GP5

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GP5

  • Tested back-friendly
  • Fullsize-Bar-End
  • No more numb fingers

Maximum comfort with double twist shift

The GP series is a perfect solution for common wrist pain during cycling. In particular the Gripshift® version offers an ergonomic approach to double twist shift pain relief. Further benefits of this grip are the pure rubber compound, easy to install clamping mechanism, and approved back friendly ergonomics. Not approved for carbon handlebars.

Size
S
L
Variant
Regular
Gripshift®
Rohloff® / Nexus®
Price $ 79.95 (Without VAT**)
  • Golden Badge
    Gold in the "Grips" category

    – MTB-News User Award 2024

  • Radfahren
    The long horns provide variety and strong power transmission.

    – Radfahren 05/22

  • IGR seal of approval
    Ergon is the top choice for riders who value health and comfort on the bike: Over the course of intensive testing, the Institut für Gesundheit und Ergonomie (IGR) has awarded the Ergonomic Product seal of approval for Ergon saddles, grips and the Fitting Box.

  • AGR-Gütesiegel für den Ergon-GP5-Griff
    This product is back-friendly! Certified and recommended by the Bundesverband deutscher Rückenschulen e. V. (Federal Assoclation of German Back Schools) and by the Forum Gesunder Rücken – Besser Leben e. V. (German Forum Healthy Back Better Living). For more information: AGR e.V., Stader Str. 6, 27432 Bremervörde, Tel. 04761/92 63 580, www.agr-ev.de

    – Aktion Gesunder Rücken e.V.

  • RADtouren
    Generous bar end provides multiple additional grip positions.

    – RADtouren, 03/2018

Technical Specifications

Name
GP5
Art.-No.
42410170
Use
Touring, E-Touring
Size
S
Color
Black / Grey
Variant
Gripshift®
Clamp
Fiberglass Composite with Rubber Inserts
Price
$ 79.95 (Without VAT**)

**Price can vary by country.

Nerve relief

When riding, your hands support a lot of your upper body weight on the handlebars, placing high pressure 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 – often causing numbness. The wing grip increases the hand’s supporting area by distributing pressure over a wider surface and thereby preventing discomfort.

Durch starke punktuelle Belastung wird der Ulnarnerv abgeklemmt. Der Flügel schützt den Ulnarnerv und beugt somit Taubheitsgefühlen in den Fingern vor.

Ergonomic solution

If your wrist is bent too much for too long, nerves, tendons and blood vessels are compressed. The result is the carpal tunnel channel is constricted, which could damage 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 our GP grips gives the hand more support and automatically puts the wrist into a more ergonomic position, preventing numbness, tingling and pain.

If the wrist is bent too much, the carpal tunnel is jammed. The solution is provided by the wing grip: it optimally aligns the wrist and thus stretches the carpal tunnel.

Two sizes – for more control

In order to help you maintain perfect control over your bike, your hands should not completely envelop the grip, which is why Ergon offers many grips in two size diameters – Small and Large. The difference refers to the grip width (hand size), meaning a larger hand will have a more positive fit on a thicker grip, while a smaller hand is better fit to a smaller grip. For hand/glove sizes 6.5 to 8.5 we recommend Small, for 8.5 to 10.5 Large usually is better.

The GP5 is offered in Small and Large. For hand (glove) sizes 6.5 – 8.5 we recommend the size Small, for 8.5 – 10.5 the size Large.

Tested back-friendly: Action for healthy backs

Back pain is the number 1 widespread condition. In particular, when this happens during cycling, the joy of riding is diminished. In a lengthy testing procedures by an interdisciplinary panel of experts consisting of doctors, orthopedists and physiotherapists, the back-friendly effect of the GP5 grip has now been officially confirmed.

AGR Quality label for the Ergon grip GP5.

Exclusive Quality Grip rubber Made in Germany

The material used in Ergon grips meets the highest quality purity standards, is 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.

SGS TÜV Saar, schadstoffgeprüft.

Playing it safe Locked down for safety

The GP 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 – resulting in a much stronger structure. GP grip versions featuring lightweight barends – made of glass-fiber-composite and with grippy rubber inlays – deliver additional hand positions for more comfort.

The grip clamp of the GP5 in the outside of the grip.

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.

Good riding feeling for more driving fun.

Specific to twist shifters Fits every type of shifting system

GP Series grips are also available in different versions that are compatible with various types of twist shifters. With standard trigger shifters, both grips have the same length on both sides. The versions for Gripshift® and Dual-Twist shifters have two short grips, while Rohloff@, Nexus® mand Singe-Twist shifters require the right-side grip to be shorter to accommodate the shifting mechanism.

The GP5 is available for various shifting systems: Standard trigger shifters, Gripshift® or Dual Twist Shift twist shifters, Rohloff®, Nexus® and Single Twist Shift.