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The-Ox
a All Mountain RiderDate Reviewed: April 27, 2012
Strengths: Grip, durability, comfort, sizeWeaknesses: noneBottom Line: I got big hands and the stock Specialized Grapplers on my new Stumpy FSR were too thin and painful even with gloves. I loved Yeti Hard Cores for the comfort and the larger diameter, but I wanted something more durable that locked on. These are fantastic grips! Solid and comfortable with a great surface area to work with. You won't be disappointed!
Duration Product Used: Joplin
Price Paid:
$25.00
Purchased At: The Path
Similar Products Used: Yeti Hard Cores, Grapplers
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AC
a Cross Country RiderDate Reviewed: April 21, 2012
Strengths: Great grip, long lasting, no slip.Weaknesses: The screws rust out very quickly - not a problem until you are trying to get these off. I had to drill out one side. They're tough though, they took the abuse well when I tried to pry them.Bottom Line: Great heavy duty grips until it comes time to take them off.
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ParengBalot
a All Mountain Rider
from Roy, UTDate Reviewed: February 27, 2012
Strengths: Grip, Comfort, Ease of Installation, Feel, CushWeaknesses: HeavyBottom Line: Love these pair of grips. They have plenty of padding for comfort on epic rides & provide plenty of traction. Material is very durable & strong during crashes & alloy clamps protect the grip when hitting rocks. The plushness of the grips doesn't make your claws tired & very forgiving on rock garden trails, plus it doesn't give you calluses on your palms. They are very durable & last for plenty of miles of fun! I like the refill concept without having to buy the lock-on clamps to save on $$$.
The smaller grips are good for short races & control, but the Rogue are the only set of grips for all-terrain, all-mountain, & epic fun!
Summed up: Best of all gel grips with plenty of cush, traction, & toughness.
Yes, I would recomend this to a friend.
Likes: Grip, Comfort, Ease of Installation, Feel, Plushy
Dislikes: Heavy
Works For: All Mountain
Favorite Trail: SnowBasin Trails
Duration Product Used: More than 3 years
Price Paid:
$20.00
Purchased At: Tree For Fort
Bike Setup: Specialized Enduro SL Comp, IronHouse Hallowpoint
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Footer
a Weekend Warrior
from LADate Reviewed: November 8, 2011
Strengths: Grippy. Lock on. Cog for bar ends.Weaknesses: NoneBottom Line: Very happy with these. Grippy in both wet and dry conditions, good diameter for big hands. Have cog so they lock onto Cane Creek bar ends which are made of a similar rubber so they integrate well.
Favorite Trail: Oak Mtn
Duration Product Used: 3 months
Price Paid:
$15.00
Purchased At: Universal Cycles
Similar Products Used: Giant stock grips
Bike Setup: Giant XTC Comp.
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ccs1676
a Weekend Warrior
from Austin, TXDate Reviewed: September 25, 2011
Strengths: Stays on bars, does not slip. Solid.Weaknesses: None.Bottom Line: I got these grips because the stock ones on my Hardrock would literally slide around on the bar. Realizing just how hazardous that could be at some point, I needed new grips. First off, lock-ons are the way to go. You need your grips to just stay gripped tight on the bar. As far as other lock-ons go, I bet they are just as good if not better than these, I chose these strictly because of the reviews on this site. So far they have been absolutely fine. The allen screws which hold the grips on require a really small allen wrench. Be careful not too tighten too hard or you might bend that allen wrench.
Favorite Trail: Barton Creek Greenbelt
Duration Product Used: 3 months
Price Paid:
$28.00
Purchased At: Amazon
Similar Products Used: None, these are my first lock-ons.
Bike Setup: 2011 Hardrock Sport Disc SS
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greenblur
a Weekend Warrior
from Austin, TXDate Reviewed: September 3, 2011
Strengths: These grips existed 15 years ago when I raced BMX. I picked up mountain biking this year and I almost pooped my pants when I saw ODI made a lock on version. They're that good.Weaknesses: Are you kidding? I still have these on my 15 year old BMX and they are grippy and supple after all these years. The new, lock on versions I have on my mountain bike uphold the tradition of awesomeness.Bottom Line: Best . . . grips . . . . ever
Favorite Trail: Barton Creek Greenbelt
Duration Product Used: 1 Year
Price Paid:
$20.00
Similar Products Used: Oury, Salsa
Bike Setup: Salsa Spearfish - Reba RL, X7/X9 shifters/derailleurs, RaceFace Atlas AM crank, Kenda Slant Six tires, ODB lock ons, Fizik seat
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maylath310
a Cross Country Rider
from PA, USADate Reviewed: August 6, 2011
Strengths: Great for larger hands. Grip is soft which helps to reduce vibration.Weaknesses: The rubber material of the grip and twist a small amount with the grip still locked in place, basically unnoticeable. This is only because its a thicker grip.Bottom Line: Love the grips, have them on my two man rides. Work well with both gloves and bare hands. Lock-on in my opinion is a must. Makes removal a breeze and the grips never throttle. Would recommend these grips to anyone with larger hands, I wear large or extra large gloves. If you have smaller hands than that go with the ruffian, another superb grip.
Favorite Trail: White Clay Creek, DE
Duration Product Used: 2 Years
Price Paid:
$15.00
Purchased At: JensonUSA
Similar Products Used: ODI Ruffian (too small for me), Stock Bontrager grips
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woahey
a Cross Country Rider
from Sedona AZDate Reviewed: July 31, 2011
Strengths: Great grips- Large diameter is nice for larger hands, nice amount of cushion, NO movementWeaknesses: They do get a little slick in the rain. I've been told if I scrub it with a dish pad it will helpBottom Line: Great grip overall. I will definitely buy another set when I wear these out. I bought at top dollar through Blue Sky, could've saved money at LBS. Unlike others, I wont ding value rating due to my inability to shop around :)
Duration Product Used: Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$35.00
Purchased At: Blue Sky
Similar Products Used: Sram lock-ons, Lizard Skin
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keeponrollin
a Weekend Warrior
from TNDate Reviewed: July 12, 2011
Strengths: no movement what-so-ever! easy installation. great variety of clamp colors.Weaknesses: i accidentally bought the replacement pack which just included the grips and snap caps...no clamps. i ended up buying them off of www.odigrips.com with custom etching <-(plus)Bottom Line: they are great if u want grips that will last you a while (i heard this from an experienced rider). i have yet to take them on one of my more serious rides. i will be updating my review later.
my value rating is medium because i payed almost 40 for them...on accident...MAKE SURE U DONT GET THE REPLACEMENT PACK ON ACCIDENT!!!
Favorite Trail: i.c. king
Duration Product Used: Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$35.00
Purchased At: local shop and onlin
Similar Products Used: n/a
Bike Setup: read my profile
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dlongto
a Weekend Warrior
from Golden, CODate Reviewed: June 20, 2011
Strengths: stay put, cushyWeaknesses: note liteBottom Line: These are great for rigid. I have small hands and don't buy the argument that they are too fat. Also good are the ODI comfort grip which doesn't lock down - sorta a non-lock Rogue.
Favorite Trail: Mary's Loop
Duration Product Used: More than 3 years
Price Paid:
$20.00
Purchased At: bikeparts.com here i
Similar Products Used: lots
Bike Setup: rigid steel SS
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ehigh
a Downhiller
from San Luis ObispoDate Reviewed: May 28, 2011
Strengths: They're very comfortable on my hands. I'm 6'3", so I obviously have some bigger hands. Whether I am wearing gloves or not does not change how much I like the grips themselves (albeit, I still mountain bike with gloves on).
I ordered them online, and got the lazer etching on them in the stencil font, came out looking nice.
Like all properly working lock on grips, they don't move around.
hand doesn't wiggle around
Weaknesses: I have not experienced any. If I find any trouble with these, I will be sure to make an update.Bottom Line: They kick ass! I have found them to be highly recommended by people here on MTBR and at the bike shop. I hear that ODI Ruffian's are also great (though I would likely get Ruffian MXs myself) but I picked these as I figured the grip style would last longer as it is more defined than the grip style on the Ruffian's (even the MXs ones)
I really regret purchasing the Crank Brothers Iodine grips, as they wore within a few weeks. Using this website is a great way to make decisions!
on a side note, I'm not actually on a downhill bike. I mostly do free ride and all mountain
Favorite Trail: Hazard Peak Trail
Duration Product Used: Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$25.00
Purchased At: ODIgrips.com
Similar Products Used: Norco lock on grips. Crank Brothers Iodine lock-on grips. plenty of stock grips in the course of my life.
Bike Setup: Norco Range 3, upgrades consist of a Phenom seat by Specialized and Straitline Pedals.
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South OC DH
a Downhiller
from Mission Viejo, CADate Reviewed: April 29, 2011
Strengths: Harder compound for longevity. They stick to my glove better too.Weaknesses: None.Bottom Line: These are the best grips I have owned. I wont buy another grip again. The price is right and there are many colors to choose from.
Favorite Trail: All
Duration Product Used: 3 months
Price Paid:
$25.00
Purchased At: The Bike Company
Similar Products Used: OEM grips.
Bike Setup: Demo 8, Shimano Saint everything, Sunline bars.
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ProjectDan35
a Cross Country Rider
from Rhode IslandDate Reviewed: March 21, 2011
Strengths: Lock on. Made for bigger hands, comfortable, they don't budge once locked on. Look great, comes with fancy ODI end caps that snap on to the lock.Weaknesses: None.Bottom Line: Bottom line, they are great. I want to try OURY lock on grips to compare how comfortable they are. I bought anodized blue locks for some bling on my bike.
Duration Product Used: 3 months
Price Paid:
$10.00
Purchased At: Jenson USA
Bike Setup: 2010 Specialized Rockhopper Comp with many upgrades.
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Nitrogenus
a Weekend Warrior
from Chattanooga, TNDate Reviewed: March 4, 2011
Strengths: Comfortable. Solid installation. Cheap.Weaknesses: They do not massage your hands while you ride.Bottom Line: These grips, like other ODI lock-ons are solid once installed.
Grip and comfort are top notch. I will definitely purchase again.
Duration Product Used: 2 Years
Price Paid:
$20.00
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pieschelc
a Downhiller
from Colton, Oregon, USDate Reviewed: February 22, 2011
Strengths: Clamp on and do not move around at all. They are soft and easy on the hands. They are a little fatter to which helps. They also wear slowlyWeaknesses: None hereBottom Line: These are the best grips I have used. I have used at least 15 different types of grips when I raced motorcross. I wish I would have found these way earlier. Over all they are great.
Favorite Trail: Post Canyon Hoodriver
Duration Product Used: 1 Year
Price Paid:
$17.00
Purchased At: Tree Fort bikes
Similar Products Used: Others OEM grips
Bike Setup: 2009 Kona Dawgma with many upgrades
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