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Power Grips - Original
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Power Grips - Original

Item # 609173

$24.00

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Get the locked-in security of clipless pedals, yet have the instant and predictable release needed in extreme conditions--all at an affordable price

  • Easy attachment; includes a strap that wraps over your arch using dynamic tension to lock your feet to the pedals
  • Crush-proof elastomeric polymer laminate keeps the strap open; just use natural foot rotation to lock your foot into position and reverse to release
  • Super-comfy 1 1/4 inch strap is impervious to water, mud and freezing temperatures for great all weather use
  • Recommended for shoe size 6-11 and works with most platform pedals

Made in USA.

Item 609173

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Power Grips - Original Specs

Specification

Description

Suggested useClipless pedal straps
Weight99 grams

Power Grips - Original Customer Reviews

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Power Grips - Original
 
4.2

(based on 9 reviews)

89%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Reliable entry/exit (8)
  • Increases pedaling efficiency (7)
  • Lightweight (7)
  • Adjustable (6)

Cons

    Best Uses

    • Road biking (5)
    • Mountain biking (4)
    • Reviewer Profile:
    • Avid cyclist (6)

    Reviewed by 9 customers

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    Mar

    10

    2008

    (10 of 10 customers found this review helpful)

     
    5.0

    I own six.

    By bobleaux

    from San Jose, CA

    About Me Avid Cyclist

    Site Member

    Pros

    • Adjustable
    • Increases Pedaling Efficiency
    • Lightweight
    • Reliable Entry/Exit

    Cons

      Best Uses

      • Mountain Biking
      • Road Biking

      Comments about Power Grips - Original:

      An excellent and inexpensive alternative to clipless pedals. I use these in combination with MKS touring pedals on most of my bikes. They keep my feet securely in the pedals in all weather conditions and in all terrain conditions. Very easy to get out of if you have to bail.

      Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

      (10 of 10 customers found this review helpful)

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      Oct

      21

      2008

      (3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

       
      5.0

      Great for commuting

      By Eric H.

      from Nashville, TN

      About Me Casual Cyclist

      Pros

      • Adjustable
      • Increases Pedaling Efficiency
      • Lightweight
      • Reliable Entry/Exit

      Cons

      • Difficult To Adjust

      Best Uses

      • Road Biking

      Comments about Power Grips - Original:

      I use these on a road bike to commute to work. I like being able to wear my work shoes and be able to go up steep hills easily. I have had to bail out once and I didn't even have to think about it, I just came out of them naturally, so you won't get stuck unintentionally in them.

      They are a little difficult to fine-tune, because you have to use an allen wrench, but once you have the measurements down, you are good to go. The initial installation took me about 30 minutes. I also had to buy a set of "standard" pedals, because the ones that came with my bike were not compatible with these straps.

      • Gift:
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      Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

      (3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

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      Apr

      30

      2009

      (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

       
      4.0

      The long term fixed-gear review

      By sedition

      from Boston

      About Me Avid Cyclist

      Pros

      • Adjustable
      • Increases Pedaling Efficiency
      • Lightweight
      • Reliable Entry/Exit

      Cons

      • Single Sided Entry

      Best Uses

      • Mountain Biking
      • Road Biking
      • Upgrade

      Comments about Power Grips - Original:

      Power Grips: The Long Term ReviewI hate people who do product “reviews” of something 24-hours after they purchased it. I mean, really, what kind of perspective does that give you? I have ridden Power Grips for about 9 months now, and this my first review of them. If you don’t ride fixed gear, skip to the “geared bike” section. If you do ride fixed, read below!FIXED GEAR RIDERSSome background: I live in Boston, and ride about 100 miles a week, year round, in hardcore city traffic. My bike is a fixed-gear, and I do not run a front break. Hence, I am pretty brutal on my pedal retention systems. I didn’t really like clipless. Clips are great, but it’s a pain in the booty if you don’t want special shoes to deal with them. Enter Power Grips. These things are as close to being “clipped in” as you can get with dropping some serious money on eggbeaters and Sidis. However, there are a few problems Power Grips. First, the mounting hard ware can strip, and bend, if you oven tighten them. Be mindful of that when mounting them and later readjusting them.Second, the straps can tear (after LONG use) if you run brakeless. If you have a front brake, and use it, then Power Grips will last you a long, long, long time. If run brakeless, then things are bit different. Power Grips are meant to help you pedal more effectively. They are really not meant to help someone pedal BACKWARDS. Hence, skipping/skidding places stress on them that was not intended by the designers. Despite this, they are quite strong and will last quite awhile before problems start. Mine are just starting to tear a bit, and I have put a ton of miles on them. Power Grips also sells replacement straps, so you can just replace that part instead of the entire thing. Third, the straps can slip. Like the issue above, Power Grips were not meant to be used for backward pedaling. Over time, with a lot of skipping/skidding the straps can pull out of the mounts. You just need to put them back in, and your good to go. I have had it happen to me a few times. If you run brakeless, make sure you keep an Allen wrench with you when your riding so you can make the quick fix.Last, is a clearance issue. Be mindful when cornering. Since fixed gear bikes have less clearance when cornering, the mounting hardware can scrape on the ground, and bend things. Not good. In sum, I really like Power Grips a lot. I would recommend them to any fixed gear rider as a get substitute for clipless or clips. However, just be mindful of some issues you are likely to encounter while using these. Despite those issues, they are well worth the[$]bucks. GEARED RIDERSThese things are great, and will last a long time. As close to be clipped in as you can get without eggbeaters and Sidis. I would recommend them to anyone. Happy riding everyone!

      • Gift:
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      Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

      (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

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      Sep

      28

      2008

      (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

       
      5.0

      I love this product

      By Deep Inquiry

      from Placitas, NM

      About Me Avid Cyclist

      Site Member

      Pros

      • Adjustable
      • Increases Pedaling Efficiency
      • Lightweight
      • Reliable Entry/Exit

      Cons

        Best Uses

        • Mountain Biking

        Comments about Power Grips - Original:

        I bought a new mountain bike and "upgraded" to clipless pedals. My legs were beat up as I went down many times because I couldn't get out of the pedals fast enough. I heard about power grips, read some readers' reviews, and got a set and installed them. They are easy to install, I can get my feet out easily, and haven't fallen one time, even in gnarly steep rocky trails. This is a great product, simple and effective.

        • Gift:
        • No

        Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

        (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

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        Aug

        11

        2008

        (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

         
        5.0

        Would buy again

        By govt

        from fairfax, va

        About Me Weekend Warrior

        Site Member

        Pros

        • Adjustable
        • Increases Pedaling Efficiency
        • Lightweight
        • Reliable Entry/Exit

        Cons

          Best Uses

          • Mountain Biking

          Comments about Power Grips - Original:

          I'm an avid mountain biker, and let me tell you, this product works like a charm, and proves you don't need to go clipless for speed and efficiency. My only complaint is that it can be a bit uncomfortable on the pinky toe, as the straps do clamp down hard. However, a simple adjustment of the strap or some tape are you the toe will suffice.

          Otherwise, this product is amazing. It's very easy to get out of, it's cheaper than the clipless solution, it lasts a long time, and still proves very efficient.

          Get one!

          Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

          (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

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          Oct

          17

          2009

          (0 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

           
          1.0

          Good idea gone bad

          By DheaVit

          from Portland, OR

          About Me Avid Cyclist

          Pros

            Cons

            • Poorly machined

            Best Uses

              Comments about Power Grips - Original:

              When installing, a screw cross-threaded and seized. There was no indication of a problem when trying to thread the screw. No amount of effort or tricks has made removal possible.

              Also, they do not fit all pedals.

              My time and money was wasted.

              • Gift:
              • No

              Bottom Line No, I would not recommend this to a friend

              (0 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

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              Oct

              15

              2009

               
              4.0

              A must-have

              By Birkenstocker84

              from Denver, CO

              About Me Casual Cyclist

              Site Member

              Pros

              • Adjustable
              • Increases Pedaling Efficiency
              • Lightweight
              • Reliable Entry/Exit

              Cons

                Best Uses

                • Road Biking
                • Upgrade

                Comments about Power Grips - Original:

                Bought these two days ago and rode 75 miles with them yesterday. They were easy to install, and easy to adjust. Definitely helpful on the uphills. They are also super-easy to get in and out of quickly. Would recommend these to any cyclist, especially for beginners as an alternative to clip-ins.

                • Gift:
                • No

                Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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                Sep

                6

                2009

                 
                4.0

                Recumbent Riders Note

                By VerusEx

                from NH Seacoast

                About Me Avid Cyclist

                Site Member

                Pros

                • Good Platform
                • Reliable Entry/Exit

                Cons

                • Difficult To Adjust

                Best Uses

                • Recumbent

                Comments about Power Grips - Original:

                Power Grips are great for loaded touring especially on a recumbent. With them you can tour in comfortable shoes and reduce the number of shoes you need to pack.

                Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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                May

                1

                2009

                 
                5.0

                Girl's best friend! Any shoe, any time!!

                By Saskia

                from Redmond, WA

                About Me Avid Cyclist

                Pros

                • Increases Pedaling Efficiency
                • Lightweight
                • Reliable Entry/Exit

                Cons

                  Best Uses

                  • Road Biking

                  Comments about Power Grips - Original:

                  Power grips increase your pedaling efficiency by about 40% helping you employ the back thigh muscles as well as the front. You can really feel the difference. Also with a middle settling on the Power Grips, you can wear them with almost any shoe without re-adjustment: birkenstocks, mary janes, pumps... Tip: filed down spikes on pedals so that they don't dig into your good shoes.

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                  Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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