Like bar tape for drop bars, new grips for your mountain bike can make a huge difference in your comfort and control. There’s already a ton of options out there, but now there’s a few more!
Deity Supracush
Calling it “the most comfortable grip in the world” is likely a bit subjective, but Deity is confident you’ll like the feel to the Supracush. Originally meant to work for riders with larger hands, Deity found that riders of all hand sizes loved the feel as well. The grip has a 34mm diameter with a diamond pattern that is 8x larger than the traditional diamond pattern.
SUPRACUSH SPECIFICATIONS:
- 34mm outer diameter with plush cushioning throughout
- Deep dish DEITY diamond pattern compresses for comfort but also provides traction
- Featuring soft DEITY TRC+ rubber compound for exceptional durability and increased grip
- Tapered inner sleeve to insure perfect contact with the handlebar
- Single clamp design with forward facing bolts that feature loc-tite
- Lasered black ano 6061 T6 aluminum clamps
- 133mm length with 34mm outer diameter
- 118 grams for the set
- $21.99 USD
Deity Lockjaw
Drawing inspiration from their current Knuckleduster, the new Lockjaw Grips still use a recessed half waffle pattern. But on the top of the grip, you’ll find their new deep dish diamond pattern like on the Supracush. This one is a bit slimmer at 32mm in diameter, and still uses their tapered inner sleeve with single lock on ring and TRC+ rubber compound.
LOCKJAW SPECIFICATIONS:
- Padded thumb area for comfort and smooth transitions
- Recessed half waffle design for added control without hot spots
- Deep dish DEITY diamond pattern compresses for comfort but also provides unrivaled traction
- Featuring soft DEITY TRC+ rubber compound for durability and increased grip
- Tapered inner sleeve to insure perfect contact with the handlebar
- Single clamp design with forward facing bolts that feature loc-tite
- Lasered black ano 6061 T6 aluminum clamps
- 132mm length with 32mm outer diameter
- 104 grams for the set
- $21.99 USD
OURY V2 Single Lock On
While we’re on the subject of single lock ons, Oury just introduced their V2 single lock on grip. Taking the Oury shape and feel that has stood the test of time, Oury has now streamlined their lock on options with a new single collar model.
Measuring 135mm long with a 33mm outer diameter, the grips come in at 122g per set. The locking rings are provided by ODI and include a 3mm SCM-440 CRMO steel bolt which is always welcomed over the smaller 2.5mm bolts. These grips have a closed end, and are offered in five colors for $35 per set.
