Lock-on grips solve a problem that's plagued mountain bikers since the beginning of the sport: slippage. Traditional slide-on grips rely on friction and sometimes adhesive to stay put, which works until humidity, sweat, or worn rubber compounds the equation. The Ritchey WCS Grips use aluminum clamps at both ends to mechanically secure the grip to the handlebar, eliminating rotation and migration regardless of conditions or riding intensity. Once torqued to spec, these grips stay exactly where you put them until you decide otherwise.

The grip compound itself uses Ritchey's True Grip rubber, which balances tackiness with durability in a way that doesn't sacrifice one for the other. The texture pattern provides purchase without being so aggressive that it tears up gloves or fatigues your hands on longer rides. At 130mm length, they fit standard mountain bike handlebar dimensions with room for brake and shift lever positioning.

Installation takes about two minutes with a 3mm hex wrench—slide on, align, tighten both clamps. Removal is equally straightforward, which matters when you're swapping cockpits between bikes or replacing worn grips at the end of a season. The dual clamp design also means you can run them on either side without worrying about orientation, and the aluminum end caps add a finished look while protecting the bar ends from impact damage.... Read More