Ergon GC1 Grips

Description

The Ergon GC1 Grips are the worldwide reference for winged grips. These are a simple & extremely effective upgrade for any commuter bike, touring bike or bikepacking set up! With a wide platform for resting your hand you reduce the angle at which your wrist is held & comfort prevails!

We fit these Ergon grips to bike’s every day at Abbotsford Cycles, because they are simply the easiest way to improve your riding experience.

They are particularly great for swept or set-back handlebars to further increase your comfort. Made from a durable rubber & using lock-on ends these grips will not slip or wear down to a sticky mess the way other grips do! 

For a cheap & effective upgrade on your commuter bike, we absolutely recommend the GC1’s.

ERGON GC1 GRIPS FEATURES & SPECS

• Ergonomically optimal wrist alignment on curved / back swept handlebars
• Optimal pressure distribution across the palm of the hand
• Effective pain prevention for the hand and wrist
• Made from Medical grade rubber
• Forged aluminium clamp – 100% recyclable
• Sold as a pair
• Weight: approx. 230 g per pair

Ergonomic approach

For handlebars with a pronounced bend to the rear, conventional grips cause the wrist to bend in an unnatural way. The consequences are discomfort and pain of various kinds. The GC1 is anatomically and ergonomically shaped for this type of handlebar correcting positions of the hands and preventing common grip discomforts.

Nerve Relief

When riding, your hands support much of your upper body weight on the handlebars, placing a great deal of weight distribution on a relatively small grip area. In many cases this pinches the extremely sensitive ulnar nerve that runs near the base of the palm near the pinky and close to the skin’s surface. Prolonged pressure in this area often causing numbness. The wing grip increases the hand’s resting platform area by distributing pressure over a wider surface and thereby preventing discomfort.

Ergonomic Solution

If your wrist is bent too much for too long, nerves, tendons and blood vessels can become compressed. The result is the carpal tunnel channel is constricted, which could place damage to the median nerve. Long rides and fatigue make it even harder for the rider to maintain a correct and healthy posture. The wing design of the GC grips gives the hand more support and automatically puts the wrist into a more ergonomic position, preventing numbness, tingling and pain.

Exclusive Quality – Grip rubber Made in Germany

The material used in Ergon grips meets the highest quality purity standards. Being TÜV-certified, durable and absolutely unique in the world of cycling grips. Developed using medical grade white oil as the only plasticizer. The UV-resistant rubber compound has been developed and is manufactured exclusively for Ergon in Germany. Ergonomics, product design and engineering – all Made in Germany.

Locked down for safety

The GC1 Series clamping system is extremely secure and easy to mount. Each grip is tightened with only one bolt to reliably secure its position and to prevent twisting. Another important safety feature is that Ergon’s aluminum clamps are cold forged and not extruded. This results in a much stronger structure.

Feel Good Grip – It’s in the mix

Minimum friction – maximum comfort: Gripping confidence is enhanced with Ergon’s super soft, UV resistant, durable compound and specific texture patterns. Additionally, your riding enjoyment is elevated with a noticeable pleasing to the touch feel.