Submitted by
shaun
a Racer
from Macon, Ga, USA Date Reviewed: October 25, 2009
Favorite Trail:
Pinhoti: Snake Creek to Dalton
Duration Product Used:
2 Years
Price Paid:
$20.00
Purchased At:
The Bike Store
Strengths:
Grip, wears long, not too heavy
Weaknesses:
lock ring bolts seize
Similar Products Used:
Cane Creek ODI-compatible, Oury dual compound
Bike Setup:
Anthem 1
Bottom Line:
I never could get used to the little nothing foam grips my buddies use. I need something a bit more substantial. i like the lock ons 'cause they never twist and wear a long time.
A word of advice: use anti-seize compound on the threads of the lock ring bolts or you may have to resort to extreme measures to get them off.
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Submitted by
anesthesia-matt
a Cross Country Rider
from Ocala, Florida, USA Date Reviewed: September 26, 2009
Favorite Trail:
Santos
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Price Paid:
$25.00
Purchased At:
PricePoint
Strengths:
Grip well, my hands stay on these grips without slipping. Very comfortable.
Weaknesses:
None so far.
Similar Products Used:
Stock Specialized slip-on grips
Bike Setup:
2005 Hardrock Pro, ODI Rouge Lock-on grips, WTB Pure V Race seat, WTB MotoRaptor tires.....with more upgrades coming!!
Bottom Line:
I got these as the "combo", came with the grips, locking clamps and end caps. These grips fit my hands great unlike those stock slip-ons that came with my bike. They feel more like my motocross grips on my dirt bike. Definately feel like I have more control over the bars.
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Submitted by
jordacheha
a Weekend Warrior
from lachine, quebec Date Reviewed: August 25, 2009
Duration Product Used:
6 months
Price Paid:
$18.00
Purchased At:
beyond bikes
Strengths:
BEST PERIOD
Weaknesses:
none
Similar Products Used:
most others
Bike Setup:
banshee morphine
Bottom Line:
.bought it for both my bike n wouldnt buy any other grip..
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Submitted by
friedwilly
a Weekend Warrior
from Yorktown Hts., NY USA Date Reviewed: August 7, 2009
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Price Paid:
$25.00
Purchased At:
Danny's Cycles
Strengths:
Great Grips! Very comfortable, cushy and great grip.
Weaknesses:
none yet
Similar Products Used:
stock
Bike Setup:
09 Fisher Pirahna
Bottom Line:
These grips are great. I will only use these grips on all my bikes.
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Submitted by
m2fit4u2
a Weekend Warrior
from Clinton Twp Michigan Date Reviewed: July 4, 2009
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$18.00
Purchased At:
Jenson
Strengths:
Comfort, its a nice soft rubber. Super easy installation and you will never have to worry about them moving out of place! These grips also seem to take vibration out of my handelbars.
Weaknesses:
None that I have found yet.
Similar Products Used:
Titec foam
Bike Setup:
Yeti ARC
Bottom Line:
This is my first set using the grip lock system. I was sceptical at first but now that I have used them, I am very happy. I do not think I will go back to gluing grips ever again. Thank you ODI for developing such a nice grip system.
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Submitted by
Flash_gordon
a Cross Country Rider
from Colorado Springs, CO Date Reviewed: June 4, 2009
Favorite Trail:
Anything
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$35.00
Purchased At:
Bicycle Village
Strengths:
Good quality, good feel, good looks.
Weaknesses:
I had to pay for them them.....?
Similar Products Used:
Lots of others, but never lock-on
Bike Setup:
Trek EX8, Avid Elixir CR, WTB Weirwolf Tires, ODI Grips, Time Attack Pedals
Bottom Line:
I was looking for a grip to replace my stock grips from the Trek. These grips are a bit larger in diameter and much softer. The grips fit my hands well and are much more enjoyable then any grips I've had in a while. I have about 6 rides in with them and they are doing great.
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Submitted by
LandoCommando
a Downhiller
from yup Date Reviewed: June 1, 2009
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Price Paid:
$15.00
Purchased At:
pricepoint
Strengths:
Grippy, tacky, pretty durable
Weaknesses:
Mine wore out quick (see bottom line)
Similar Products Used:
others
Bike Setup:
P.2
Bottom Line:
I use gloves whenever I ride and I must have a very tight grip all the time because the rubber on these grips seemed to wear down extremely fast, Im going to need a new pair here in the near future. I dont count this as a product weakness, I think I just need to loosen my death grip I have on my handle bars a bit more.
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Submitted by
Coma Inferno
a Weekend Warrior
from Bekreley, CA Date Reviewed: May 3, 2009
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Price Paid:
$35.00
Purchased At:
Solano Cyclery
Strengths:
Great comfort, cushion, sticky grip, and hand support. They lock-on and don't move. Great for medium and large hands. Made in the USA.
Weaknesses:
Not really a weakness: Sometimes, when I grip real hard, it feels like the grips are moving, but they are not. The ample grips just feel that way.
Similar Products Used:
N/A
Bike Setup:
2008 Gary Fisher HiFi Deluxe with a few goodies.
Bottom Line:
These are great grips. They are sticky and provide lots of cushion. As I mentioned above, sometimes, when I squeeze down hard, the ample cushion gives the impression that the grip is sliding. But the grips don't move, they lock on just fine. I recommend these grips for anyone with medium to large hands. I have medium hands and I think they would be too big if my hands were smaller. I am an all mountain rider and I ride several times a week. If I did straight cross country, I would still use these gripes b/c they are that comfortable. I over paid form them, again, welcome to the world of supporting your LBS.
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Submitted by
daredevilcsl
a Weekend Warrior
from Malaysia Date Reviewed: April 27, 2009
Favorite Trail:
Plentong
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Strengths:
- Very gripy
- Non slip
- Thickness just nicely fit
- Easily wash off the dirt as they do not stick in the grip
Weaknesses:
- Not much of color variety
- Not easy to fit in the locking jaw
Similar Products Used:
Token Lock on grip
Bike Setup:
08 VIP Meta 5, 09 Fox 32 Float 15qr, 08 Fox Float RP23, 08 XT groupset, Hope Pro 2 Hub, DT Swiss EX5.1d, DT Competition Spoke.
Bottom Line:
This is a very good pair of grip..non slip even in wet condition...very grippy even without glove. Value for money that spend...
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Submitted by
dchenong
a Downhiller
from Dekalb, IL, US Date Reviewed: February 23, 2009
Favorite Trail:
Oswego
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$20.00
Purchased At:
pricepoint.com
Strengths:
Great Grip. Super comfortable, and the lock ons are amazing. they have a little larger dia. then most grips, but I like it. EZ to install, and take on an off.
Weaknesses:
None
Similar Products Used:
Lizard skins
Bike Setup:
Specialized Hardrock comp
Bottom Line:
Another great grip by ODI. Lock ons are awesome, and they are super easy to install. Highly recomended
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Submitted by
S-BikerInFlorida
a Cross Country Rider
from Middleburg FL USA Date Reviewed: February 21, 2009
Favorite Trail:
Santos Trailhead
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$19.00
Purchased At:
E-Bay
Strengths:
Sticky rubber really grabs your hands.
They dont move once locked.
Channels water easily.
Weaknesses:
The bolt didnt match any of the tools on my Park multi tool. Have to carry an extra tool just in case they come loose on the trail. Havent come loose yet though....
Similar Products Used:
Specialized Enduro grips were ok but these are much better.
Bike Setup:
Specialized Hardrock Pro hardtail. Pretty much stock except for new grips and a Thudbuster seat post.
Bottom Line:
I read the reviews on a lot of grips first and decided to buy these. The first thing I noticed was how sticky they were. I dont always wear gloves so this was a plus. With the gloves on theyre like glue. They take a little getting used to and some shifter adjustments but overall much better than the stock grips I had. These grips are great plan on buying more when I wear these out.
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Submitted by
T_woot
a Cross Country Rider
from Auburn, CA Date Reviewed: January 26, 2009
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Price Paid:
$19.00
Purchased At:
Beyond Bikes in Rohn
Strengths:
Good grip, easy install/uninstall. Feel good even though they seem like their gonna be hard on your hands
Weaknesses:
none, I like em
Similar Products Used:
Yeti hardcore, raceface good/evil
Bottom Line:
buy em if you want some lock ons
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Submitted by
holycrikey
a Weekend Warrior
from Charlotte, NC Date Reviewed: January 4, 2009
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$11.00
Strengths:
Great tacky grip, cheap, super super easy to install and they look fantastic!
Weaknesses:
Wear is uncertain, lock-on design COULD potentially be dangerous.
Similar Products Used:
Ritchey Truegrips, other various OEM grips
Bike Setup:
Giant Pistol 1 - XT Drivetrain
Bottom Line:
I can't think of anything better than these. They install in seconds, they look fantastic, they are tacky without being sticky, and they even fit my smaller hands just fine. I'm really surprised people say that they only fit large hands. I don't see that at all. Further, to the guy who said that the end-caps would fall off, how? They're tightened down with the clamps. They will not fall off.
I could potentially see a problem if you don't tighten the clamps properly. They could slip on the trail and end up putting you in a dangerous situation. So if you are on the trail and feel any play, RETIGHTEN immediately. I have yet to have this problem though.
These are just great. I was so sick of having to use alcohol/hair spray to take my old grips on/off. This simplifies everything so much. I'll never go back to normal grips.
I'm giving them a perfect 5, because I just don't see how they can get any better. ODI has converted me, especially considering that these can be had for easily under $16 bucks online.
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Submitted by
TurboSN95
a Weekend Warrior
from Wallingford, CT, USA Date Reviewed: December 19, 2008
Favorite Trail:
Tyler Mill
Duration Product Used:
6 months
Price Paid:
$17.00
Purchased At:
Pricepoint, Jazzmoto
Strengths:
They don't move, comfortable, just the right size for a size large hand, somewhat tacky but not too tacky where they wear quickly. And they look cool with the fancy-schmancy end cap.
Weaknesses:
For weight-weenies, they technically weigh a little more. Whatever...
Similar Products Used:
Stock grips off my '06 Epic Comp, Ritchey Dual Compound, and other random grips
Bike Setup:
'02 Stumpjumper FSR xc, '06 Epic Comp
Bottom Line:
I am on my 2nd set of these (because I sold my '02 Stumpy with them on it), and I would have a hard time buying anything else at this point. For about $17 these grips are perfect and they don't move. I can't see trying another grips that wasn't a lock-on, the Ritchey's that I used had a great feel, but again they slowly moved around. The Rogue rocks!
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Submitted by
Eric
a Weekend Warrior
from Henderson NV. Date Reviewed: December 15, 2007
Favorite Trail:
Bootleg
Duration Product Used:
6 months
Purchased At:
LBS
Strengths:
Stay put and are easy to remove in case of servicing the shifters etc.
Weaknesses:
The ones I got are actually a BMX grip so I had to cut off the flanges. It wasn't hard to do that though.
Bike Setup:
All Mountain, San Andreas.
Bottom Line:
I like them. They absorb shocks better than the thinner locking grips on the market and they don't come loose, like ordinary grips frequently do.
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Submitted by
Psucho Mike
a Cross Country Rider
from Alberta, Canada Date Reviewed: September 12, 2007
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$15.00
Purchased At:
Mountain Equipment Coop
Strengths:
Decent diameter for bigger hands, tacky, moderately soft for comfort but not so soft that they will fall apart quickly, good sized channels to drain water if you ride in the wet.
Good positive grip for those with slightly larger hands looking for a good, solid (typical ODI) lock on grip. Ladies and those with smaller hands likely won't be happy with 'em.
The grips are soft enough to deaden vibration (i.e. if you have to put knobbies to asphalt)but have put up with my aggressive riding clyde mitts reefing on them.
The biggest plus (and why I went with them over Ruffians) is the big channels between the blocks of grip. I ride year round and rain, sleet and snow can fill the small depressions in grips like the Ruffians and stockers. The big channels make sure that you'll still have grip even when the weather sucks.
I've got custom bar plugs and aftermarket / colored lock rings so I can't comment on the plu and ring issues some have had (see below). The grips themselves are awesome.
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Submitted by
Ryan
a Downhiller
from ontario, Canada Date Reviewed: September 2, 2007
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$35.00
Purchased At:
outside store
Strengths:
soft, tacky, shock absorbant, comfortable, endcaps do there jobs, easy to put on, nice and big,looks good
Weaknesses:
dirt stays in endplug screws and grip spaces
Bottom Line:
awesome grip to have will not let u down..does what its made for and very confortable will not go back to regular grips these grips are good for anyone who wants to pay a good amout for grips
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Submitted by
Bob
a Cross Country Rider
from Louisville Date Reviewed: June 30, 2007
Duration Product Used:
2 Years
Strengths:
Wears well,looks good,very stable with lock-on clamps.
Weaknesses:
Bar-ends stink-flimsy plastic that doesn't stay tight,especially on lightweight thin-walled bars.
Similar Products Used:
Lock-on Oury,Ergo grips.
Bottom Line:
The Rogues were the first lock-ons I tried and I was very impressed with their stabilty, and the ease when i had to remove them to work on my bike. The grip is good. The diameter is a little too small for my hands though.
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Submitted by
Rich Rosado
a Cross Country Rider
from Bergenfield Date Reviewed: June 29, 2007
Favorite Trail:
Ringwood
Duration Product Used:
1 Year
Price Paid:
$16.00
Purchased At:
Campmor
Strengths:
Tacky, wears well,
Weaknesses:
End plugs consantly slip. I have to bang them while I'm riding. End cap screws rust.
Similar Products Used:
Oury
Bike Setup:
Stumpjumper FSR
Bottom Line:
Its annoying to have worry about losing the end cap while riding. They are better than the OURY because they don't weardown as quickly or move around. I will try something else next time.
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Submitted by
hippie
a
from BC, Canada Date Reviewed: May 7, 2007
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Purchased At:
free from buddy
Strengths:
Soft, vibration eating compound, while remaining durable. Lock-on clamps rule for slip-free performance.
Weaknesses:
A bit large for my small hands, but I don't ride with gloves so it all works out. Lock-on clamps cut my hand a but as the grip is worn down around the edge of the clamp.
Similar Products Used:
Intense lock-on's, DMR Zip Grips, ATI Jackson, Oury grips, Specialized grips, stock grips.
Bike Setup:
Hardtail freeride, trail, dj.
Bottom Line:
Awsome Grips! You will really like them if you have larger hands. I got mine free from a freind, and love them. I will deffinently buy another pair when these wear out.
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Submitted by
Camel
a Downhiller
from CA, FL Date Reviewed: November 10, 2006
Duration Product Used:
More than 3 years
Price Paid:
$10.00
Purchased At:
IC Bikes
Strengths:
Won't slip. Rubber is soft. Good diameter for big hands. Tough.
Weaknesses:
Often has an annoying bit of play between the lock rings and the hard palstic body. You get used to it though. Also, the hex screws are really soft and easy to round out if you really tighten them. Then you have to drill it to remove the grip.
Similar Products Used:
regular grips (hard to remember those), Ruffian (too small and hard for my hands).
Bike Setup:
Freeride/All Mountain
Bottom Line:
A must on all my bikes.
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Submitted by
sam lavin
a Weekend Warrior
from wilton Conn. Date Reviewed: July 30, 2006
Favorite Trail:
jimney peak
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Price Paid:
$16.00
Purchased At:
pricepoint....where else....
Strengths:
great grip..looks sick...STAY ON!!!..shed water well..dont collect dirt..chrome rings look sick...bar ends protect ur riser...mad thick
Weaknesses:
gotta use gloves..if its hott..cuz the grips get reall slippery if ur hands are sweatin good...friggin bar ends get all busted up.. if ur not wearing gloves.. tears up ur hands.. and if u are..then ur gloves get torn apart..
Similar Products Used:
kona jacksh*ts
Bike Setup:
06 stinky..sic chase camo bar..888rc w. integrated stem...odi grips..manitou coil
Bottom Line:
great grip.. mad cheap...not sure about everyone else.. but these bugggers get slippery if its hott out and ur palms are sweaty..so u gotta wear gloves.. theyre nice and thick so u really feel in control.. great for the DH'r or FR'r who wants a grip to stay in place...prolly not great for XC.. all around amazing grip for the price..and a grip that stays in place is the difference between nailing that tech drop or nosediving cuz ur hands slipped off the bars...buyin a grip like this will only help ur riding...so get on pricepoint and cop' a pair.. get r' done!
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Submitted by
Tony
a Weekend Warrior
from SSI, GA Date Reviewed: July 23, 2006
Duration Product Used:
1 Year
Price Paid:
$20.00
Purchased At:
JensonUSA
Strengths:
Extremely tacky and soft, taking away a lot of vibration. Grips with tons of traction to my gloves. The ODI clamps do their job flawlessly, no slipping. Tighten down and forget.
Weaknesses:
The grip is so tacky that it is starting to leave residue on my bare hands. The end plugs could use stainless hardware. The screws show signs of oxidation.
Similar Products Used:
These replaced the stock Bontrager grips a year ago, which were worn and slipped.
Bike Setup:
2005 Trek 6700 disc with various upgrades.
Bottom Line:
Good grip to get if you're all about control and traction between your hands and your handlebars. These grips don't budge a bit even after multiple impacts. They look great and give tons of confidence for agile maneuvers. They have taken a beating and the only signs of wear is the tackiness, which has seemed to increase with age.
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Submitted by
Giancarlo Pelosi
a Weekend Warrior
from Miramar, FL, USA Date Reviewed: July 13, 2006
Favorite Trail:
Markham Park
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Price Paid:
$20.00
Purchased At:
Bell's Bikes
Strengths:
Great larger sized grip. Comfortable and looks sharp with the outer aluminum locks. Rugged. I like that comes with the extra grip ends.
Weaknesses:
None
Similar Products Used:
Yeti (no locks)
Bike Setup:
06 Giant Trance 1, XTR, XT, Race face, ODI, FOX, Kenda Nevagal, Mavic Crossmax SL disc, Chris King headset, Hayes 9 Carbon, Race Face Dues XC, and SRAM 990 cassette.
Bottom Line:
Great grip with great features for the price if you like a larger sized grip.
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Submitted by
Mike
a Cross Country Rider
from TN Date Reviewed: July 5, 2006
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$14.00
Purchased At:
pricepoint.com
Strengths:
grip is awesome, larger size fits my hand well, super easy to install, comfortable
Weaknesses:
none yet
Similar Products Used:
stock C'dale grips
Bike Setup:
Rush 800 stock, new grips of course, WTB laser stealth saddle
Bottom Line:
Very nice grip that provides excellent traction even when soaking wet. The diameter is a little larger and feels good to my hands. Very, very easy to install and remove if need be. I use full finger gloves with this product and the traction I get with these grips is awesome.
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Submitted by
Chuck
a Weekend Warrior
from Richmond, VA Date Reviewed: June 21, 2006
Favorite Trail:
Pocohantas
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Price Paid:
$21.00
Purchased At:
jensonUSA
Strengths:
Slightly larger than most grips so they fit my hand better. Awesome when wet! Haven't slipped like some other lock-ons I've heard about- just don't overtighted them when you're putting them on.
Weaknesses:
A little harder than my stock grips, but not uncomfortable.
Similar Products Used:
Stock Grips.
Bike Setup:
Jamis Durango SX, mostly stock- nothin' special
Bottom Line:
Great Grips! Won't slip when installed correctly. Go get 'em.
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Submitted by
Chris Messer
a Weekend Warrior
from Austin, TX, USA Date Reviewed: April 22, 2006
Favorite Trail:
crmesser@yahoo.com
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Price Paid:
$17.00
Purchased At:
www.pricepoint.com
Strengths:
Easy on/off. Stay put no matter what. Very plush (shock absorbtion) and excellent feel. Great for people with larger hands.
Weaknesses:
none so far, maybe not so great for people with small hands?
Similar Products Used:
stock pos grips
Bike Setup:
'05 Gary Fisher Hoo Koo E Koo w/ RaceFace Evolve DH BB/Crankset, Time Atac XS Carbon pedals, Avid BB7 185mm disc brakes,
Bottom Line:
The stock grips that came with my bike gave me terrible hand and wrist pain, plus they slipped like crazy when I got 'em wet. Since switching to the Rogue's my hand/wrist pain has disappeared and I feel much more in control of my bike and these grips don't budge! If you and in the market for some new grips def put these at the top of your list, especially if you have larger hands. Since they have a larger circumference than most they are much more comfortable to grip.
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Submitted by
matt
a Weekend Warrior
from hansville washington U.S.A Date Reviewed: January 1, 2006
Favorite Trail:
yet, to find one
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Price Paid:
$15.00
Purchased At:
pricepoint.com
Strengths:
these grips are awesome, it would take a large tank to make these grips shift out of place, these grips are extremely comfortable, they are comfortable and grippy but not to sticky to where dirt sticks to them like glue, they look extremely awesome, the ease of getting them on and off is a real help especially since i am changing alot of the components and are always adjusting things on my handlebars, the bar ends are protective and actually look pretty cool for pieces of plastic, compared with smoother grips with less crevaces they shed water extremely well almost to the point where water doesn't affect your grip on the bars.
Weaknesses:
dirt gets stuck in the crevaces that's pretty much about all of the weaknesses.
Similar Products Used:
lizard skins logo lock on, oasis grip
Bike Setup:
trek 4900 with upgrades that cost more then the bike when i first got it, almost nothing is stock cept for frame which i will sell for a freeride/allmountain frame
Bottom Line:
these grips are great, compared to the lizard skins logo lock on rogues can create for of a pressure point on your fingers if you don't where gloves but it's unnoticable (until you try to notice it) but rogues shed mud and water much better than lizard skins because of large crevaces, overall a great grip makes jumps a whole lot softer and no more blisters, live in alot of rain these are probably one of the best grips to buy for the weather, i love em wouldn't use anything else.
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Submitted by
Ben
a Racer
from Nova Scotia Date Reviewed: December 22, 2005
Favorite Trail:
HRM DIRTJUMPS
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$28.00
Purchased At:
Mountain equipment co-up
Strengths:
Soft, Lockons are nice, durable
Weaknesses:
Nothin
Similar Products Used:
odi ruffians
Bike Setup:
.243 with dirtjumper 2s, 2003, Dirtjump style
Bottom Line:
Amazing grip, for those who didnt like them, go back to training wheels, the're really nice, soft, and duable
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Submitted by
Matt
a Cross Country Rider
from Oak Harbor, WA, USA Date Reviewed: September 19, 2005
Favorite Trail:
Anacortes backyard
Duration Product Used:
2 Years
Price Paid:
$25.00
Purchased At:
The Bike Shop Hawaii
Strengths:
SUPER PLUSH, LOCKS DON'T SLIP, GOOD IN ALL KINDS OF WEATHER, GREAT FOR THOSE OF US WHO GO OUT FOR LENGTHY RIDES ON THE MOUNTAIN, HIGHLY DURABLE.
Weaknesses:
Be careful not to strip lock screws. DONT OVER TIGHTEN
Similar Products Used:
RUFFIAN, LIZARD SKINS, OURY, SCOTT
Bike Setup:
S-WORKS EPIC, MAVIC 717, SRAM XO, THOMSON, RACE FACE DEUS XC, EASTON, FOX 80RLT.
Bottom Line:
I HAVE HAD THESE GRIPS FOR 2 YEARS NOW, AND I HAVE NOT HAD TO REPLACE THEM. THEY STILL HAVE PLENTY OF LIFE. BE CAREFUL WITH THE LOCK SCREWS (DONT OVER-TIGHTEN). I HAVE NOTICED THAT THE PRICE ON THESE GUYS IS GETTING BETTER. I PAID 25 BUCKS, BUT I HAVE FOUND MANY PLACES ONLINE WHERE YOU CAN BUY FOR AROUND 12 BUCKS. GOOD DEAL FOR $12. THESE ARE THE MOST DURABLE GRIPS I HAVE EVER USED. IF YOU VENTURE OUT ON LONGER CROSS COUNTRY OR "ALL-MOUNTAIN" RIDES, THESE GRIPS REALLY HELP WITH THE FATIGUE FACTOR. IF YOU ARE MERELY LOOKING FOR A GRIP FOR LEISURE RIDING, LESS EXPENSIVE GRIPS WILL DO JUST FINE.
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Submitted by
Hansen
a
from San Diego, CA Date Reviewed: July 21, 2005
Favorite Trail:
digital_74@hotmail.com
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Price Paid:
$20.00
Purchased At:
BeyondBikes.com
Strengths:
Good grip. Comfortable.
Weaknesses:
A little too squishy.
Similar Products Used:
Lizard Skins Logo Lock-On and Race Face Logo Lock-On.
Bike Setup:
Santa Cruz Heckler w/ Fox Talas RLC
Bottom Line:
These are great grips. But since they might have too much padding, your hands might get tired from holding on so tight. The Lizard Skins in my opinion are the best.
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Submitted by
Lonnie Jackson
a Weekend Warrior
from Lemoore, CA Date Reviewed: June 22, 2005
Favorite Trail:
Buckridge
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Price Paid:
$16.00
Purchased At:
JensonUSA
Strengths:
Very grippy, and soft. Lock very tight, no movement. Look good.
Weaknesses:
Maybe a little thick for my small hands.
Bike Setup:
05 Ignition 2, LX, XT derailleurs, Sid air shock.
Bottom Line:
Great product. Nice price. Quite an improvement in grip stability. Work well even in wet conditions. These grips are very comfortable for your hand thick rubber absorbs some punishment.
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Submitted by
B Griffith
a Weekend Warrior
from Columbus Ohio Date Reviewed: June 21, 2005
Favorite Trail:
Any
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Price Paid:
$15.00
Purchased At:
Bike Source Columbus Ohio
Strengths:
Easy installation Lock on tight...No slipping Grips are comfortable
Weaknesses:
Be carful not to tighten lock allen screws to tight. I stripped one and could not get it out. Easy outs didnt do the trick either.
Similar Products Used:
None of the lock type. Only type used
Bottom Line:
These are awesome grips. Dont slip, easy installation and comfortable.
I stress....do not tighten the allens screws to tight. Snug is all you need to keep these from moving on the bars.
It was a rookie mistake putting them on too tight to begin with. I purchased a second pair since I ruined my first pair. I love them. Best grip Ive ever owned.
I thought they were a little pricey, but now that I have uset them. Theyre well worth it.
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Submitted by
Ryan R.
a
from Long Island N.Y. Date Reviewed: June 16, 2005
Favorite Trail:
Can't tell you, or it won't be there anymore
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$14.00
Purchased At:
Bike Junkie ;)
Strengths:
Excellant grip and feel on the bars. Easy, really easy installation, no glue or stupid tricks to get them on. Won't slip like other non lock on grips. Did I mention they are easy to install?
Weaknesses:
Non so far I've used the Rouge's for a while but I like these better!
Similar Products Used:
ODI Lock-on Rouges, And a slew of other grips that are now tattered!
Bike Setup:
Kona Stinky 04 with, Raceface Diabous Stem and bar both 30.9, Azonic A-frame Pedals, Azonic Outlaw II Wheelset, Maxxis Minion 2.35 Freeride tires, E-13 Chainguide, Shimano XT shifters, Raceface Diablous Seatpost and WTB Power V Saddle!
Bottom Line:
I like these grips only slightly better than the Rouge's since they are thinner, I've got the new MX design with the half waffle grip on it and it does make a nice differnce in grip! The Rouge's are only slightly thicker but I feel that I lose bar control when I can't feel the bar when I ride especailly when thing get techy. When I head for the local ski area and try them out in the real rough stuff I'll see how they are ut for local screwing around and fun they are great. I amy use the Rouge's again at Diablo but I think these will be fin too. My Rouge's were replaced cause of the hole that was put in the grip in my last fantastic crash I was in! Hope thes things last longer but the grip and feel of the grip is much better than the Rouge's they were just a little too thick for my tastes. Looking for a thin grip that locks-On and will not slip they are great!
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Submitted by
calen
a Weekend Warrior
from sf bay area Date Reviewed: May 24, 2005
Favorite Trail:
güch smoke
Duration Product Used:
1 Year
Price Paid:
$20.00
Purchased At:
w/bike
Strengths:
cushy, grippy, never come loose ever, look very good,
Weaknesses:
rubber grip doesn't last forever - this is the price of grippiness
Similar Products Used:
lame slide-ons
Bike Setup:
Transition Dirtbag, burly
Bottom Line:
These grips are killer. A cool feature is the plastic end caps that prevent the aluminum ring on the bar end from getting all bunged up every time you lay your bike down on the trail. End caps also make your bar ends less lethal should you receive one in the chest in a crash. The sleeve rubber is very good at damping vibration, although it becomes slippery if you ride in the rain with no gloves (but what idiot would ever do that? heh heh). I am about up for a sleeve replacement at the 1 year mark.
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Submitted by
llhank
a Weekend Warrior
from Winchester, MA Date Reviewed: April 26, 2005
Favorite Trail:
Massachusetts coastline & cities
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Price Paid:
$9.00
Purchased At:
Cambria Bike Outfitters
Strengths:
Used with ODI lock-on clamps (another $10). These grips do not slip or spin, thus, giving you a secure grip on the bars under all conditions. Comfortable to grip. Quite professional-looking when installed with clamps. Lightweight too.
Weaknesses:
None
Bike Setup:
Dean Torreys Ti cyclocross frame, Alpha Q CX fork, Velomax Orion II wheelset, SRAM/Avid components, FSA crank/bb
Bottom Line:
I won't be needing to research any more grips as these are about perfect.
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Submitted by
luke Mcdee
a Weekend Warrior
from whitehorse, yukon, canada Date Reviewed: April 9, 2005
Favorite Trail:
my trails, downtown
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$25.00
Purchased At:
icycle sport
Strengths:
looks good and has very good grip good for street riding and freeriding
Weaknesses:
none
Similar Products Used:
norco grips, raceface grips
Bike Setup:
2004 norco sasquatch, rock shox pike team, blackspire DS-1 chain guide, mavic XM 321 disk wheels, hayes hydrolic brakes.
Bottom Line:
very good product for the money and installation is so easy.sweet product
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Submitted by
Tyler Tenneson
a Racer
from North Dakota Date Reviewed: April 4, 2005
Favorite Trail:
local trails
Duration Product Used:
More than 3 years
Purchased At:
got them from ODI
Strengths:
no slipping, awesome grip
Weaknesses:
a little bulkier than normal grips
Similar Products Used:
ODI Ruffian lockon grips, ODI Wildman, ODI Roughneck
Bike Setup:
tricked out 2001 Specialized Fatboy Hemi Comp
Bottom Line:
I used to be sponsored by ODI and love their grips. I did at one time have a pair of ATI grips but quickly switched them over to a pair of ODI grips. I have a pair of the Rogue lockon grips on my four wheeler as well. They are perfect after they have been worn down a little bit. I will always ride ODI.
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Submitted by
Rain Man
a Cross Country Rider
from Australia Date Reviewed: April 3, 2005
Favorite Trail:
Local singletracks.
Duration Product Used:
1 Year
Price Paid:
$25.00
Purchased At:
LBS
Strengths:
Comfortable, never slip, never move, remain 'grippy' even when wet, soft, don't make your hands sore, absorbs vibration and shock, nice looking, strong, last a long time.
Weaknesses:
None.
Similar Products Used:
Inferior thin slippery grips.
Bike Setup:
Tricked out VT-2.
Bottom Line:
Best grips I have used. Great for both on and off road cycling.
Can take a bashing and still don't move or shift on the bars. Excellent construction that is never slippery and absorbs vibrations and shock well.
Easy to grip even when soaking wet.
Fast fitting and removal from bars that only requires a small allen key to do so.
Never had a single problem with these grips in a whole year of cycling in all conditions.
As far as i'm concerned, they are the best dirtbike grips that you can buy.
Excellent product.
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Submitted by
Erik Magrini
a Cross Country Rider
from Libertyville, IL USA Date Reviewed: March 24, 2005
Favorite Trail:
Des Plaines River Trail
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$20.00
Purchased At:
webcyclery.com
Strengths:
Dead easy install, took me longer to get my old grips off! Comfortable, and not slippery when wet.
Weaknesses:
Slightly more expensive than other grips.
Similar Products Used:
Stock Specilized and Schwinn grips.
Bike Setup:
'05 Specialized Stumpjumper HT Disc.
Bottom Line:
Just adding another positive review to help people decide to get these. By far the best upgrade to my bike so far, these are way more comfortable than my last 3 grips, and the easy install alone makes the added price so worth it. Highly recommended if your hands get sore from riding all day.
I can't even imagine using anything else now....
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Submitted by
James
a
from Vancouver Date Reviewed: February 7, 2005
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$17.00
Purchased At:
price point
Strengths:
Do as promised, they are awesome! And I like the fatter grip that these ones are, as I have bigger hands. Others may prefer the other slimmer model of grip that they manufacture.
Weaknesses:
none so far
Similar Products Used:
lots
Bottom Line:
Awesome! A highly overlooked part on the bicycle. My old grips slipped constantly and now I don't have to worry about them coming off after I finish a drop going down the north shore. Definately worth the piece of mind. I gave it 4 chilis for value as I consider a piece of rubber and a few metal clamps to be overpriced at 17$ USD and especially at $40 that they are worth CAD here in Vancouver!
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Submitted by
Jon
a
from Wichita Kansas USA Date Reviewed: December 11, 2004
Favorite Trail:
Any with hucks, jumps, drops, etc
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Purchased At:
my pops bike shop
Strengths:
tough...grippy...no more gripslip...easy to put on and adjust etc...
Weaknesses:
absolutely none
Similar Products Used:
cheap stock grips, salsa(I actually like these grips, read my review on them)
Bike Setup:
Specialized 05 Bighit Spec...one sick bike
Bottom Line:
buy them NOW
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Submitted by
Pablo Varhola
a Racer
from Quito, Ecuador Date Reviewed: December 3, 2004
Duration Product Used:
2 Years
Price Paid:
$15.00
Purchased At:
Pricepoint
Strengths:
Durable, durable, durable, soft, tacky, durable, very confortable, oh and durable.
Weaknesses:
None. Absolutelly
Similar Products Used:
Lizard Skins
Bike Setup:
Zenith Saga Team. XTR, mavic, marzocchi, etc.
Bottom Line:
An excelent thing if you like a grippy grip that you don´t have to change every two months. They are virtually timeless. Also, the lockjaws rock. No more syringes with alcohol.
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Submitted by
Dirty
a Weekend Warrior
from Yucaipa Date Reviewed: November 12, 2004
Favorite Trail:
atm Big bear slopes West ridge on teh suicide run
Duration Product Used:
6 months
Price Paid:
$24.00
Purchased At:
Yucaipa Bike center
Strengths:
Tough as hell. Easy to Install. Absolutly no roll in the grips. Very easy to replace the grip Portion
Weaknesses:
Little harder than i wanted them to be But still worth it for the performance. little pricy
Similar Products Used:
everything from High end wtb to Foam
Bike Setup:
Freeride/Downhill setup with lots of goodies like z150 front all xt
Bottom Line:
Bottom line i really like these so far they are a great compliment to my Answer bars. BOut the only grip that doesnt slip on them. i wish they were just a bit softer but what can i expect with a lock on type.
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Submitted by
Turd Furgeson
a Cross Country Rider
from Merryland Date Reviewed: September 28, 2004
Favorite Trail:
Greenbriar
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Price Paid:
$11.00
Purchased At:
PricePoint.com
Strengths:
They don't budge an inch under any conditions, look very trick, totally comfy, and a VERY good price.
Weaknesses:
None other than the inner shield thingy is a bit tough to use with trigger shifters.
Similar Products Used:
Whatever the worn out stock grips were that came on my Trek
Bike Setup:
Trek VRX300: Azonic O.R.S. stem & Love Seat, Sette APX seatpost, ODI Intense grippage, but otherwise stock for now...
Bottom Line:
I have the "Intense" version of the ODI locking grips so they're not exactly the same as the Rogue, but there isn't a separate section for these. They're constructed essentially the same as the Rogue's though so it's close enough :). Anyway, I got a helluva deal on these through PricePoint for $11 including the clamps so they're a great bargain no doubt. They haven't moved even the slightest bit since installing them so they're doing the job excellently. They're also totally comfy too even w/o gloves which some grips can't do. My only gripe with the "Intense" version is that they have a shield-like bit on the inside which I suppose is to help you keep a grip on DH stuff and this sorta gets in the way of trigger shifters. I've learned to adjust my handgrip a bit to compensate for this and also adjusted the grips themselves along with the shifters & brake levers to achieve an acceptable setup though. I may trim the shield part down a bit in the future if it gets to be too irritating, but for now it's tolerable. Overall the ODI locking grips are sooper-dooper.
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Submitted by
street riding bafoon
a Weekend Warrior
from antigonish nova scotia canada Date Reviewed: August 22, 2004
Favorite Trail:
DIRT AND CONCRETE!
Duration Product Used:
6 months
Price Paid:
$20.00
Purchased At:
Don
Strengths:
They feel awesome with gloves and are just the right thickness.
Weaknesses:
they wear down after only 3 mounths, look like %@!*, after falling many a times doing and trying stuff at the skate park the lock ons were black and now silver it makes them look beat up and garbagy. Also i pull up HARD when i hit jump and do j hops. After 6 mounths of that the two prongs on each side snaped in half leaving about 1 cm of play in the grips.
Bottom Line:
This grips feel good the first day and look good. After 6 mounths of use...........Well they arnt good . They look like %@!*, they feel like %@!* because of the play, And frankly i am going back to my good old grips that slide on and of with grease and a shrew driver. At least they dont look like and feel like %@!* !!!!!
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Submitted by
bbb
a Weekend Warrior
from Newcastle Australia Date Reviewed: July 28, 2004
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$28.00
Purchased At:
Phantom Cycles online
Strengths:
Lock on rings, so easy to put on and take off, no glue, good dyna-bolt concept end caps, really tacky feel (soft rubber actually moves but fully grips) - confidence inspiring! Good look, well researched product (WHY DID SOMEBODY NOT COME UP WITH THIS SIMPLE SET-UP BEFORE?)
Weaknesses:
Realising how much crap we had to put up with fitting and pulling off old style grips!
Similar Products Used:
Kona Spec grips, Ritchey tru grip, Crank Bros Neo (THEY'RE A JOKE) Grips
Bike Setup:
Kona Stinky '02
Bottom Line:
Get a pair - don't waste your money with anything else if you do free-ride, dowmnhill, general riding. They are worth the money, even in lame-ass Australian currency.
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Submitted by
Paul
a Weekend Warrior
from St. Louis Date Reviewed: July 20, 2004
Duration Product Used:
6 months
Price Paid:
$18.00
Purchased At:
JensonUSA
Strengths:
Don't slide or twist.Super Cushy and shock obsorbing. Good grip, nice and tacky. Plastic bar end.
Weaknesses:
Allen heads on lock on part a little soft
Similar Products Used:
Specialized stock. Salsa.
Bike Setup:
'02 Specialized Stumpjumper for XC '01 Trek Bruiser 2 for freeride and jumping
Bottom Line:
These grips are the absolute best. I can't imagine using anything else. I bought a pair for my Bruiser 2 for jumping, dropping etc and loved them. Super soft and cushy. No more worrying about grip twisting. I now have them on my XC bike. I actually noticed less hand fatigue. I really like the fatness of the grip, most MTB grips feel to thin for me. I don't know why eveyone doesn't rock these. Anyone that complains about the weight is being pretty critical. is the extra 78g really noticeable?
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Submitted by
gmr2048
a Weekend Warrior
from dc Date Reviewed: July 13, 2004
Favorite Trail:
dirty kind
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Price Paid:
$20.00
Purchased At:
aebike
Strengths:
Rock solid. No slip. Grippy.
Weaknesses:
None yet.
Similar Products Used:
Oury non-locking. Some other generic grips.
Bike Setup:
Fisher Aquila converted to rigid single speed.
Bottom Line:
Lock on rock solid. No fears of slipping when grinding up hills on my SS. Confidence inspiring.
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Submitted by
Ryan R.
a
from Long Island N.Y Date Reviewed: July 5, 2004
Favorite Trail:
Ones with dirt and rocks and some trees!
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Price Paid:
$28.00
Purchased At:
Bike Junkie : )
Strengths:
Easy installation no glues or silly gimicks or ideas to install. Grip is awesome, tacky and best of all THEY DON'T SLIP! Changing levers or shifters do not require a razor blade to cut off your grips or major tug-o-war contest!
Weaknesses:
A little thick but not anything that has effected any rides on em!
Similar Products Used:
WTB, Specialized, Oury, and SRAM
Bike Setup:
Kona Stinky Mainly stock with some minor upgrades, Grips, Tires, saddle,and other little stuff!
Bottom Line:
Great grip for Freeride and Downhill! I wouldn't put these on my XC Trailbike cause they are a little too beefy for it. But they work AWESOME for my Stinky! Lock-On grips are the only way to go for a Downhill / Freeride bike, When I got my Stinky it had Kona grips on it but they moved around way too much for words so I went with Lock-On grips and problem solved! This is an idea that was a long time coming! Nothing sucks worse than flying down a technical trail and having your grips slip at the worst time! These grips have solved that problem! For XC they are a little thick I like to be able to "feel" the trail while I'm on my Stumpjumper. For my Stinky I like the tickness cause it absorbs some of the bone jarring hits that bike takes. Try em out if you are a Freerider / Downhiller if XC Trailriding is your thing than look to a slightly thinner grip like the WTB Dual Compound's PEACE!!
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Submitted by
Jason Nault
a Cross Country Rider
from Worcester, MA Date Reviewed: May 29, 2004
'03 Specialized Epic Comp frame,'04 Fox Brain, Fox F80 Fork, Crank Bros Candy SLs, Azonic CF-1 bars, XT Hydraulic discs, ODI lock-ons, Panaracer Fire XCs
Bottom Line:
The lock on system is one of the smartest things since disc brakes. The grips stay right where you put them until its time to put on new ones, then it's as easy as turning a few screws and their off. Because they have a hard inner core they are a bit thicker to grip on to, which is one reason I got them, large hands don't work well with the recent versions of most grips being so small. Money well spent as far as i'm concerned.
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Submitted by
Ray
a
from Sydney Oz Date Reviewed: April 15, 2004
Favorite Trail:
Local singletracks and trails.
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$30.00
Purchased At:
LBS
Strengths:
Easy to fit, excellent grip, soft, spongy, don't move on bars. Comfortable to use.
Weaknesses:
None as yet.
Similar Products Used:
stock Fisher, various other brands.
Bike Setup:
2004 Tass.. Thuddy, Cane Creek barends, WTB Laser Stealth..etc..
Bottom Line:
Great grips. No problems fitting, easy on the hands, just right size for me. Soaks up vibrations on the road as well as on the trails.
Can't fault them so far, nice tacky grips that are a pleasure to use.
Recommended.
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Submitted by
Locoman
a
from MA Date Reviewed: March 23, 2004
Duration Product Used:
2 Years
Price Paid:
$14.00
Purchased At:
LBS
Strengths:
Tacky grip, stays put..never moves.
Weaknesses:
None
Bottom Line:
These things are fantastic. I haven't posted that many product reviews, but I had to for these things. They deserve the rave. They're nice and tacky, have a great feel and they never move.
I don't see any reason to go back to the non-lockons. Hairspray, solvents, air compressors...bye-bye.
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Submitted by
Todd
a
from Oregon, USA Date Reviewed: January 8, 2004
Duration Product Used:
1 Year
Price Paid:
$20.00
Purchased At:
Fat Tire Farm
Strengths:
It doesn't slip, twist or fall off.
Weaknesses:
the clamps develop play, even when all the way tightened the grip rocks a couple of mm. the bolts strip. Teh rubber gets sticky and gooey. the clamps cut my hand
Similar Products Used:
regular grips
Bike Setup:
who cares...you ride it. 'nuff said.
Bottom Line:
these grips do prevent throttle, but they get gooey, develop "play" and the clamps are a potential safety issue. Some say it is too thick, I like the thickness. If you want a thinner grip, get the ruffian. I am not sure if other lockjaw brands (intense, yeti, oury) have the same problems, but I think you'd be better off using an air compresser after every ride than use these.
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Submitted by
Nitish Nag
a Cross Country Rider
from Fremont, CA Date Reviewed: December 19, 2003
Duration Product Used:
6 months
Price Paid:
$18.00
Purchased At:
Phat Tire
Strengths:
NEVER SLIPS, looks nice, super easy installation. Comfy and good grip.
Weaknesses:
A little heavy. 10$ more than regular grips .... (If it counts)
Similar Products Used:
No Namers, Race Face, WTB.
Bike Setup:
2003 Santa Cruz Blur, 2003 XTR with discs, Progressive 5th Element Air Shock, Easton Carbon Cockpit, eggbeaters SS,
Bottom Line:
This is the best innovation cycling has seen in quite a while. These make the installation of grips not a headache, but rather a few turning of some bolts. This is for the YETI grips. They offer good handlebar feedback without numbing the hands. Perfect size for average people. THE BEST GRIPS out there. If you are a weight weenie, your missing out on the benefits of these, spare 60 grams and get these.
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Submitted by
thegood
a Cross Country Rider
from Maryland Date Reviewed: December 13, 2003
Favorite Trail:
any one I can get to
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Purchased At:
Wrenchscience
Strengths:
Ease of installation.
Weaknesses:
None.
Similar Products Used:
Slip-ons
Bike Setup:
2004 Truth XTR
Bottom Line:
The Rogue are a kinda thick, so it took some getting used to because I was used the thinner slip-ons. Some dude I met on the trail said he didn't want to go with the lock-ons because of the weight (they are heavier)...but that's a lame-ass excuse to not use lock-ons...they're easy to install, and they stay put.
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Submitted by
Steve
a Weekend Warrior
from Tucson, AZ, USA Date Reviewed: October 31, 2003
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Price Paid:
$15.00
Purchased At:
lbs
Strengths:
Lock on is great
Weaknesses:
Rogue grips are too thick
Bottom Line:
Feel ok, but too thick. Thick grips make your hands tired faster, in my opinion.
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Submitted by
Ellie
a
from SF Bay Area, CA Date Reviewed: October 8, 2003
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$17.00
Purchased At:
123
Strengths:
Easy to install...yeah!. Nice grip texture and soft durometer rubber.
Weaknesses:
Metal lock collar makes the ends of your bar dangerous to car doors and other places you lean your bike against. A little heavy.
Similar Products Used:
Oury, Specialized, Ritchey
Bike Setup:
Truth-Romic, F100X, CrossMaxSL
Bottom Line:
These fit into my category of "recommend to everyone" ( along with Avid mechnical discs). They just makes so much sense, work great, grips are secure, and best of all if you have to change them out or pull off, it's simple as loosening two screws. I like them so much I'm putting them on my hold hard tail coverted to road!
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Submitted by
mike h
a Weekend Warrior
from terrace bc canada Date Reviewed: October 2, 2003
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$19.00
Purchased At:
bikeroom.com
Strengths:
everything
Weaknesses:
need to move levers and shifter down a bit but who cares.
Similar Products Used:
normal grips
Bike Setup:
02 brodie enduro
Bottom Line:
best grips i ever used, i thought it wouldn't make much of a difference but i bought them eliminate throtle grip. they dont move and they feel much beter and more comfortable than any grip ive ever used and they only cost 27.99 canadian for grips lockjaws and bar ends.
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Submitted by
Gabhan
a Cross Country Rider
from Guelph, Ontario Date Reviewed: September 11, 2003
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$15.00
Purchased At:
Ramsays
Strengths:
SOLID, will not move, awesome gripping power, meaty
Weaknesses:
delicate clamping system (be careful installing)
Bike Setup:
Rocky Mountain, Black Elite's
Bottom Line:
The best grips I've ever used, if you can (and you should) afford them, they will not disappoint.
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Submitted by
Ty
a Cross Country Rider
from Eugene, Oregon Date Reviewed: August 15, 2003
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$25.00
Purchased At:
lbs
Strengths:
goes on and off quick w/o an air compressor, feel great--nice and thick, wont move once they're on there.
Weaknesses:
The rubber seems a little slick when my hands get hot and sweaty--I hate riding with gloves. By the end of the ride, I am wiping my hands a lot to keep them dry so I can hold on.
Similar Products Used:
???
Bike Setup:
Specialized rockhopper comp, Marzocchi MX Comp, Titec Hellbent, other stuff
Bottom Line:
I really like the feel of these grips--they feel like the grips on a motorcycle or something. They were easy to put on, and haven't moved since. Plus, I like knowing I can remove them easily and not have to buy new ones--that justifies the extra cost right there. The rubber seems a little slippery when wet so far, but I've only used them a few rides, so maybe that will improve. Bottom line--I didn't know grips could make such a difference in the feel of my bike!
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Submitted by
PiroChu
a Cross Country Rider
from Mountain View, CA, USA Date Reviewed: June 16, 2003
Favorite Trail:
Soquel Demo & Felton
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$17.00
Purchased At:
Price Point
Similar Products Used:
Specialized dual-compound & WTB dual-compound
Bike Setup:
'99 FSRxc w/ '00 Marzocchi Atom 80mm & Avid mech disc 185mm (front) & MRP X-Rated Link
Bottom Line:
Got a combo set for $17 at Price Point that included a pair of grips & end plugs, 4 pieces of lock's & bolts. Great price, since LBS sells just a pair of grips for $15 and a pair of locks for another $16 or so.
* The grip-to-bar is solid. It doesn't twist or slide or move, once all is locked up.
* The grip-to-gloves is superb, too. No slipping. The meaty feel of the grip is quite confidence-aspiring for a better control of the bike in sketchy descends. They're easy on my palms (still precise, yet not 'mushy' or 'harsh') even after a long hard ride.
* Installation is very easy. Per reviews here, I was careful not to over-tighten the bolts. TIP: Don't put them on & go on a ride right away just yet. When putting/replacing new grips, the lock-on "tabs" on the grips need to be compressed down slightly, before you get that solid lock on the bar. I was very careful not to strip the bolts, so I evenly tightened the bolts snugly a little by a little, then wait for the 'tab' to be pressed down a bit (hence the grips will still twist around upon your hard gripping, which made me skeptical for a sec), then tighten some more again, and repeat a few times. I actually left them tightened pretty tightly over-night, and finished re-tighten some more the next day, and they haven't moved at all ever since.
* End-plugs are nice, too. They provide nice flairs at the end of the grips (so not to slip off, not that you would with such sticky grips). NOTE: After a hard ride, I noticed at home that one of the plugs were coming loose. (Good thing I didn't lose it on the trail.) It's probably because I didn't tighten it down hard enough, or things compressed a bit and needed re-tightening especially when new? Also, unfortunately I might have over-tighten the other plug, because the screw went digging further into the plug before stopping, unlike the other one. Not a big deal, as it still works fine.
* About its weight... The whole set was 154g (minus 27g, if you didn't use the pair of end-plugs). My WTB dual-compound was 75g or so. So, one could mathematically say that it's a 100% gain in weight. But "a 100% gain" of 75g is really nothing to worry about. I sure can't tell any difference when lifting up my bike.
Unless this insignificant weight gain bothers you, this is the BEST pair of performance-oriented grips you can treat yourself for - no regrets. (Like a CK headset of grips, to quote an earlier reviewer below.) My only regret is that I didn't get them sooner! I'm very happy with them.
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Submitted by
Tristan Meroni
a Downhiller
from Canada Date Reviewed: June 12, 2003
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Price Paid:
$25.00
Purchased At:
Mountain equipement coop.
Strengths:
they are good grips for the price
Weaknesses:
the feel of the grips arent that good and I dont like the grip pattern
Similar Products Used:
ruffians
Bottom Line:
the bottom line is ODIs are the best but buy ruffians and not rogues...
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Submitted by
Don C.
a Cross Country Rider
from San Diego Date Reviewed: June 4, 2003
Favorite Trail:
Mission Trails
Duration Product Used:
6 months
Price Paid:
$19.00
Purchased At:
Beyond Bikes
Strengths:
Quality Design...and materials
Weaknesses:
None.
Similar Products Used:
Assorted "regular" grips
Bike Setup:
Giant NRS-1
Bottom Line:
These grips are first rate. You put them on... careful not to over tighten, and that's it. You're set until you want to remove them, which you can do easily without destroying the grips. I have a couple of pair, one Ruffian and the Rogue. I've moved them from bike to bike, depending on the need. No sweat!
In my opinion, the added weight is not significant... not compared to the advantages.
The grips do not move... ever. Rain, sweat... whatever...they stay put. What more could you ask for?
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Submitted by
Craig
a Cross Country Rider
from Los Angeles, CA Date Reviewed: May 18, 2003
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$17.00
Purchased At:
jensonusa.com
Strengths:
Simple installation, won't move once you tighten them up. Fair price.
Weaknesses:
Anyone concerned with adding an extra 50g to their rig should not buy this product.
Similar Products Used:
none
Bike Setup:
hardtail, Airborne Corsair, full XTR except of course ISIS cranks.
Bottom Line:
These grips won't slide around, period. Take your time, put them on right the first time, don't overtighten, and pretty much forget about them. I did drop in a bit of Locktite just for good measure on the screws.
I was just really getting tired of my grips sliding around. A little water or sweat is all it took to get them moving around. Having my grips sliding in my hand didn't give me a whole lot of confidence. Bottom bottom line: I want to pull up on my bars and get the feeling my grips are rock solid, not going anywhere, I can count on you guys, got my back sort of thing. Does that make sense? Go get'em.
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Submitted by
Lance Lowry
a Racer
from Fullerton Date Reviewed: May 2, 2003
Favorite Trail:
Fullerton Loop
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$15.00
Purchased At:
pricepoint
Strengths:
Super easy removal and installation. Dummyproof product. Grip sticks like gum to gloves.
Weaknesses:
Weak tabs. Thats it.
Similar Products Used:
Serfas, Kona grips, styrofoam crap
Bike Setup:
Kona Roast-Titec Hanlebars/stem
Bottom Line:
These are the last grips I will ever buy. I can only find one weakness so far. The tabs that the aluminum locks bite are brittle. I attempted to take the clamp off after I snapped it on but did it with a flathead screw driver. My fault probably. Just be careful removing them once they are on. But why would you need to? The grips seem to not have much tread to grip but with some gloves they are sticky. 5 foot drops at speed don’t budge them. I know 5 foot isn’t too hardcore but I had Serfas grips before and they slid all over the place.
Bottom Line: Probably the most expensive grips you can buy, but $20 is better than paying $50 for 5 crappy grips. They stick very well, even in wet conditions. Come in various colors and I never need to worry about them slipping. Weight? Unless you are a racer and gram conscious these are still pretty light. Well worth their toughness and immobility. This is the Chris King Headset of Grips. Go get some and you won’t be sorry.
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Submitted by
Lupe'
a Weekend Warrior
from da Bronx Date Reviewed: April 7, 2003
Favorite Trail:
Van Cortlandt Park
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$25.00
Purchased At:
Tredd Bike Shop
Strengths:
Easy on. Easy off. Large diameter grip. Secure. Survived crashes that would shred other grips.
Weaknesses:
End caps are a PITA to get on. Hint- Use some chain lube inside your bar before installing end caps. Expensive (but worth it)
Similar Products Used:
WTB. Coda. Other factory grips.
Bike Setup:
Marin full sus.
Bottom Line:
I bought the grips because I was tired of shredding other grips with every crash. I didn't realize the added benifit of the large diameter. I get a better grip, that dosen't twist. This allows me to get my back end up higher as I twist on the grips while I am in the air. The baseball bat like grip causes less numbness in my fingers.
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Submitted by
Steve
a Cross Country Rider
from Brisbane, Australia Date Reviewed: April 3, 2003
Favorite Trail:
Naseby Forest, New Zealand
Duration Product Used:
1 Year
Price Paid:
$25.00
Purchased At:
AstroBike, Brisbane, Australia
Strengths:
Wide enough for big hands (unlike Ourys), never slip (unlike Ourys), dont tear on the ends if you crash (unlike Ourys), extremely easy to get on and off (unlike Ourys)
Weaknesses:
Just about faultless
Similar Products Used:
Ourys, but the only similarity is that they both claim to be grips, Profile Logo grips, Lizard Skin ODI lock-ons.
The best grip on the market, period. The only reason you'll read a good review of another grip is because the poor reviewer has never experienced these babies. Value = performance/price. Yes they cost a bit more, there's a reason, and it's all good!!!
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Submitted by
james hauser
a Weekend Warrior
from mesa arizona Date Reviewed: March 27, 2003
Favorite Trail:
national two or more times a week
Duration Product Used:
2 Years
Price Paid:
$24.00
Purchased At:
supergo tempe
Strengths:
thay dont slip even after two years of riding
Weaknesses:
none
Bottom Line:
buy a pair you will like them
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Submitted by
skinny
a Weekend Warrior
from Victoria, BC Date Reviewed: March 8, 2003
Duration Product Used:
1 Year
Strengths:
-do what they say they will (don't twist) -easy to put on (no screwing around with compressed air or WD40, or paint thinner or whatever)
Similar Products Used:
none
Bottom Line:
These grips are awesome. I put them on a year ago and totally forgot about them. I've never stripped any bolts, and the grips have always stayed tight. They're way easier to put on than the old Ourys. With the Ourys i had to use stuff like WD40 and paint thinner to get em on and they still turned on the bar, but these you just slide on, tighten, and ride.
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Submitted by
Jason
a Downhiller
from Modesto, CA Date Reviewed: March 4, 2003
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$10.00
Purchased At:
Supergo
Similar Products Used:
ODI Yeti hardcore grips
Bottom Line:
I love them because they have a larger diameter and a firm, uniform and tacky feel. They don't caused blisters like the uneven surface of the Yeti version.
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Submitted by
macaigne cyrus
a Weekend Warrior
from paris, france, europe Date Reviewed: February 22, 2003
Favorite Trail:
fontainebleau
Duration Product Used:
2 Years
Price Paid:
$18.00
Purchased At:
barracuda online store
Strengths:
don't rotate when it's wet, good looking, and portects my easton monkey lite carbon bar from impacts
Weaknesses:
wears fast
Similar Products Used:
normal grips (a lot of them)
Bike Setup:
spe enduro 2003 with z1 bam, tubeless wheels and so on...
Bottom Line:
they are very comfortable, and are a must have for any carbon bar user: when you fall, or when you hit a tree or a rock, the lock jaws take the impact, and saves your bars...
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Submitted by
Graham
a Weekend Warrior
from Perth, WA, AUstralia Date Reviewed: December 26, 2002
Duration Product Used:
2 Years
Price Paid:
$20.00
Purchased At:
Bicycle Entrepreneur
Bottom Line:
I once read a comment by Zapata Espinosa deriding the notion of bolt-on grips. Ignorant pr*ck! These grips are without a trace of doubt the best available grips and attaching systems to be found. They are supremely comfortable and remain tacky regardless of weather conditions. To be able to remove and replace grips on any type of handlebar without the customary hassle is simply brilliant. You have to wonder why it took so long for them to appear!
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Submitted by
Joe
a Cross Country Rider
from USA Date Reviewed: December 24, 2002
Duration Product Used:
2 Years
Price Paid:
$30.00
Purchased At:
LBS - $30 I think
Strengths:
1. NEVER slip 2. Super plush 3. Easy to get at levers/shifters 4. Very comfortable
Weaknesses:
1. May be too heavy for some weight-conscious people. 2. Very small hands might not fit well with them.
Similar Products Used:
Various regular-style grips
Bike Setup:
2000 Schwinn Moab 3, most everyting XT/XTR
Bottom Line:
A very nice set of grips. I replaced the Schwinn grips that came on the bike because they were too thin and slipped a lot. These do not slip and have made a drastic improvement in comfort on enven the longest rides. When they wear out, they are easily replaced, but last a long time anyways. Also, they just look plain cool clamped to the bars. 5 Chilis for Overall, 4 for value because of the high cost to begin with.
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Submitted by
FritzMan
a Cross Country Rider
from Ottawa, Canada Date Reviewed: December 16, 2002
Duration Product Used:
6 months
Purchased At:
MEC
Strengths:
Thick, grippy, durable, zero slipage with lock-on
Weaknesses:
Maybe weight, but I still use them on a 23.5 lbs dualie with discs...
Similar Products Used:
Oury, SRAM, Ritchey
Bike Setup:
SantaCruz SL, SRAM, RaceFace, Xmax UST, Marta discs
Bottom Line:
Easily the best grip I've found when it comes to thickness and feel. I don't have large hands, but i like to ride with part of my hand on the SRAM shortie shifter. Other grips which are not as thick have too much of a transition to the shifter, the Rogue makes for an almost flush transition.
I couldn't find grip-shift sizes so I cut 1/4 off a regular length grip and use only 1 locking collar on the end. Even with just 1 locking colar, that grip won't slip.
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Submitted by
jeff
a Weekend Warrior
from fort collins, CO, usa Date Reviewed: December 6, 2002
Favorite Trail:
anything urban
Duration Product Used:
6 months
Price Paid:
$18.00
Purchased At:
Pure bicycle center, salem, ma
Strengths:
Super chunky, like suspension for your palms... never move, unless you want them too & then it's easy. Once you have the rings, you just replace grips, also without ruining them for a change!
Weaknesses:
Maybe not so good for those with tiny hands or weight weenies
Similar Products Used:
1st pair of lock ons, other grips just don't compare
Bike Setup:
2001 Kona Roast (hardtail heaven), Fox Vanilla 125r, RaceFace risers & prodigy downhill cranks w/bashguard, Azonic shorty stem & love seat, AtomicLaboratories Trailpimps laced to XTdisc hubs(26'f, 24'r) Gazzaloddi 2.6(24')rear and 2.4 Motoraptor in front, LX drivetrain, ODI's of course!
Bottom Line:
These are the best grips I've ever ridden, the rogue specifically. It fills your hand like you're on a motocross bike, and it's so plush/like free suspension. Plus they look the balls on your bike. I don't imagine they work well with gripshift, but I don't use them so its a non-issue. They will never let go on you, and you won't tear the end of your grips off anymore, plus you can get at your levers without ruining them (a huge plus!) What are you reading this for, you should be buying them!
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Submitted by
Brizzad
a Downhiller
from Virginia, USA Date Reviewed: October 21, 2002
Favorite Trail:
American Fork
Duration Product Used:
6 months
Price Paid:
$12.00
Purchased At:
BTI
Strengths:
The lockjaws are the trick daddy in all grips. I had the Yetis first and they wear out quick, but the Rogue lasts and is real plush. Similar to OURY in plushness without the throttle grip.
Weaknesses:
So much fun to put on, too bad bikes only have room for 2 grips!
Similar Products Used:
Yeti Lockjaws, OURY (very sweet), Bontrager Ergo, ATI
Bike Setup:
Tricked out DB Reactor Dual w/ DJ2, Magura Louise FR, RF Prodigy DH
Bottom Line:
These are the grips you need, my friends. They look rad, the feel better, the lockjaws let you take them on and off when you need to get access to your brake lever or shifters. They are plush, they last a dang long time, work best with 661 Nasty gloves. Want the last grip you'll ever buy, get the ODI Rogue.
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Submitted by
SGT. ROCK
a Racer
from Edmonton, AB Date Reviewed: October 1, 2002
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Purchased At:
Price Point
Strengths:
Works as advertised
Weaknesses:
Too thick for me Little bit expensive Collars don't leave room for bar ends
Bike Setup:
hardtail
Bottom Line:
Great grips, easy to install, don't slip, seem durable (but it's really to soon to tell). Only problem is that the Rogue is too thick for me, should have gone with the slimmer Ruffian. My mistake, not a product problem.
If you use bar ends, the lock collars will crowd you on narrower bars.
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Submitted by
Matthew Stenberg
a Cross Country Rider
from Hazelwood, MO Date Reviewed: August 6, 2002
Favorite Trail:
Berryman
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$18.00
Purchased At:
JensonUSA
Strengths:
Work great.
Weaknesses:
None
Similar Products Used:
Many different grips throughout the years.
Bike Setup:
Cannondale SuperV 1000 with Chris King wheelset, XT disc brakes, Race Face cranks, XTR drivetrain.
Bottom Line:
The only grips I have ever owned that stay put on the bar, no matter what. Different grip types to choose from. You can change levers, shifters without ruining your grips.
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Submitted by
weather expert
a Weekend Warrior
from iowa Date Reviewed: July 15, 2002
Duration Product Used:
6 months
Purchased At:
jenson
Strengths:
easy on-off, gripshift and rf lengths, think and shock absorbing. haven't seen any wear yet.
Weaknesses:
can be a little bit slippery when wet, but still grips much better than other grips i've used.
Bike Setup:
gearie w/ gripshifts, single speed.
Bottom Line:
very satisfied w/ these grips. fits big hands nicely. acts as part of cheapstake's front suspension (use w/ 2.4 tires).
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Submitted by
Chris
a
from Colchester Date Reviewed: July 15, 2002
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$14.00
Strengths:
Never slip, very grippy, wider than the average grip
Weaknesses:
none
Bottom Line:
Very good grips, infact I'll say the best grips ever definatly buy if you don't have grip shift
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Submitted by
Ian Nicholls
a Racer
from Herts, England Date Reviewed: June 23, 2002
Favorite Trail:
Any without wind!!!
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$22.00
Purchased At:
Marshalls
Strengths:
Very grippy, feel very comfortable in my large hands. Do not slip. Makes you feel well in control
Weaknesses:
None!!!
Similar Products Used:
RSP Pro Grip
Bike Setup:
RSP M-Trax 300 Custom Build
Bottom Line:
If like me you have large hands, these are well worth trying. I can't fault them after 4 weeks of use.
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Submitted by
næstep
a Cross Country Rider
from SF Bay Area, California Date Reviewed: April 7, 2002
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Price Paid:
$13.00
Strengths:
Comfortable grip, sized right for my large hands Sufficiently tacky compound Grip shift and regular lengths
Weaknesses:
Rubber compound already showing light wear
Similar Products Used:
ODI Yeti Logo, Real Yeti Hardcores (still a favorite)
Bike Setup:
I have the Rouge grips on two bikes now, both with one twist shifter only (one bike with Speedhub, one with 9-speed Grip Shift/single front ring). I use a full-length Rouge for the left-side grip, and a short-length for the right-side grip. Works well.
Bottom Line:
Tried the ODI Yeti first, to duplicate the real Yeti Hardcores I'd been so happy with before that. Not the same. The ODI Yeti's have a smaller oval palm pad, and use an interesting rubber compound that is harder yet faster wearing than the original Hardcores — very, very fast wearing. The small raised lettering molded into the grip actually feels "sharp", like pointy ridges poking through the golve. Not at all as comfortable as I'd hoped.
The Rouge grips are great. Not quite as tacky as the ODI Yetis, but by no means a "slippery" grip. The larger diameter fits my large hands well. Nice transition to the grip portion of my Sram Attacks — the diameter of the Rouge is just a hair larger than the diameter of the ODI Lock Jaw clamps. I am noticing some light signs of wear already, but I do normally use a glove with an abrasive Kevlar palm, so that's probably responsible.
Overall a great system and a great grip.
* 4 chilis for value because of the buy-in cost for the system (not at all unreasonable @ $12-13 each for grips and clamps), and the grip prices are only slightly "overpriced" in the bicycle industry sense of the word.
* 4 chilis overall because ODI hasn't got the rubber compound just right — yet...
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Submitted by
andy
a Weekend Warrior
from mo Date Reviewed: April 6, 2002
Favorite Trail:
anything with jumps
Duration Product Used:
1 Year
Price Paid:
$17.00
Strengths:
They stay on and don't slip
Weaknesses:
the allen bolts are so small you have to buy a special wrench and even then i stripped them
Similar Products Used:
big chees, knucklebone,a lot of thers
Bike Setup:
schwinn moab all xt set up
Bottom Line:
good buy if you don't bend bars and don't plan on messing with anything
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Submitted by
Jeff Powers
a Weekend Warrior
from New York U.S,! Date Reviewed: March 19, 2002
Favorite Trail:
Still Well Park
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$10.00
Purchased At:
Brands
Strengths:
Grip,lock on easy off and on
Weaknesses:
none
Similar Products Used:
odi rouge bmx grips for my dirt jumping bike
Bike Setup:
trek 4500 with odi rouges and getting marzocchi mxr
Bottom Line:
great grip with and without gloves lock on system is great i had the bmx rouges for over a year and there still great great
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