Submitted by
mike_d_1583
a Racer
from cincinnati, ohio
Date Reviewed: July 27, 2009
Strengths: Easy to install, great grip. Review is for the lock-on type
Weaknesses: Allen bolts sometimes hit hands, but no big deal, just put some electrical tape over them...
Bottom Line:
This is an awesome grip. Paired with some thin mechanic gloves, your hands stick like glue. Put about 600 miles on a pair before needing replaced. They help absorb the impact from 2-4 jumps and large roots. Can't think of anything else to say, after all, there just grips
Similar Products Used: These are my second pair of grips. And they are far better than the stock grips that come on the giant yukon.
Bike Setup: Everything is upgraded to high quality stuff. except i broke my rear hub this afternoon, but i have shimano deore POS rims on it. Im probably going to get a hope pro race II. only things that are stock are handle bars, stem, seat post, and rear brake cable
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Submitted by
Troy Donovan
a Cross Country Rider
from New Zealand
Date Reviewed: August 3, 2006
Strengths: great grip, excellent feel and long life
Weaknesses: tricky to get on (but dont move one on so no problem really)
Bottom Line:
Man these are sweet! had them for 10 years (yep!) on a Proflex 856 that just died - the grips are still good, have kept soft and still grip. Going to buy lock-on Yeti's for my new MC San Andreas
Similar Products Used: usual stock stuff from the shops - all were c*&p so ordered these from USA
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Submitted by
Matt Stell
a Cross Country Rider
from Cumming, GA
Date Reviewed: May 4, 2006
Strengths: Soft grip, looks nice
Weaknesses: Difficult to get on until you know what you're doing...
Bottom Line:
Very comfortable grips that are much better than stock. Couldn't get them on without soaking the grips in alcohol and then quickly sliding them on. Now there is absolutely NO twisting on the bars. Overall very comfortable, and for the price they are hard to beat. I thought about the lock-on grips which are easier to install, but I'm happy with these.
Strengths: very grippy, easy to install, so far they're awesome
Weaknesses: none so far
Bottom Line:
these are great grips and are a little soft, but are an extreme upgrade next to my other specialized grips that come stalk on almost all of their bikes. get the yetis!!!
Bike Setup: azonic eliminater frame, xt rear derailleur, lx rear front derailleur, lx cranks, thompson seat post, xt shifters, marzocchi MX comp w/ ETA, cane creek s2 headset, mavic 717 wheels, avid bb7's, and a lot of other good stuff
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Submitted by
Jon Sillito
a Cross Country Rider
from Manchester, UK
Date Reviewed: December 26, 2005
Strengths: DOES NOT SLIP/ROTATE/CREEP AT ALL!!! Even when I try and move it!
Weaknesses: Wears a little quickly.
Bottom Line:
I ride at least a hour a day on average, usually with gloves, sometimes without, and these grips never let my hands slip. They are comfortable, and will not move a nanometer once they are on. I've had them on and off a few times too, to change/adjust brake and shifter levers, and they are a doddle to adjust. Did I mention, they will not move! They seem to be wearing, but I'm not that bothered, as you can get replacement grips minus the lock on bits for a few quidm which in my eyes is worth it for the performance! They cost a few more pennies, but these are the best grips you can get.
The best grip out there they wear out somewhat faster than others but they give you the stickiest and softness you want for narly terrain. I have had others that last longer but it is at the expense of being harder rubber making them harder on the hands. If you are looking for a set of grips that is going to perform awesome for a reasonable amount of time get this you won't go back to anything else.
Strengths: sticky, hold on the handlebar without problem, durable
Weaknesses: none
Bottom Line:
I had those on 3 bikes, they are really great, when they get dirty use a bio degreaser or wd-40 on them it's going to make them become stick again, really durable and doesnt move on the handlebar, great grips
Similar Products Used: Oury, Specialized, Lizard Skins
Bike Setup: 03 Carbon Fuel, XTR, Mavic Crossmax, etc...
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Submitted by
Tyler
a Cross Country Rider
from Dallas ,TX
Date Reviewed: April 26, 2003
Strengths: Doesn't move once on the bar Looks Good grip, but maybe too soft for some
Weaknesses: Somewhat difficult to install Tends to get 'mushy' after a long ride Color fades if you wear gloves
Bottom Line:
If you are looking for a somewhat soft grip that looks cool then buy these grips. I have red, and it definately accents my bike. Take into account that these grips tend to get 'mushy' or 'squishy' after a long ride.
Submitted by
Eric
a Cross Country Rider
from Mountain View
Date Reviewed: January 14, 2003
Strengths: Look cool
Weaknesses: They last about 3 months.
Bottom Line:
These grips were comfortable enough. They are a bit on the soft side and tend to squirm around a bit during steep climbs. Within a couple of rides they look really warn, and after a few months they looked more worn out thatn a set of grips that I've had on another bike for 5 years.
Unless you have to hace the Yeti logo on your bike, skip 'em.
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