back on the wagon - but have grip problems

churchillcp · June 2007

Hello folks, I finally got my bike fixed a few weeks ago, and have been back commuting for the first time in almost two years.

What I've noticed since riding it, is a problem I used to have a lot of when riding previously - that the handlebar grips keep sliding gradually along the handlebar. In the end it got so irritating that I just pulled them off completely, so that I only have the metal part of the handlebars showing, and put them in my bag.

Obviously this isn't as good for grip either! So, if I try and get these grips back where they belong, any tips on keeping them there?

Jonathan Mcp · June 2007

New grips & cheap hairspray to get them on, then hold them there..

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longers75 · June 2007

Hairspray?

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longers75 · June 2007

Jinx!

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monty_dogcp · June 2007

If wrapped properly, bar tape grips the bars tighter and shouldn't slip. Also, use a tape with a self-adhesive strip on the back which holds it in place.

MattBlackBigBoysBMX · June 2007

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Hairspray?

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Works as a lube to get them on, then dries sticky to stop them coming off.
Another option is double sided tape doused in white spirit. Again, it acts as a lube then once evaporated the tape holds the grips firm. This method also means you can adjust the diameter of the grip by simply using more tape. It's the same method as all the expensive golf club manufacturers use.

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JWSurrey · June 2007

Hi,
Am assuming you have bar grips on straight bars, rather than tape on drops.
I bought some Lizard Skins, that come with lock-rings placed either side of the grips - they've got a great feel to them too!

I used WD40 to squeeze on the previous pair, however they dissolved in to a sticky mush about 2 years later!

back on the wagon - but have grip problems

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