I was looking for unique red grips, using some various Google searches as "retro rocket grips," etc., and I came across these fat guys, made by OOQI. They are a starter company out of Canada, and their claim to fame is that the grips are 1 7/8" around, so that there's a full inch of rubber over the standard 7/8" bar. It's supposed to make it more comfortable to hold, similar to fat motorcycle grips. More ergonomic, they say.
I'll say that they are indeed comfortable. I bought the red ones for my early '50s Schwinn (they call the color Magma), and they're firm, yet squishy. And I do like how it makes you feel like you're holding something more substantial. Also, the big, meaty grips make it stick out more, which could be a cool thing. It makes the grips a more important accessary. They weren't the cheapest, but I think the total was about $28 for the pair out the door, with tax and shipping, and for a good pair of grips, I don't think that's too much to pay, either.
Here they are delivered:
And on the bike:
The grips come in many colors. Check them out: http://www.ooqi.ca/grips.php
I'll say that they are indeed comfortable. I bought the red ones for my early '50s Schwinn (they call the color Magma), and they're firm, yet squishy. And I do like how it makes you feel like you're holding something more substantial. Also, the big, meaty grips make it stick out more, which could be a cool thing. It makes the grips a more important accessary. They weren't the cheapest, but I think the total was about $28 for the pair out the door, with tax and shipping, and for a good pair of grips, I don't think that's too much to pay, either.
Here they are delivered:
And on the bike:
The grips come in many colors. Check them out: http://www.ooqi.ca/grips.php
