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Power Grips Power Grips - Original

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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

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Power Grips Power Grips - Original Customer Reviews

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by PowerReviews

Power Grips - Original

4.4

(based on 12 reviews)

92%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

Reliable entry/exit (11)
Increases pedaling efficiency (10)
Lightweight (10)
Adjustable (7)

Cons

Best Uses

Road biking (7)
Mountain biking (5)

- Reviewer Profile:
- Avid cyclist (8), Casual/ recreational (3)

REVIEWS

Reviewed by 12 customers

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Apr

2009

(16 of 20 customers found this review helpful)

4.0

The long term fixed-gear review

By sedition

from Boston

About Me Avid Cyclist

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Pros

Adjustable
Increases Pedaling Efficiency
Lightweight
Reliable Entry/Exit

Cons

Single Sided Entry

Best Uses

Mountain Biking
Road Biking
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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!

Mar

2008

(15 of 15 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

I own six.

By bobleaux

from San Jose, CA

About Me Avid Cyclist

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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.

Oct

2008

(9 of 9 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

Great for commuting

By Eric H.

from Nashville, TN

About Me Casual Cyclist

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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.

Sep

2008

(9 of 9 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

I love this product

By Deep Inquiry

from Placitas, NM

About Me Avid Cyclist

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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.

Aug

2008

(6 of 6 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

Would buy again

By govt

from fairfax, va

About Me Weekend Warrior

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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!

May

2009

(4 of 4 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

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

By Saskia

from Redmond, WA

About Me Avid Cyclist

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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.

Oct

2009

(3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

4.0

A must-have

By Birkenstocker84

from Denver, CO

About Me Casual Cyclist

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Pros

Adjustable
Increases Pedaling Efficiency
Lightweight
Reliable Entry/Exit

Cons

Best Uses

Road Biking
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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.

Oct

2009

(2 of 28 customers found this review helpful)

1.0

Good idea gone bad

By DheaVit

from Spokane, WA

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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.

Sep

2009

(2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

4.0

Recumbent Riders Note

By VerusEx

from NH Seacoast

About Me Avid Cyclist

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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.

May

2011

(1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

Do the job of clipless pedals

By gutikn6

from North Carolina

About Me Avid Cyclist

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Pros

Adjustable
Increases Pedaling Efficiency
Lightweight
Reliable Entry/Exit

Cons

Best Uses

Mountain Biking
Road Biking

Comments about Power Grips - Original:

I bought Power Grips for my mountain bike a couple of years ago, and have been very pleased with them. For a number of factors, I decided on Power Grips over the toe-cage system or clipless pedals. First of all, the Power grips are made from a material that is much more durable than the toe-cage. Secondly,clipless pedals are a hassle when you only have one bike that you use for everything. I don't want to be toting around bike shoes or switching out pedals every time I ride.

Another great use for Power Grips is for adventure racing. Now I know a lot of adventure racers are hardcore gear junkies, but power grips mean that you don't have to carry your bike shoes (or lose one somewhere . . .yikes!) around all day as you race. You will also have REAL shoes that you can hike to check points in instead of the traction-deprived, slippery bike shoes!

One more thing on Power Grips- if you haven't used clipless or Power Grips before, you will have to adjust to getting in and out of them while riding. It's easy to do, but a little harder on a mountain bike trail. Clipless pedals have a similar feel to the Power Grips when putting your foot in the strap, only you're shoes aren't "locked" in place. Once you've got that down, you'll notice your pedaling efficiency improving, and maybe even your confidence in tackling steep ascents or trail obstacles.

Bottom line: I would recommend these for people with an all-purpose bike, mountain bikers, adventure racers, commuters, and road cyclists looking for a cheap, yet effective pedal system.