I'm a noob, and have been lurking for a while.

I tried straight shaving a couple of years ago, but didn't want to invest the money in the equipment.

I've decided to give it a go and have purchased some shave-ready razors, padle strop and hanging strop (both from Tony). I've also purchased some practice razors to learn how to hone on.

I've read a lot about taping the spine of the razor and I have two questions:

1) When?
2) How?

Thanks.