Grips need replacing.

Every time you get on your bike your hands will make contact with your grips.  Being one of the 3 points of contacts you have with the bike makes them a really well used component on your bike.  So, no surprises, they often need replacing.  Due to the fact that they have to be comfortable to hold onto they are made from materials that allow a bit of cushioning to occur, rather than being robust like most others parts of your bike. 

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What are they made from?

Lock on grips have an inner alloy or plastic liner beneath the outer rubber.  This double layer tends to make lock on grips slightly thicker than a slide on grip.  Grips can be made from Silicon which will give you a few notable advantages – they will be lightweight, non slip when wet and absorb vibrations well.  However, silicon is not very durable.  Harder compounds will provide durability but aren’t as good at dampening vibration so over time you may experience hand fatigue.

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Will you be wearing gloves?

Gloves vs bear hands.  Grips are made for different things including whether you like to wear gloves or not.  A lot of people have a real preference for good ‘feel’  though their hands so will feel strongly about the diameter of their grip and either not wearing gloves or having only a sleek minimal style of glove.

Surface of the grip

Any bumps, ridges or waffling on grips provides a more effective sticky contact surface which can be really important if you ride in wet weather or happen to sweat a lot.  These features will provide you with the confidence that your hands aren’t slipping or moving around, giving you a better feeling of control on your bike.  

Read our story How to Grip your Handlebars.

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Fitting it to your bike

Make sure you follow all instructions for correct installation of your grips.  Paying particular attention to the correct position for gripping surfaces.

Wear and Tear

Your grips will wear out…it’s just a part of riding a bike.  To be comfortable they need to be made of silicon or rubber which can be tough but is simply not durable over a lifetime of a bike.  Check them regularly for wearing and check the locking mechanism as well.

Safety

It is essential for safety to have end plugs in your grips.  These can get damaged and fall out (especially if the bike is dropped onto its handlebar ends or is involved in a crash).

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