Ergon GS2 Leichtbau Composite Grips

Great Shape

This grip has a very natural shape and it seems that Ergon put a lot of thought into the design. Since the angle of the grip and bar end can be set independent of each other, you can always set the right comfort angle.

Would Buy Again: Yes
Would Recommend: Yes

Reviewed on: April 10, 2013
Reviewed by: Warren K., Missouri

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Best Ergon grips Yet!!!

These grips are the one thing I most need if I were to switch bikes. I have become accustomed to just using them them and traditional grips just feel completely harsh now. The rubber side grips is a huge improvement over previous models and the side bars are the perfect size.

Pros: Comfort, feel, and control

Cons: Heavier than traditional and costly.

Would Buy Again: Yes
Would Recommend: Yes

Reviewed on: December 26, 2012
Reviewed by: Peter G., Colorado

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Great Grips!

Grips felt great. Just used them on a 121 mile, two day trip and they gave me plenty of options. Great stuff!

Pros: Multiple positions; Great adjust-ability

Cons: none

Would Buy Again: Yes
Would Recommend: Yes

Reviewed on: August 29, 2012
Reviewed by: Eric P., West Virginia

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Comfortable

Super comfortable grip. Just finished a bike packing trip with these grips and it was enjoyable the whole time. It's nice to have multiple positions when you have brutal climbs. It's super easy to install, make sure you follow the directions and don't rush. The small bar ends weren't too long and out of proportion and they're very comfortable. Get a set!

Pros: Super Comfortable.

Cons: Not for carbon bars.

Would Buy Again: Yes
Would Recommend: Yes

Reviewed on: September 04, 2011
Reviewed by: TDDT, California

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Awesome grips for endurance racing

I upgraded to Ergon grips two years ago and have been very happy. I ride singlespeed, so I need a grip that isn't too squishy, which would rob me of power on the climbs, and yet still doesn't beat up my hands.

The GE-1 (no wings) grips have been my grip of choice for shorter rides 1-2 hours. But after getting into endurance racing my hands starting suffering a little on the longer rides.

So I picked up the GS2 grips, and was pretty happy. Their construction is fantastic, and the bar ends are perfect -- they provide three additional hand positions for me, which is great for changing up the stress on not only my hands, but also my wrists and my arms.

The wings have done the trick for eliminating the strain on long rides too.

The one weakness I found was that they were a little too small diameter for my XL hands -- when I am mashing uphill I need a good fistful of grip. This probably isn't a factor for a geared rider.

I fixed this by getting the Ergon GR2. They have the same sweet bar-ends, with a little fuller main section, including a larger bulge in the front middle.

Pros: Light, strong, and feel great in your hand.

Four great stress-relieving hand positions.

Bar ends provide nice leverage, and inward curve seems to be perfect for bouncing off trees rather than catching them.

Cons: Diameter is a little too narrow for XL size hands that want a fistful of grip for mashing up hills. Fixed by switching to GR2 grips that have a little more diameter and a well-placed bulge.

Would Buy Again: No
Would Recommend: Yes

Reviewed on: August 08, 2011
Reviewed by: Biff, Virginia

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unbelievable difference for endurance rides/races

Just picked up a pair of these to replace some ESI foam grips as I needed something more supportive on longer rides. Have to say I'll never use another grip again. The GS2 is a perfect comprmise between the small/racier GX and the normal ergons. Small enough to not get in the way on technical terrain but supportive enough for long miles. The textured bar ends are a good length as well. Believe the hype around Ergons. They really do make a difference in comfort and your ability to put in the miles over rough ground.

Pros: supportive, grippy bar ends

Cons: weight (but the comfort is totally worth it)

Would Buy Again: Yes
Would Recommend: Yes

Reviewed on: April 05, 2011
Reviewed by: Anth

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