The 10 Best Mountain Bike Grips of 2023
By: Colin Edwards: Bike Buyer | July 7, 2023
New This Year:
As we venture into 2023, the MTB grip landscape is evolving with fresh trends and innovations. This year's top contenders boast advanced materials for heightened durability and comfort, alongside unique design features to enhance grip and minimize pressure points. Whether you're looking for a dependable classic or something that pushes the design envelope, our list of the 10 Best MTB Grips of 2023 on evo.com has you covered. Navigate your next trail with renewed confidence and control, ready to tackle anything that comes your way.This Year's Best Mountain Bike Grips:
DMR Deathgrip Flanged Grips
From World Cup racing to Red Bull Rampage, Brendan Fairclough knows a thing or 30 about holding onto bikes. He uses his pro model DMR Deathgrip Flanged Grips on all his bikes, from DH to trail. With knurls, waffles, and mushroom sections, this grip has it all.
| Weight | Original Price |
| 100 g | $27.35 |
PNW Components Coast Bar Tape
Drop some bars cause this ride is sick! The PNW Components Coast Bar Tape comes in a ton of vibrant colors and features an anti-slip, shock absorbing surface for all yer rough road riding needs.
| Weight | Original Price |
| N/A | $29.00 |
PNW Components Loam Grips
Purpose built for Enduro and Trail riding with their not-too-soft, not-too-hard Happy Camper Compound, the PNW Components Loam Grips are a worthy upgrade to any gravity assisted ride. The ultra tacky compound and ergonomic grip pattern combine to support your palms and help relieve fatigue, meaning you always have something left in the tank for that final lap.
| Weight | Original Price |
| 90 g | $24.00 |
Ergon GE1 Evo Grips
Get to grips with the techy steeps and spicy sends of your favorite trail with the Ergon GE1 Evo Grips. Made with a soft, slip proof silicone rubber compound, they provide excellent damping and are ergonomically designed to support proper forearm position.
| Weight | Original Price |
| 110 g | $34.95 |
OneUp Components Lock-On Grips
Get a handle on your sketchy style with OneUp Components Lock-On Grips. They're the missing link to taming those scary sections of trail, with a shape that's made to yank.
| Weight | Original Price |
| 97 g | $24.50 |
Ergon GA2 Grips
Comfort and control are the name of the game when you equip the bright Ergon GA2 Grips to your mountain bike. Ergonomic rubber provides a comfy grip that lasts through marathon rides, and an internal clamp means you can grip it as wide as you please.
| Weight | Original Price |
| 110 g | $29.95 |
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Our bike buyer has an endless amount of knowledge on all things bike stemming from years of experience in the bike industry in tandem with their countless hours out on the dirt, gravel, and tarmac. evo's buyers assess all products coming to market, lean into this knowledge, and put together this selection of the best products. They have a unique perspective as they truly see everything offered across the category.
Colin Edwards
Meet Colin Edwards, evo's in-house Bike Buyer and mountain biking aficionado. With 15+ years of e-commerce buying experience under his belt, Colin is the go-to guy for all things related to "Riding Dirt." He's worked across various categories, including bike, snowboard, travel, climbing, and surfing, giving him the know-how to recognize and select top-notch mountain biking products for evo's customers.
Colin's been shredding trails since he was a kid, starting on his trusty hardtail Trek 800 Sport. Born and raised in Utah, he recently made the move to Bellingham, WA with his partner, Kenz. Colin's real-world biking experience, combined with his background in product trends, relationship building, and sales analysis, makes him an invaluable asset to the evo team.
When he's not busy handpicking the raddest gear, you'll find Colin ripping through PNW trails or hunting for the world's best dirt. And when the snow falls, he's all about snowboarding. Colin also loves trail running and exploring the PNW's stunning landscape with his two dogs and Kenz.
With Colin's expertise and passion fueling evo's mountain biking selection, you can trust that his recommendations are spot-on and tailored to the evo community's adventurous spirit.