Adhesive tape SHELTER ROAD for frame protection Mariposa effect 0.6mm

Shelter Road is a transparent self-adhesive protection highly effective against scratches and impacts, ideal for carbon or metal structures. “Road” is ideal for lighter off-road practice or for gravel/cyclocross.

STRENGTHS:

• invisible protection against scratches and impacts
• lightweight
• easy to apply, adheres firmly even to curved surfaces
• does not yellow
• ideal for protecting carbon and metal
• the visco-elastic behavior dampens vibrations

This tape protects from impacts by dispersing the energy within its own structure, resists abrasion and common solvents, does not yellow and is unaffected by normal bodywork washing, yet can still be removed if necessary without leaving marks on the underlying paint.

SHELTER combines products and systems used in the aerospace industry to protect the aesthetic and functional integrity of surfaces and parts exposed to wear or accidental impacts.

It is very conformable at room temperature, does not require the use of heat sources to adapt to medium tridimensional surfaces, and no specific tools are needed for application—only a cutter or scissors and a felt pad to aid application and apply uniform pressure.

Adhesion to all surfaces complies with AFERA 4001 standards, SHELTER is resistant to water and UV rays and can withstand temperatures from -30°C to +130°C.

Occasional contamination with gasoline, grease, oil, detergents does not affect its performance and durability.

Depending on temperatures the product may vary in size with a tolerance of +/- 10% in length and width.

Easy to apply

Shelter adhesion is defined as “semi-structural,” therefore very strong but not permanent. After being applied, Shelter takes 8 hours to reach optimal adhesion. Afterwards it is unaffected by normal bicycle washing, but can still be removed—if necessary—without damage to the underlying paint.

The application of Shelter does not require special tools or procedures, only normal manual skills and patience:

1. after removing cables or other possible obstacles, clean the surface where Shelter will be applied with alcohol and a clean cloth. Remove any dry alcohol residue with another dry and clean cloth;
2. take the pre-cut Shelter element suitable for use or cut a piece of Shelter to the desired shape and size, without removing the protective paper;
3. make sure the element fits the area you want to protect and that your hands are clean. At this point, completely remove the protective paper, exposing the adhesive surface (try not to touch the adhesive with your fingers, or reduce contact to a minimum: being transparent, fingerprints could become visible);
4. lightly position Shelter on the area to be protected, without applying pressure and without stretching it. Reposition if necessary, until it is exactly where you want it. Then, start applying constant pressure, from the center towards the edges, to avoid trapping air bubbles or creating wrinkles;
5. progressively extend the action over the entire element, to make it adhere completely to the surface. Insist on edges and curves to obtain uniform adhesion.

The bicycle can be used immediately after applying Shelter, remembering that optimal adhesion is reached after 8 hours.

To remove Shelter, peel it slowly from the surface taking care not to delaminate it. In this way, Shelter will not leave glue residue, even after several years.

UV resistant

Shelter is transparent but does not yellow over time, thanks to its resistance to UV rays, a common cause of yellowing of other protective films, and thus also protects the underlying frame paint from fading.
IMPORTANT: after removing Shelter there may be color differences between protected and unprotected areas, especially in fluorescent paints or bright colors.

Visco-elasticity reduces vibrations

The transmission of vibrational energy through any structure can be reduced by adding visco-elastic elements in certain points. This is exactly what Shelter does, not only protecting rigid carbon frames from impacts but also reducing vibrations. An example of this is the Shelter Wheel Kit.

Beware of copies

The translucent “Shelter Effetto Mariposa” logos are present inside the Shelter film. Both “Effetto Mariposa” and “Shelter” are registered trademarks.

Shelter is made in Italy