The 10 Best Mountain Bike Grips for Comfort In the Palm of Your Hands

Coming in at just under eight bucks and produced in a bunch of fun colors, this grip is a great find. The upgraded version is easy to take on and off and can lock into place with a double locking system. 

You get what you pay for in life, and with bike gear. True, it has a good grip and locks into place. However, these grips tend to have a short lifespan and may need to be replaced more quickly than other grips listed below. 

A terrific price point and nice thick wall are what keeps these grips in our top 10. They are great for your mountain bike, but also a good choice for your kid’s scooter. An assortment of colors is another plus for OUTERDO. 

These grips are slip on with no locking mechanism. While they are seemingly easy to install (no hardware), they tend to have problems with slipping in wet conditions and may rip or breakdown more quickly than other grips. Some riders have complained about “black particles” shedding from the rubber and onto their hands. But, for six bucks? You really can’t go wrong here.

Another inexpensive grip, this Lycaon model is one of the best mountain bike grips out there for under $10. It is double locking, meaning that it will not slip in wet conditions, and textured to keep your hands from slipping off the grips themselves. They also come with a 15-month warranty, in case of any defects. 

While this locking grip stays put and keeps your hands from sliding off, riders have complained about the wall being too thin, thus making it uncomfortable for longer rides. These grips tend to wear down fast. 

This grip is ergonomic, and has more surface area for the hand. The grip relieves some of the pressure on the palm, which causes numbness and can make for a much more enjoyable ride. It has a double-locking system and is under $10. 

While your comfort is maximized by the ergonomic design, these grips tend to wear down fast. Reviewers have also complained that the end caps fall out easily and that during installation, it is easy to strip the hardware. 

A great find, these grips are super easy to install (you can decide if you want double or single locking), come in four colors and boast end caps which are integrated into the clamp. (You’ll find that end caps have a real tendency to fall out, even on the highest price models.) 

Riders have complained that this set is better suited to shorter rides, as they are fairly hard and rigid. There are also no tools included with purchase, so you must have your own Allen wrench/hex key.

The cool design with the “hive pattern” gives your palm some thick padding to rest on, making this a comfortable grip that doesn’t slide around. These are also a breeze to install, and they come with all the necessary tools and hardware for installation. 

Although the design is nice, and provides some cushioning, riders complained that it could use even more padding. The end caps, which I mentioned tend to fall off on many grips, are slightly different on this model, being that they lock on the outside. However, this doesn’t seem to help much, as many riders complained about losing the caps out on the trail. 

A very nice set of grips, these Single locks by RaceFace are a super find. Coming in at just over $20, they won’t break the bank and are just the right amount of tacky for all weather conditions. 

There are some issues with end caps falling out, and for large hands, these may not be thick enough. 

A lot of wonderful things to be said about these All Mountain grips by Ergon. Their ergonomic design, no-slip grip, and large surface area make these a great buy for comfort. They’ve been tested during wet conditions and appear to hold up quite well.

As with previous brands, the end caps have a way of falling out, and some have noted their colors aren’t as vibrant in person.

These grips are super easy to install, sticky – but not too sticky, have a slight taper that fits your hand, and is lightweight. They are durable, well built, and made to last! 

Some have complained of end caps falling off, while others have noticed some black particles flaking off after prolonged usage. The price is a bit steep, in comparison to other models, but the durability makes it very reasonably priced. Other than that, these are a safe bet!

These are built for comfort, and your previously numb hands will thank you for this purchase. They are grippy, durable and super easy to install. They will live up to all weather conditions, and will not slip when wet. They close with the lockjaw system, ensuring these bad boys aren’t going anywhere. They’re also a really good deal in comparison to other high-end models, like the Ergons. 

At worst? The end caps are made of hard plastic, and taking a fall with those may hurt a bit.