Hybrid Bicycles - Need info on handlebar ends for Giant Escape 1..

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JC1977
03-20-12, 01:21 PM
Hey guys...I'm looking into getting handle bar ends for my Giant Escape 1, I think I'll want another option to have my hands when I'm riding, and I think I'll like having the neutral option as well as the regular flat bar option....

So would this be a good option to add to my bike? Anyone have experience with handlbar ends? And where online can I find them, and which ones would be compatible with my Giant Escape 1...Thanks for reading guys :)

zerogravity
03-20-12, 01:40 PM
Bar ends are universal for the most part.
Amazon sells a few of them.
http://www.amazon.com/Origin8-Pro-Pulsion-Compe-Lite-Ends/dp/B002I7PRUQ
JC1977
03-20-12, 09:29 PM
I was hoping to find Giant bar ends, but not having much luck....And I'm wondering how easy it would be to install after market bar ends, like the Origin8's in the Amazon link...

pokey1
03-20-12, 10:30 PM
Check out ergon grips

wpt
zerogravity
03-20-12, 10:56 PM
Bar ends are super easy. You can probably buy GIANT bar ends directly from Giant.
Jimbo47
03-21-12, 09:10 AM
I just ordered this grip!

Ergon GC2 Race Grip!

http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/41p5c-v0XSL._AA300_.jpg

This post was timely since I had decided after this mornings ride that bar ends were long overdue.

My present grips are similar, but don't have the bar ends, but the extra hand position should make it even more comfortable.
JC1977
03-21-12, 11:05 AM
Thanks for the recommendation Jimbo....I found these on a website called Wheelworld.com...

http://wheelworld.com/product/giant-contact-bar-ends-44695-1.htm

Their from Giant...Would these be compatible with the Escape 1? And is this a reputable site to order from?
bowser29
03-21-12, 12:40 PM
I just ordered this grip!

Ergon GC2 Race Grip!

http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/41p5c-v0XSL._AA300_.jpg

This post was timely since I had decided after this mornings ride that bar ends were long overdue.

My present grips are similar, but don't have the bar ends, but the extra hand position should make it even more comfortable.

this is exactly what i have on my Diamondback Insight 1
CampDaley
03-21-12, 03:44 PM
I love the Ergons too. I got the GC3's. They're pricey... but I think they're worth it. Here's a pretty good price on Amazon:

http://www.amazon.com/Ergon-Comfort-Bicycle-Handlebar-Grips/dp/B002EZ6ZPI/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1332366087&sr=8-1