Joined: Jan 2009
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From: New York, NY, and High Falls, NY, USA
Bikes: 1962 Rudge Sports, 1971 Raleigh Super Course, 1971 Raleigh Pro Track, 1974 Raleigh International, 1975 Viscount Fixie, 1982 McLean, 1996 Lemond (Ti), 2002 Burley Zydeco tandem
Foam grips provide cushioning. Also, their wide diameter spreads the pressure out, reducing the overall pressure.
We sold a whole lot, under the name Grab Ons. We charged a hefty labor rate to put them on, too. They were wildly popular in 1978 and 1979.