Grip Recommendation
05-17-21 | 09:47 AM
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Grip Recommendation
Looking for a set of replacement grips that have a tacky feel. The only caveat is that I need one short grip due to the twist shifter on my bike.
Stock grip set on there now is 90mm/130mm.
Thanks in advance, folks!
Stock grip set on there now is 90mm/130mm.
Thanks in advance, folks!
05-17-21 | 11:07 AM
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I use ESI Extra Chunky, Wolf Tooth Fat Paws, and Grab On on various bikes. All of them have a nice tacky feel. The Extra Chunky and Fat Paws are probably too thick for use with Grip Shift but both ESI and Wolf Tooth make thinner version. To fit with a Grip Shift, you’ll just have to cut the grips to fit.
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05-17-21 | 10:03 PM
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For tacky grips, I’d suggest Oury classics like these: https://www.lizardskins.com/product-...=oury_grip&v=0. They can be easily cut down with a pair of scissors for twist shifters, and these things are sticky!
05-18-21 | 12:02 PM
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I use ESI Extra Chunky, Wolf Tooth Fat Paws, and Grab On on various bikes. All of them have a nice tacky feel. The Extra Chunky and Fat Paws are probably too thick for use with Grip Shift but both ESI and Wolf Tooth make thinner version. To fit with a Grip Shift, you’ll just have to cut the grips to fit.
You think one of those mini pipe cutters would give the grip a clean cut when I trim it down?
Also, any suggestions on how to get the grips that are on there off, relatively easily? (I do not have an air compressor)
05-18-21 | 01:34 PM
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Thanks for the recommendation, I ordered the ESI (standard) Chunky.
You think one of those mini pipe cutters would give the grip a clean cut when I trim it down?
Also, any suggestions on how to get the grips that are on there off, relatively easily? (I do not have an air compressor)
You think one of those mini pipe cutters would give the grip a clean cut when I trim it down?
Also, any suggestions on how to get the grips that are on there off, relatively easily? (I do not have an air compressor)
To get the old grips off, you can either cut them or slide a spoke, Allen wrench (2mm) or any thing else that is thin under them. Spray in a bit of water or alcohol and it will slide off.
One note on getting the grips on, they will probably be a bit tight. Make sure you use lots of water or alcohol or, my personal favorite, AquaNet hairspray. Just make sure you use lots and you might need to slide more in as you go...the same trick for taking them off works.
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Dreamin' of Bemidji Down the Mississippi (in part)
Plan Epsilon Around Lake Michigan in the era of Covid
Gold Fever Three days of dirt in Colorado
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Dinosaurs in Colorado A mountain bike guide to the Purgatory Canyon dinosaur trackway
Solo Without Pie. The search for pie in the Midwest.
Picking the Scablands. Washington and Oregon, 2005. Pie and spiders on the Columbia River!
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Dreamin' of Bemidji Down the Mississippi (in part)
Plan Epsilon Around Lake Michigan in the era of Covid
Gold Fever Three days of dirt in Colorado
Pokin' around the Poconos A cold ride around Lake Erie
Dinosaurs in Colorado A mountain bike guide to the Purgatory Canyon dinosaur trackway
Solo Without Pie. The search for pie in the Midwest.
Picking the Scablands. Washington and Oregon, 2005. Pie and spiders on the Columbia River!
05-18-21 | 04:03 PM
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A sharp knife will do to cut it to the size you need.
To get the old grips off, you can either cut them or slide a spoke, Allen wrench (2mm) or any thing else that is thin under them. Spray in a bit of water or alcohol and it will slide off.
One note on getting the grips on, they will probably be a bit tight. Make sure you use lots of water or alcohol or, my personal favorite, AquaNet hairspray. Just make sure you use lots and you might need to slide more in as you go...the same trick for taking them off works.
To get the old grips off, you can either cut them or slide a spoke, Allen wrench (2mm) or any thing else that is thin under them. Spray in a bit of water or alcohol and it will slide off.
One note on getting the grips on, they will probably be a bit tight. Make sure you use lots of water or alcohol or, my personal favorite, AquaNet hairspray. Just make sure you use lots and you might need to slide more in as you go...the same trick for taking them off works.
I can't get the stock bar end plugs out for the life of me.
05-18-21 | 05:16 PM
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Oops. Sorry. It’s White Rain. But I did buy a new bottle a couple of years ago to replace the bottle I had from the 80s. Long lasting indeed
Are they plastic? Use a box knife and pry the edge up. You’ll have go around the plug and keep prying. Once you’ve got enough space grab them with a pair of pliers, you can pull them out.
For replacement, look at these guys or these guys. They aren’t cheap but they last forever and add a personal touch to your bike. I have some from both. The Kustom Kaps plugs I have are my own adapted design.
I can't get the stock bar end plugs out for the life of me.
For replacement, look at these guys or these guys. They aren’t cheap but they last forever and add a personal touch to your bike. I have some from both. The Kustom Kaps plugs I have are my own adapted design.
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Dreamin' of Bemidji Down the Mississippi (in part)
Plan Epsilon Around Lake Michigan in the era of Covid
Gold Fever Three days of dirt in Colorado
Pokin' around the Poconos A cold ride around Lake Erie
Dinosaurs in Colorado A mountain bike guide to the Purgatory Canyon dinosaur trackway
Solo Without Pie. The search for pie in the Midwest.
Picking the Scablands. Washington and Oregon, 2005. Pie and spiders on the Columbia River!
Stuart Black
Dreamin' of Bemidji Down the Mississippi (in part)
Plan Epsilon Around Lake Michigan in the era of Covid
Gold Fever Three days of dirt in Colorado
Pokin' around the Poconos A cold ride around Lake Erie
Dinosaurs in Colorado A mountain bike guide to the Purgatory Canyon dinosaur trackway
Solo Without Pie. The search for pie in the Midwest.
Picking the Scablands. Washington and Oregon, 2005. Pie and spiders on the Columbia River!
05-20-21 | 06:13 PM
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I use ESI Extra Chunky, Wolf Tooth Fat Paws, and Grab On on various bikes. All of them have a nice tacky feel. The Extra Chunky and Fat Paws are probably too thick for use with Grip Shift but both ESI and Wolf Tooth make thinner version. To fit with a Grip Shift, you’ll just have to cut the grips to fit.
Took them for a spin today. The grips are amazing, exactly what I was looking for. Thanks a bunch!
