{"product_id":"esi-handlebar-grips-extra-chunky-ribbed","title":"Esi Handlebar Grips Extra Chunky Ribbed","description":"\u003ch2 data-end=\"16\" data-section-id=\"1a65zp3\" data-start=\"2\"\u003eWhat Is It?\u003c\/h2\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp data-end=\"330\" data-start=\"18\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-end=\"65\" data-start=\"22\"\u003eESI Extra Chunky Ribbed Handlebar Grips\u003c\/strong\u003e are the \u003cstrong data-end=\"110\" data-start=\"74\"\u003ethickest comfort-focused version\u003c\/strong\u003e in the ESI silicone grip range. They combine a \u003cstrong data-end=\"185\" data-start=\"158\"\u003e34mm oversized diameter\u003c\/strong\u003e with a \u003cstrong data-end=\"219\" data-start=\"193\"\u003eribbed surface pattern\u003c\/strong\u003e, designed specifically for riders who want maximum vibration absorption and hand comfort on long, rough rides.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp data-end=\"476\" data-start=\"332\"\u003eThey’re commonly used by endurance MTB riders, trail riders, and gravel cyclists who prioritize reducing hand fatigue over aggressive grip feel.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003chr data-end=\"481\" data-start=\"478\"\u003e\r\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"498\" data-section-id=\"1ma7m6t\" data-start=\"483\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cul data-end=\"902\" data-start=\"500\"\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli data-end=\"557\" data-section-id=\"ylinhi\" data-start=\"500\"\u003e100% silicone construction for high vibration damping\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli data-end=\"629\" data-section-id=\"i8a8zy\" data-start=\"558\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"590\" data-start=\"560\"\u003eExtra Chunky 34mm diameter\u003c\/strong\u003e (thicker than standard Chunky grips)\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli data-end=\"690\" data-section-id=\"nda8zi\" data-start=\"630\"\u003eRibbed texture for improved control and hand positioning\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli data-end=\"735\" data-section-id=\"1wzip47\" data-start=\"691\"\u003eSlip-on design (no lock rings or clamps)\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli data-end=\"780\" data-section-id=\"1deonye\" data-start=\"736\"\u003eLightweight despite oversized cushioning\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli data-end=\"833\" data-section-id=\"gsvpwn\" data-start=\"781\"\u003eUV-resistant silicone that doesn’t harden easily\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli data-end=\"856\" data-section-id=\"odv3yj\" data-start=\"834\"\u003eIncludes bar plugs\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli data-end=\"902\" data-section-id=\"1jn9k51\" data-start=\"857\"\u003eDesigned for long-distance comfort riding\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003chr data-end=\"907\" data-start=\"904\"\u003e\r\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"926\" data-section-id=\"1a3ueyz\" data-start=\"909\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cul data-end=\"1214\" data-start=\"928\"\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli data-end=\"959\" data-section-id=\"1caat6s\" data-start=\"928\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"943\" data-start=\"930\"\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Silicone foam\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli data-end=\"997\" data-section-id=\"1s7qmjv\" data-start=\"960\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"975\" data-start=\"962\"\u003eDiameter:\u003c\/strong\u003e 34mm (Extra Chunky)\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli data-end=\"1043\" data-section-id=\"1k5fk1o\" data-start=\"998\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"1011\" data-start=\"1000\"\u003eLength:\u003c\/strong\u003e ~130mm (trim-to-fit possible)\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli data-end=\"1076\" data-section-id=\"1lgq2i9\" data-start=\"1044\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"1057\" data-start=\"1046\"\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e ~65–70g per pair\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli data-end=\"1118\" data-section-id=\"1gcihv2\" data-start=\"1077\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"1088\" data-start=\"1079\"\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Slip-on (no locking system)\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli data-end=\"1172\" data-section-id=\"nrrle0\" data-start=\"1119\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"1139\" data-start=\"1121\"\u003eCompatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Standard 22.2mm MTB handlebars\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli data-end=\"1214\" data-section-id=\"1u4he63\" data-start=\"1173\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"1187\" data-start=\"1175\"\u003eTexture:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ribbed ergonomic surface\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003chr data-end=\"1219\" data-start=\"1216\"\u003e\r\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"1228\" data-section-id=\"1xwciez\" data-start=\"1221\"\u003ePros\u003c\/h2\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cul data-end=\"1554\" data-start=\"1230\"\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli data-end=\"1294\" data-section-id=\"ym1yki\" data-start=\"1230\"\u003eMaximum comfort in the ESI range (best vibration absorption)\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli data-end=\"1347\" data-section-id=\"1en83wo\" data-start=\"1295\"\u003eExcellent for reducing hand numbness and fatigue\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli data-end=\"1413\" data-section-id=\"x1il5x\" data-start=\"1348\"\u003eRibbed surface improves grip control vs smooth silicone grips\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli data-end=\"1465\" data-section-id=\"15y7dpd\" data-start=\"1414\"\u003eVery light for the level of cushioning provided\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli data-end=\"1518\" data-section-id=\"suy73j\" data-start=\"1466\"\u003eGreat for long endurance rides and rough terrain\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli data-end=\"1554\" data-section-id=\"52991e\" data-start=\"1519\"\u003eClean, minimalist cockpit setup\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003chr data-end=\"1559\" data-start=\"1556\"\u003e\r\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"1568\" data-section-id=\"1xvztdg\" data-start=\"1561\"\u003eCons\u003c\/h2\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cul data-end=\"1888\" data-start=\"1570\"\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli data-end=\"1627\" data-section-id=\"ldg0vv\" data-start=\"1570\"\u003eVery thick—can feel bulky for riders with small hands\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli data-end=\"1681\" data-section-id=\"kbwa85\" data-start=\"1628\"\u003eLess precise “bar feel” compared to thinner grips\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli data-end=\"1739\" data-section-id=\"pj7k3w\" data-start=\"1682\"\u003eCan feel slippery at first, especially without gloves\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli data-end=\"1803\" data-section-id=\"16t0ukq\" data-start=\"1740\"\u003eInstallation can be difficult (requires alcohol\/air method)\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli data-end=\"1888\" data-section-id=\"7lb8mo\" data-start=\"1804\"\u003eNot ideal for aggressive downhill or technical riding where bar feedback matters\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003chr data-end=\"1893\" data-start=\"1890\"\u003e\r\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"1921\" data-section-id=\"13o4ft3\" data-start=\"1895\"\u003eWho Is It Suitable For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cul data-end=\"2099\" data-start=\"1923\"\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli data-end=\"1946\" data-section-id=\"1i5omy1\" data-start=\"1923\"\u003eXC endurance riders\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli data-end=\"1972\" data-section-id=\"dpx3t3\" data-start=\"1947\"\u003eMarathon MTB athletes\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli data-end=\"2005\" data-section-id=\"kz5or9\" data-start=\"1973\"\u003eGravel riders on rough roads\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli data-end=\"2054\" data-section-id=\"mkjimx\" data-start=\"2006\"\u003eRiders with hand fatigue or wrist discomfort\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli data-end=\"2099\" data-section-id=\"1dnjrb2\" data-start=\"2055\"\u003eLong-distance cyclists (2–8+ hour rides)\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003chr data-end=\"2104\" data-start=\"2101\"\u003e\r\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"2127\" data-section-id=\"10v8nod\" data-start=\"2106\"\u003eWho Should Use It?\u003c\/h2\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cul data-end=\"2376\" data-start=\"2129\"\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli data-end=\"2187\" data-section-id=\"o24mka\" data-start=\"2129\"\u003eRiders prioritizing \u003cstrong data-end=\"2185\" data-start=\"2151\"\u003ecomfort over control precision\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli data-end=\"2246\" data-section-id=\"g6t2tl\" data-start=\"2188\"\u003eCyclists doing \u003cstrong data-end=\"2244\" data-start=\"2205\"\u003eultra-distance MTB or gravel events\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli data-end=\"2319\" data-section-id=\"czhorh\" data-start=\"2247\"\u003eRiders who experience \u003cstrong data-end=\"2317\" data-start=\"2271\"\u003enumb hands, arm pump, or vibration fatigue\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli data-end=\"2376\" data-section-id=\"2x4pwq\" data-start=\"2320\"\u003eAnyone riding long hours on hardtail or rigid setups\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003chr data-end=\"2381\" data-start=\"2378\"\u003e\r\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"2397\" data-section-id=\"1mrtquc\" data-start=\"2383\"\u003eBottom Line\u003c\/h2\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp data-end=\"2645\" data-start=\"2399\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-end=\"2436\" data-start=\"2403\"\u003eESI Extra Chunky Ribbed grips\u003c\/strong\u003e are built for one main purpose: \u003cstrong data-end=\"2511\" data-start=\"2469\"\u003emaximum comfort over long, rough rides\u003c\/strong\u003e. They are the softest, thickest option in the ESI lineup, making them ideal for endurance and XC riders who want to minimize fatigue.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp data-end=\"2869\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\" data-start=\"2647\"\u003eIf your priority is \u003cstrong data-end=\"2720\" data-start=\"2667\"\u003ehand comfort and vibration control above all else\u003c\/strong\u003e, this is the top-tier choice—but if you prefer sharper bar feedback or aggressive trail control, the thinner Chunky versions may feel more balanced.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n","brand":"ESI","offers":[{"title":"Black","offer_id":48300205310174,"sku":"RBXCBBlack","price":600.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1242\/8790\/files\/10762_PmhgwGyLxjz9.jpg?v=1780395538","url":"https:\/\/online-bicycle-shop.co.za\/products\/esi-handlebar-grips-extra-chunky-ribbed","provider":"Online Bicycle Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}