Arundel cork wrap is really a lot of foam with cork chunks mixed in this stuff was popularized in the lsquo80rsquos too but has withstood the test of time for good reason cork bar tape is thick and softens road vibration it can soak up moisture and yet remains easy to grip it is fairly durable and easy to install it holds color well and doesnrsquot fade you can wash it like you wash the car soapy rag scrub rinse repeat cork is our favorite in the cooler months itrsquos a fat