Sports Kinesiology Tape Roll

One continuous roll of elastic sports tape, 16.4 ft (5 m) long, that you cut to whatever length you need. Nothing is pre-cut and nothing is pre-shaped — you get the full roll and decide how much to use.

What arrives

Which width should you pick?

Width is the only difference between the two options — the roll is the same length either way.

• 1 in (2.5 cm) suits smaller areas and places where you want two narrow strips side by side, like fingers, wrists and feet.
• 2 in (5 cm) is the more common general-purpose width and covers more ground per strip, so a roll goes further on larger areas.

Because the roll is uncut you can also split a 2 in (5 cm) strip lengthways with scissors to make a Y shape, which you cannot do with tape that arrives pre-cut.

How to apply it

• Start with clean, dry skin. Oils, lotion and sunscreen stop the adhesive gripping.
• If body hair is stopping the tape sticking, trim the area first.
• Measure against the area before you cut, then cut the strip you need off the roll.
• Round off all four corners of the strip with scissors. Square corners catch on clothing and start peeling early.
• Lay the ends down without any stretch at all. The anchor ends should sit flat on relaxed skin.
• Avoid touching the sticky side once the backing sheet is off — fingerprints weaken the grip.
• Once it is on, rub along the strip a few times. The adhesive is heat-activated and warming it helps it bond.
• Give it about an hour before you sweat heavily, swim or shower.
• After water, pat it dry with a towel rather than rubbing it.

Before you tape — please read

Manufacturer's product description

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