Bike grips and bar tapes are essential components for enhancing the comfort, control, and performance of a bicycle. Bike grips are typically used on flat handlebars, found on mountain bikes, hybrids, and some commuter bikes. Bar tapes, on the other hand, are used on drop handlebars, common in road bikes and racing bikes.  Bar tapes come in various materials, including cork, leather, foam, and synthetic composites, each offering different levels of padding, grip, and durability.