Submitted by
Gerr
a Cross Country Rider
from Denver and Atlanta
Date Reviewed: March 5, 2007
Strengths: Review is for LP Composite Anatomic "Grips" Anatomic design is wonderful. Light and strong. Also, durable going on 3 years no problems. Great company also.
Weaknesses: I had to really try for this weakness: I wish the had a second clamp for angular pivot.
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This review is an update to a 2004 review. I now have them on three different bikes. When set up correctly; (turned way down, instead of sharply angled up) these are the closest thing to having a hand molded ortho bar end. (Which would be similar to foot molded orthodics for running shoes) A great product that makes every ride more comfortable and stress free on my hands and wrists.(Helping to prevent hand vibration syndrome and carpal tunnel syndrome.) Helps eliminate numbness. Also try with the Ergon racing grips for a complete ergo solution to protect your digits.
Similar Products Used: 20 years of various bar ends.
Bike Setup: Blur/Reba Platnum /Xtr (6 " rotor Mech. Avids) /Spinergy PBO Disc. Trek Top Fuel Team Issue with a similar build. Trek Team Hardtail carbon.
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Submitted by
Jeff Parker
a Cross Country Rider
from 3407 Edgemont Drive
Date Reviewed: August 18, 2005
Strengths: Outstaninding looks, very comfortable, well made, light and strong.
Weaknesses: Relatively expensive.
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These allow multiple positioning of hands, which may not mean much to some people, but prior to their use my left hand would tingle after riding 6-7 miles. This no longer occurs. While expensive, the ergonomic shape is more comfortable than the cheaper aluminium bar ends, and much more comfortable. Try them, you'll like them. Highly recommend the Ebay LP composite group.
Bike Setup: Trek 4500, upgraded WTB sport seat, Shimano 540 pedals, upgraded tired.
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Submitted by
Gerr
a Cross Country Rider
from Atlanta
Date Reviewed: November 7, 2004
Strengths: Review is for LP Composite Anatomic "Grips" Anatomic design is wonderful.
Weaknesses: Makes you wonder how much more comfortable they could be if they had dual bolts for horizontal as well as vertical adjust.
Bottom Line:
Review is for LP Composite Anatomic "Grips" When set up correctly; (turned way down, instead of sharply angled up) these are the closest thing to having a hand molded ortho bar end. (Which would be similiar to foot molded orthodics for running shoes) A great product that makes every ride more comfortable and stress free on my hands and wrists. Helps eliminate numbness. Note: MTBR.Com needs a review listing for them with the correct name. I can review them 5 stars!!!!! Gerry Hulme Atlanta, Ga.
Submitted by
John
a Cross Country Rider
from Portola Valley, CA, USA
Date Reviewed: February 7, 2004
Strengths: Very comfortable and ergonomic, gorgeous, LIGHT!
Weaknesses: None so far...
Bottom Line:
This reveiw is for the new "GRIPS" ergonomic grips.
I got these as factory 2nds together with the LP Composites flat bar for $75 on EBay - thats a great deal. Buy from Stu Fisher, who works at LP Composites. If you don't see what you want listed on EBay, send him an e-mail at inquiries@lpcomposites.com and ask him if he has any factory seconds.... he's a really nice guy and he'll send you an e-mail when he has something.
The bar ends and handle bar that I got had VERY minor cosmetic flaws, but you hardly notice them and they are structurally sound.
These bar ends feel great in your hands. Just grab on and hammer when your climbing. I used to have aluminum bar ends with uncomfortable edges. These are not only smooth, but since they are not metal, they don't get so cold in the winter.
Bike Setup: Santa Cruz Blur '03 Ano Blue with Fox AVA R rear shock, RockShox Duke XC U-Turn front shock Mavic Crossmax Wheelset ('02), Hutchison Python Lite Tires with Stan's, Sram 9.0 & X.9, LP Composites carbon flat bar & bar ends, Cane Creek S-Pro Headset, Thomson stem & seatpost, CrankBros Candy S pedals, Truvativ Stylo Team crankset.
Strengths: Very cute and light, STRONG, feel so right with my grip
Weaknesses: a bit pricey
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I've got this nasty fall last two months ago, I am covered with bruises and scratches, but my LP barends who danced cheek to cheek with the dirt road amazingly got a small superficial nick to its top end, both of them (now that's what I call symmetry). I can't say anything about it but the word STRONG. It's attached to an Easton CT2 handlebar which most riders will say, very vulnerable yet both of them stay in a very good condition and most of all save my bike frames from being damage. Maybe there is a good chemistry between this two carbon products.
Strengths: Fit well in the hand when seated, light weight, good looks
Weaknesses: Breakable, shape of handle bites into palm when standing, relatively expensive
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I've managed to break two pairs of these barends -- okay, one had to do with a garage, a car, and lack of sleep -- but that's all that I'm saying about that. The second barend broke due to a crash -- nothing special. The carbon fiber split and pulled away from the aluminum clamp. The fit in the hand when seated is great. But as soon as you stand and put pressure down through your hands, the thinnish top of the barend bites in and puts undo pressure on your palm, even when wearing a pair of padded gloves. My current barend is actually the cut off version of the first pair I wrecked. They're a short, stubby, one-hand position barend and I find that they're great for climbing, whether seated or standing. I'l try and find a light, less expensive, better shaped, and tougher set the next time I need a barend.
Submitted by
Pal
a Cross Country Rider
from Norway
Date Reviewed: November 30, 2000
Strengths: Cool and ergonomic.
Weaknesses: None.
Bottom Line:
These bar ends are made to fit the human hand, which means easier gripping. If you buy them you will not regret - no questions. I got mine for 49.00 at CBO. Furthermore they look cool but performance is more important.
Bike Setup: Giant MCM Team with the best carbon and titan components money can buy.
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Submitted by
Graham
a Weekend Warrior
from Bothell, WA
Date Reviewed: October 13, 2000
Strengths: Strong, look great, good clamp, great ergonomic shape.
Weaknesses: None.
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Since I bought the Team LP's over a year ago, they haven't had a single fault. Despite bumping into trees on narrow singletrack, a negligent bus driver scraping them on a metal door, and one or two endos, they remain structurally sound (with a few scratches though). I expected them to break when i crashed or bumped a tree with them, something that happened to a pair of Control Tech's I used to have. The clamp on the LP's is quite strong, and can be tightened as much as I want, even with my slick and slightly-too-small Thermo bar. Additionally, their shape feels great in my hands, and they don't freeze your fingers like metal bar ends. They're well worth the 20 bucks extra over CWA's or any other aluminum bar end.
Similar Products Used: Onza CWA, Control Tech Team Issue
Bike Setup: S-Works M2 HT.
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Submitted by
Merritt
a Weekend Warrior
from Seattle, WA, USA
Date Reviewed: March 30, 2000
Strengths: Look great. Feel great. Light. Tough. Did I mention that they match my bike?
Weaknesses: A little slippery when wet.
Bottom Line:
I love 'em.
I commute dailu on this bike during the week (w/ semi-slicks), and hit the single-track whenever I can. I have yet to wipe out on pavement with these ends. A few scratches from letting the bike fall over while tending to tea parties, but nothing to complain about.
On the other hand, I've had my fair share of spills on the trail, including a spectacular over-the-handlebars-to-gracefully-standing-on-both-feet-but-watch-out-for-that-rear-wheel-flying-at-the-back-of-your-head endo. They've held up just fine.
I'm planning on getting the matching bar this weekend.
Submitted by
Jeff
a Cross Country Rider
from Evanston, IL USA
Date Reviewed: February 1, 2000
Strengths: Superb feel (ergonomics) Ultra light weight Way cool looks
Weaknesses: expensive will scratch
Bottom Line:
Once you wrap your hands around these, you won't want to go back to metal ends, regardless of the shape. The molded construction allows them to change the shape and diameter along the entire grip, and it feels like its custom made for my hands. If you like a beefy grip, buy the Braids, which also allow a nice stretch-out position if you grip them on top. The braids jr's are my choice (I used both) because of the comfortable curved shape, and the fact that they are not too short, like some ultra-lights which don't have room for all of your fingers. LP stands behind their products, and took care of me when I had a problem.
This is quite possibly the best set of barends available. The price may look steep, but they're well worth it. All the reviews praising these ends are right on. As to their ability to withstand abuse, they've held up better than all the alum. ends I've used. The key is to not over-tighten so that they move instead of break on impact. When I took a 30 mph digger into a rock garden from hell this past weekend, the ends just rotated up about 15 degrees and survived much better than I did. Check out Jenson.com for sale pricing...
Bike Setup: GT XCR2000, Fox FLOAT R, Marz Z3, LP DH bar
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Submitted by
TDAC
a Cross-Country Rider
from Alameda, CA
Date Reviewed: December 1, 1999
Strengths: TOTALLY ERGONOMIC
Weaknesses: None so far
Bottom Line:
These bar ends are so form fitting to the human hand, which means easier gripping when climbing hills. Once you grab them, you'll want some - no questions. I got mine for 54.00 at JensonUSA.com. I won't say they look cool because who gives a sh*t how they look - performance is more important.
Submitted by
c simon
a Cross-Country Rider
from Houston - Texas
Date Reviewed: May 9, 1999
Strengths: Extremely comfortable. Extremely light weight, and great looking. These are excellent barends
Weaknesses: I cannot find any at all. These are by far the best Barends on the market
Bottom Line:
These are by far the best barends on the market. I have tried several and the LP are the most comfortable, and easy to work with and climb bareends I have tried. They do cost extra but it is well worth is. If you can find these things on sale at one of the mail order shops I highly suggest getting yourself a set. You will not regret it.
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