GP5 - amzn.to/3nKktsf (this is the most comfortable grip by far, it adds 2 extra hand positions) Check out my comparison video here: ua-cam.com/video/yMEdV-j68M8/v-deo.html
I’m expecting to have a set of these delivered today! I’m looking forward to putting these on and testing them. These should make my commute and my longer rides much more comfortable.
I have the same grips (just got them). First ride with them was last night (25 miles). It was really nice to have a different position when my hands started to cramp. It really helped with my cramps a ton. Just being able to reposition for a couple minutes was a huge help.
Between this and the comparison video, I know which to buy. Have aMTB that I ride mainly as an everyday bike in the winter and turn my hands in that position for comfort. Thanks
What brand Mirror is that?? I currently use GP3 and a mirror, but it seems to get in the way too easily, that one you have looks like it won’t. Great Work and Love all your Videos..
GP5looks the most interesting to me. I got a Merida Speeder 300 fitness bike. What bothers me is that the Ergon site says the gp4 and gp5 are only for touring and for fitness bikes they only go up to gp3? Having 1 finger not fitting on the grip sounds uncomfortable to me.
Bar ends makes me nervous about clipping onto railings/bushes, have fallen off my bike twice clipping my regular handle bar between the gaps in railings on a narrow path when making way for other cyclist coming from the opposite direction
I don't think you can buy it there. I have found it on Amazon, REI and for European friends it's also available on BikeInn. I'm sure you can pick it up in many local bike shops too. Happy pedaling!
This is a really awesome idea, cause you can have options of different riding positions on a flat bar, which most people favor for its manouverability and agility in the city. I like the bull horns, it's my favorite riding position
I just installed this exact grip on a new bike. The original grips came off easily with the use of a pressurized air hose. The new grips slid on nicely, but the new grips rotate and slid off. What is the recommended way to make the new grips stay in place?
I had a pair but was not satisfied/confident with the extensions as they would loosen on long rides...very dangerous! The design needs to be way more secure and accident proof.
Hi, before buying (as they are costly - understably, sure and i want them) it looks like you can slide them up the tube/bar of the handlebar. Can you? I have a 22.2 mm Kyote bar, and i want to fit 2 grips in line on each side. As internal/inner bar ends. Could you please confirm? I'm interested in these gp5 because of the short gripshift version. I know i could just fit some barends/internal barends near the centre of the handlebar, but i want (need) also the grips to lean my hands on. Pleeease helpppp 😁😁😁 (and thanks so much i'll follow your other rreviews :) )
Not really - if you get Ergon GP3, 4 or 5 the horn (short on the 3, long on the 5) limits how wide your hand can go. On the GP1 and 2 it’s comfortable to allow your hand to overlap the end of the grip while still using the palm cushion so that gives more width. On the GP4 and 5 you can grab the horn from the outside which gives width but not great control. More something to do for a change of position on a long ride. Btw Ergon make small and large versions for different hand sizes.
I see that you use a rearview mirror on the left side below the handlebar, I use a cat's eye mirror that comes out of the side of the handlebar, but I see that if I use the GP5 then I would lose vision when taking the grips in the second position or middle position , What is your opinion?
@@BikeCommuterHero I think there's lots of alternatives to this with similar if not better quality. I understand premium products can charge premium prices but the line has to be drawn somewhere.
I agree. There are certain products I wouldn't consider buying just because of the price tag. Each one needs to draw the line for himself depending on needs, wants and budget constraints. As for the better budget alternatives, I'd love if you could recommend some so I could check them out and maybe even compare them. I own a few other bar end grips at lower price points, but I've found these the most comfortable so far.
When the Ergon Grips entered the market 20y ago, I thought never putting those kind of funky + ugly looking grips on one of my bikes but after using them for over a decade for commuting + touring I don't look for anything else.
The GP series goes from the GP1 to the GP5, increasing the size of the horns. GP1 = no horns, GP5 = biggest horns, as seen in this video. He's got a video of the GP4 here: ua-cam.com/video/hf22csB1Ivw/v-deo.html
Bear in mind, the cheap ones for sale on sites like AliExpress look the same as the Ergon grips, but they aren't identical. for example, the Ali ones use different materials.The rubber in the palm rests isn't as soft, which might make a difference to comfort and how much shock they absorb. Also, the clamps that lock the grip onto the bar aren't as nicely made and are harder to use. The allen bolt heads are smaller and hidden under a bit of rubber. On the Ergon grips, the allen heads are nice and big, so you get more purchase and the wrench is less likely to slip out or round off the bolt. They also face up on top of the grip (at least the way I have mine set up), so you can get at them easily to make adjustments. I've had Ergon's for six months and love them to bits. I just got a set of Chinese ones, so I can't tell you if the difference is enough to justify the more expensive price. But, there is definitely a difference. Cheers
@@StarxPlayz7 Sometimes you get lucky, other times not. I've just received a Chinese-made, alloy out-front mount for my Garmin which is great. It puts the computer just where i want it and clamps up nice and tight. All for about US$11. But, when it comes to grips, I think I'll stick to the originals. They're more comfortable and I think they'll last a bit longer. If yours keep coming loose, try some loc-tite on the bolts. It might do the trick! Cheers
@@BikeCommuterHero Yeah the biggest one I could find is 455mm wide on Amazon, Im thinking on trying it up with a cushy tape to make it as close as possible with the "hoods" of a drop bar without paying for the conver$ion.
Another reason not to buy these is because it is ridiculous that the bar-ends are not sold seperately. Many bikes come with GP1 grips and there is no way to upgrade. Just unkind to customers and environment alike.
I have a set of Ergon GP1 grips which don't come with bar ends. But, you can easily buy a set of cheap bar ends for a few bucks and fit them to your bar. I had a set in my parts box and they work fine for me. Frankly, I don't like the look of the Ergon ends very much. I'm sure they are very well engineered, but they all look too short to get a decent grip if you want to stand up and crank the pedals.
GP5 - amzn.to/3nKktsf (this is the most comfortable grip by far, it adds 2 extra hand positions)
Check out my comparison video here: ua-cam.com/video/yMEdV-j68M8/v-deo.html
Thank you! Your two videos on these grips made it easy for me to decide what to get. Cheers!
I agree, what I would like to know is the make of that mirror
I’m expecting to have a set of these delivered today! I’m looking forward to putting these on and testing them. These should make my commute and my longer rides much more comfortable.
Hi, I'm convinced to buy the Ergon GP5. Can you also tell us the model of that mirror? It seems so handy. Thanks.
I have the same grips (just got them). First ride with them was last night (25 miles). It was really nice to have a different position when my hands started to cramp. It really helped with my cramps a ton. Just being able to reposition for a couple minutes was a huge help.
Ordering them tonight. Thanks Really surprised you don't have more subscribers.
Much appreciated! It’s a new channel and I have a lot to learn.
Between this and the comparison video, I know which to buy. Have aMTB that I ride mainly as an everyday bike in the winter and turn my hands in that position for comfort. Thanks
I hope you will find them as comfortable as I do. They take your bike comfort to a completely new level.
what kind of low profile helmet are you wearing
Thanks for the video, just ordered the gb5 grips, looking forward to trying them out.
What brand Mirror is that?? I currently use GP3 and a mirror, but it seems to get in the way too easily, that one you have looks like it won’t. Great Work and Love all your Videos..
When I bought these grips I thought: wow how could I even live without them before? Very convenient.
Awesome video🤙 keep up the great work. I just found a pair of these at local shop b/c of this
cheers mate great little vid
Glad you enjoyed it! Happy riding!
thanks sam iam convinced and just ordered in germany 52€ !
GP5looks the most interesting to me. I got a Merida Speeder 300 fitness bike. What bothers me is that the Ergon site says the gp4 and gp5 are only for touring and for fitness bikes they only go up to gp3? Having 1 finger not fitting on the grip sounds uncomfortable to me.
Bar ends makes me nervous about clipping onto railings/bushes, have fallen off my bike twice clipping my regular handle bar between the gaps in railings on a narrow path when making way for other cyclist coming from the opposite direction
Which brand, and model side mirror?
Good Review! Where you bought the mirror? Have on Aliexpress?
I don't think you can buy it there. I have found it on Amazon, REI and for European friends it's also available on BikeInn. I'm sure you can pick it up in many local bike shops too. Happy pedaling!
@@BikeCommuterHero thanks
@@BikeCommuterHero What's the brand of the mirror?
Great video
Just a question can we adjust the angle of the bar?
This is a really awesome idea, cause you can have options of different riding positions on a flat bar, which most people favor for its manouverability and agility in the city. I like the bull horns, it's my favorite riding position
do you have the amazon link to this mirror
I just installed this exact grip on a new bike. The original grips came off easily with the use of a pressurized air hose. The new grips slid on nicely, but the new grips rotate and slid off. What is the recommended way to make the new grips stay in place?
Hi, can u just hold the horn while standing n riding? Mine don't seem to be able to tightened to ride that way
I had a pair but was not satisfied/confident with the extensions as they would loosen on long rides...very dangerous! The design needs to be way more secure and accident proof.
Hi, before buying (as they are costly - understably, sure and i want them) it looks like you can slide them up the tube/bar of the handlebar. Can you? I have a 22.2 mm Kyote bar, and i want to fit 2 grips in line on each side. As internal/inner bar ends. Could you please confirm? I'm interested in these gp5 because of the short gripshift version. I know i could just fit some barends/internal barends near the centre of the handlebar, but i want (need) also the grips to lean my hands on. Pleeease helpppp 😁😁😁 (and thanks so much i'll follow your other rreviews :) )
Are those the large or small
Great review. I want to get the mirror ... I already have the grips .... what brand is the mirror ?
Thanks G Man! I bought my mirror in Decathlon.
The look good. My gravel bike is going to like them
Will they add any more width to the handlebars? That's what I need most, the rest is just an awesome bonus. Great video. Wonderful content. Cheers .
Not really - if you get Ergon GP3, 4 or 5 the horn (short on the 3, long on the 5) limits how wide your hand can go. On the GP1 and 2 it’s comfortable to allow your hand to overlap the end of the grip while still using the palm cushion so that gives more width. On the GP4 and 5 you can grab the horn from the outside which gives width but not great control. More something to do for a change of position on a long ride. Btw Ergon make small and large versions for different hand sizes.
@@petergilbert72 thank you for your time & explanation. Looks like I need a new bar.
I see that you use a rearview mirror on the left side below the handlebar, I use a cat's eye mirror that comes out of the side of the handlebar, but I see that if I use the GP5 then I would lose vision when taking the grips in the second position or middle position , What is your opinion?
I could get a new stem and a butterfly handlebar for a similar cost, thats crazy lmao
That's true, but what if you don't want a butterfly handlebar, just another hand position? It's not cheap, but it makes riding a lot more comfortable.
@@BikeCommuterHero I think there's lots of alternatives to this with similar if not better quality. I understand premium products can charge premium prices but the line has to be drawn somewhere.
I agree. There are certain products I wouldn't consider buying just because of the price tag. Each one needs to draw the line for himself depending on needs, wants and budget constraints.
As for the better budget alternatives, I'd love if you could recommend some so I could check them out and maybe even compare them. I own a few other bar end grips at lower price points, but I've found these the most comfortable so far.
When the Ergon Grips entered the market 20y ago, I thought never putting those kind of funky + ugly looking grips on one of my bikes but after using them for over a decade for commuting + touring I don't look for anything else.
Hello, is it possible to use it without stems (bull horns)? I only need them in multi-day trips.
Yes, the version without the horns is called the GP1: ergonbike.shop/collections/grips/products/ergon-gp1
The GP series goes from the GP1 to the GP5, increasing the size of the horns. GP1 = no horns, GP5 = biggest horns, as seen in this video. He's got a video of the GP4 here: ua-cam.com/video/hf22csB1Ivw/v-deo.html
$80 grips, waaaaaaat, how long will they last?
awesome,just ordered from china
Cool! Where did you find them?
Bear in mind, the cheap ones for sale on sites like AliExpress look the same as the Ergon grips, but they aren't identical.
for example, the Ali ones use different materials.The rubber in the palm rests isn't as soft, which might make a difference to comfort and how much shock they absorb.
Also, the clamps that lock the grip onto the bar aren't as nicely made and are harder to use. The allen bolt heads are smaller and hidden under a bit of rubber.
On the Ergon grips, the allen heads are nice and big, so you get more purchase and the wrench is less likely to slip out or round off the bolt. They also face up on top of the grip (at least the way I have mine set up), so you can get at them easily to make adjustments.
I've had Ergon's for six months and love them to bits. I just got a set of Chinese ones, so I can't tell you if the difference is enough to justify the more expensive price. But, there is definitely a difference.
Cheers
@@StarxPlayz7 Sometimes you get lucky, other times not. I've just received a Chinese-made, alloy out-front mount for my Garmin which is great. It puts the computer just where i want it and clamps up nice and tight. All for about US$11.
But, when it comes to grips, I think I'll stick to the originals. They're more comfortable and I think they'll last a bit longer.
If yours keep coming loose, try some loc-tite on the bolts. It might do the trick!
Cheers
What about "bull horn" handlebars?
I find them too narrow. Plus the lack of adjustability makes them less than ideal for my commute.
@@BikeCommuterHero Yeah the biggest one I could find is 455mm wide on Amazon, Im thinking on trying it up with a cushy tape to make it as close as possible with the "hoods" of a drop bar without paying for the conver$ion.
I have GP3s on my bikes, are the GP5s with those extra top grips really worth it?
Not unless you’re unhappy with the GP3s. I personally prefer the 5.
can it be used for folding bike?
I saw the GP3 on a folding bike before. I believe it depends on how your bike folds, but the GP5 is pretty big so it might cause some issues.
@@BikeCommuterHero i bought it last week. it fits perfectly!
Good day! What is the width size of your tires?
Another reason not to buy these is because it is ridiculous that the bar-ends are not sold seperately. Many bikes come with GP1 grips and there is no way to upgrade. Just unkind to customers and environment alike.
I have a set of Ergon GP1 grips which don't come with bar ends. But, you can easily buy a set of cheap bar ends for a few bucks and fit them to your bar.
I had a set in my parts box and they work fine for me.
Frankly, I don't like the look of the Ergon ends very much. I'm sure they are very well engineered, but they all look too short to get a decent grip if you want to stand up and crank the pedals.
Why someone buys 6 handle bars? Our planet is dying
I am the Handle Bars owner. The destroyer of worlds.
Maybe be this guy own 6 bikes too, our solar system is dying.
try counseling