TEAM ISSUED: ESI 'Chunky' Silicone Grips
By: Giant Mid-Atlantic
It's been a few months now with our new ESI Silicone grips. Throughout that time, we've put them through all sorts of conditions and scenarios, including last weekend's muddy race at the Cascade Classic. The entire team received the 'Chunky' version, as opposed to the 'Racer's Edge' version, for its extra padding and comfort. Here's the low-down on the goods:
First Impression: Out of the packaging, these things are hot looking (especially in white, pictured above). Once out of the packaging, the first thing that hits you is the incredibly light weight of these grips. In fact, the packaging is heavier than the grips. I kid you not.
Installation: Amongst the team, we've used water and rubbing alcohol. Both seem to work very well and leave no residue. Just wet the inside of the grip and slide on, making sure the thicker side is facing up so your palms are resting there while riding. Note: if using rubbing alcohol, installation should be performed quickly, as it is volatile and evaporates quickly.
First Ride: Once installed, the grips are solid on our bars. No slipping, twisting, sliding, etc. The feel is superb, with a great balance of softness and firmness. Without gloves, you still have adequate grip on the bars, and with gloves it's like your hands are glued on. The team had previously used a mix of grips, and everyone has been able to adjust to these immediately without problem.
Long-term performance: The grips are still in great shape, very little wear is noticed after countless rides in dry and wet. Our white grips are still relatively clean as well, maintained with soapy water and some elbow grease. They are still solidly installed, with no slipping, twisting, or sliding since installation.
Final Verdict: It's hard to imagine using any other grip for our race and trail bikes. The overall performance of the ESI grips is heads and foam above the competition.
Get yours at www.esigrips.com
White ESI 'Chunky' silicone grips on GMA team Anthem X race bike.
It's been a few months now with our new ESI Silicone grips. Throughout that time, we've put them through all sorts of conditions and scenarios, including last weekend's muddy race at the Cascade Classic. The entire team received the 'Chunky' version, as opposed to the 'Racer's Edge' version, for its extra padding and comfort. Here's the low-down on the goods:
First Impression: Out of the packaging, these things are hot looking (especially in white, pictured above). Once out of the packaging, the first thing that hits you is the incredibly light weight of these grips. In fact, the packaging is heavier than the grips. I kid you not.
Installation: Amongst the team, we've used water and rubbing alcohol. Both seem to work very well and leave no residue. Just wet the inside of the grip and slide on, making sure the thicker side is facing up so your palms are resting there while riding. Note: if using rubbing alcohol, installation should be performed quickly, as it is volatile and evaporates quickly.
First Ride: Once installed, the grips are solid on our bars. No slipping, twisting, sliding, etc. The feel is superb, with a great balance of softness and firmness. Without gloves, you still have adequate grip on the bars, and with gloves it's like your hands are glued on. The team had previously used a mix of grips, and everyone has been able to adjust to these immediately without problem.
Long-term performance: The grips are still in great shape, very little wear is noticed after countless rides in dry and wet. Our white grips are still relatively clean as well, maintained with soapy water and some elbow grease. They are still solidly installed, with no slipping, twisting, or sliding since installation.
Final Verdict: It's hard to imagine using any other grip for our race and trail bikes. The overall performance of the ESI grips is heads and foam above the competition.
Get yours at www.esigrips.com
Labels: chunky, esi grips, Giant Bicycles
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