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GubernatrixIconWeightlifting - finger tape14-08-2010 @ 20:00 
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Can anyone recommend an online supplier? I just got some tape from Physio Supplies but it is not sticky enough and keeps coming loose.
TonyIcon...14-08-2010 @ 20:00 
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Buzz at Strengthshop sells it.
GubernatrixIcon...14-08-2010 @ 20:11 
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Ordered!
Col_AustinIcon...14-08-2010 @ 20:16 
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3.8cm Mueller M Tape zinc oxide tape from www.firstaid4sport.co.uk
shauncleggIcon...14-08-2010 @ 20:21 
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Col_Austin said:3.8cm Mueller M Tape zinc oxide tape from www.firstaid4sport.co.uk


s**te compared to the buzz brand Wink
buzzIcon...14-08-2010 @ 20:33 
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Thanks Tony/Shaun! Col - now on The List Happy

Got the order, thanks, will go out to you Monday by 1st class post.

I deal with Firstaidforsport, they are decent folk, and probably slightly cheaper than me, but I think the Vulkan tape is a bit better.

Tony's had both (the first roll I sent you was Mueller, and then the subsequent ones have been Vulkan) so can maybe comment.
Col_AustinIcon...14-08-2010 @ 20:35 
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It's personal preference of course, but I disagree. The width Buzz sells is too narrow, in my opinion, and, at £3 a roll, a bit over-priced.
GubernatrixIcon...14-08-2010 @ 20:40 
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For me, narrower width is better as I have small hands. Anyway, we'll see when it arrives Happy
Col_AustinIcon...14-08-2010 @ 20:40 
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buzz said:
I deal with Firstaidforsport, they are decent folk, and probably slightly cheaper than me, but I think the Vulkan tape is a bit better.

Tony's had both (the first roll I sent you was Mueller, and then the subsequent ones have been Vulkan) so can maybe comment.

I meant no offence by the way Buzz.
TonyIcon...14-08-2010 @ 20:41 
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tbh Buzz I couldn't tell the difference between the two tapes. Both good quality.

2 major reasons I'd order from Buzz though

1)his delivery and customer service is second to none, that includes dealings I've had with any internet company not just strength related set ups.

2)he puts back into the sport at every opportunity which to me swings it every time.
shauncleggIcon...14-08-2010 @ 20:45 
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Tony said:tbh Buzz I couldn't tell the difference between the two tapes. Both good quality.

2 major reasons I'd order from Buzz though

1)his delivery and customer service is second to none, that includes dealings I've had with any internet company not just strength related set ups.

2)he puts back into the sport at every opportunity which to me swings it every time.



X2!! he's also a class bloke himself
buzzIcon...14-08-2010 @ 22:59 
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Col_Austin said:
I meant no offence by the way Buzz.


Too late... Happy No, it's fine, it's good to get feedback. I checked the price if buying a roll of 25mm tape including postage on firstaidsport and it comes to £4.03. Mine is £4.62, so not that much difference. With things like this, I know they import directly. I get mine from UK distributors/suppliers, so the costing is higher. Margin is decent percentage-wise, but when taking into account paypal fees, time packing and shipping the order, and packaging supplies (all of which I don't charge for) it's just not worth it to sell for less. I'm not trying to explain myself or the way I operate, but I think it's good to have transparency in these things.

I can get the 38mm tape, but figure the 25mm stuff is the better to stock out of the two, and I don't really sell enough to make it worthwhile stocking both. I don't think anyway.
GubernatrixIcon...29-08-2010 @ 20:35 
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I said:For me, narrower width is better as I have small hands. Anyway, we'll see when it arrives Happy

Tape is great, exactly what I was after. Cheers!
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