Foam grips: smooth or rough?
03-19-18 | 09:28 AM
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Foam grips: smooth or rough?
I'm about to order a Jones H Bar (Loop, SG), and instead of paying $24 for Jones brand foam grips, I'm gonna order off eBay.
I'm seeing two options: 'smooth' and 'rough' in terms of the finish. The Jones-brand ones appear to be smooth.
Any recommendations on finish, in terms of grip, sweat, wear&tear, etc? At least half the time I won't be wearing gloves, and I'll be doing trail-riding too.
I'm seeing two options: 'smooth' and 'rough' in terms of the finish. The Jones-brand ones appear to be smooth.
Any recommendations on finish, in terms of grip, sweat, wear&tear, etc? At least half the time I won't be wearing gloves, and I'll be doing trail-riding too.
03-19-18 | 09:48 AM
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My personal preference would be rough, but once again, that is personal preference. Either one will be comfortable. As far as wear and tear, I doubt one will wear better than the other, but any small tears or scuffs will not be as noticeable on the rough finish.
