorb shocks and vibrations from uneven terrain. The embossed Ritchey logo and included black end plugs add a professional finish to your handlebars, combining aesthetics with practical design.
Whether you're tackling rough gravel roads, winding through forest trails, or cruising on patchy tarmac, the Ritchey WCS Gazos Handlebar Tape delivers reliable steering control and comfort. Its lightweight construction keeps your bike nimble, while the gel backing cushions your hands during those unending climbs and descents. This tape is an excellent choice for riders who value both performance and comfort on their off-road and endurance rides.
Is the Ritchey WCS Gazos Handlebar Tape suitable for all handlebar types?
It is specifically designed for wider gravel handlebars like the Ritchey VentureMax XL and Beacon XL. While it can be used on narrower bars, the length and thickness are optimized for wider setups.
How does the gel backing improve ride comfort?
The gel backing provides extra cushioning to absorb shocks and vibrations from rough terrain, helping to reduce hand fatigue during long rides.
Stock Status Instock - Instore - Item Usually shipped or available for shop collection, within 48 hours (Mon-Fri)
Instock - Supplier Warehouse - Item is held in Suppliers Warehouse, Depending on the the supplier transfer time can vary from 24 Hours to 14 Days for item held in European warehouse.
(over festive periods some suppliers shut from 24th Dec-2nd Jan so orders can be delayed through this period.)
Brands held in European website include Trek, Bontrager, Electra, Wahoo, Rapha. For up-to-date transfer times please call customer services on +44 (0)1782 768622
Most out products are shipped by FedEx, providing unprecedented reliability and speed. Lightweight Spares below £25.00 value have a Royal Mail postage option, which is sent via Tracked 48 service. - £2.99
Shipping on all Domestic Orders over £50.00 (excluding bikes and home trainers) for delivery within the UK is completely FREE!
Bike and Home Trainers and oversize Goods £15.00 - FedEx
White Glove Bike Delivery - our white glove option has your bike personally delivered to you by a fully trained Mechanic and Bike fitter - £99.99
(Certain bikes will only have this option such as Cargo Bikes)
To Qualify for FREE Shipping:
In some cases, we may ship items out with another courier, depending on the status and availability of items ordered. (Customers will not be charged more and will be refunded any unused postage cost) If part of an order is cancelled and the total drops below the £50.00 free postage, a postage charge may be taken.
Delivery costs will be clearly stated on the checkout page, though you will need to register (to provide your delivery address) in order to see the delivery costs.
If you have any questions about delivery charges, times or none delivery please do not hesitate to get in touch by email:store@swinnertoncycles.co.uk or by telephone on +44 (0)1782 768622. Handling is normally 48 hours, but at busy periods this may be extended but we will endeavor to process your order within 5 working days. Please bear in mind in some cases orders can take longer to process, please contact us for more details.
You may return most new, unopened items within 30 days of delivery for a full refund. We'll also pay the return shipping costs if the return is a result of our error (you received an incorrect or defective item, etc.).
You should expect to receive your refund within four weeks of giving your package to the return shipper, however, in many cases you will receive a refund more quickly. This time period includes the transit time for us to receive your return from the shipper (5 to 10 business days), the time it takes us to process your return once we receive it (3 to 5 business days), and the time it takes your bank to process our refund request (5 to 10 business days).
If you need to return an item, simply login to your account, view the order using the "Complete Orders" link under the My Account menu and click the Return Item(s) button. We'll notify you via e-mail of your refund once we've received and processed the returned item.


