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Ergon GC1 BioKork

Ergon GC1 BioKork
$49.95
Color: Black/Cork
Model: Regular
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This item is not permitted to be shipped, however it can be purchased online and picked up at one of our locations at your convenience. We gladly ship applicable orders anywhere within the Continental United States. Please note that any in-store pickup items will require that the Photo ID, Credit Card used for the purchase, and Purchaser be present for verification upon pickup. IN COMPLIANCE WITH BRAND GUIDLINES ALL SPECIAL ORDERED/NOT IN STOCK BICYCLES ARE SUBJECT TO A DESTINATION CHARGE (MINIMUM OF $50 BUT SUBJECT TO CHANGE). THIS WILL BE COLLECTED IN STORE AT TIME OF PICK UP. In an industry-wide partnership with PeopleForBikes and Call2Recycle program, all pedal assist e-bikes are subject to a $15 e-bike battery recycling fee.

Details

The sustainable BioKork version of the GC1 grip, developed for the ergonomic demands of cyclists riding city bikes, beach cruisers, or touring bikes with upright, rearward-swept handlebars. Using traditional round grips on these specific, laid-back handlebars causes an uncomfortable bend in the wrist. The GC1 BioKork corrects the wrist position through its anatomic and ergonomically correct form, delivering exceptional comfort. The grip body is made up of 40% cork, which is sustainably grown in Portugal and able to meet strict ecological guidelines. The central core uses 20% less plastic and is reinforced with natural fibers. All components of the grip are produced with regards to sustainability. A forged aluminum clamp allows the grip to be adjusted for perfect fit, can be easily readjusted, and eliminates twisting once installed.

Kinked wrist position with regular grips

Standard grip: Kinked wrist

Corrected wrist alignment with Ergon grip
Ergon GC1 Grip: Ergonomically optimized wrist alignment

Adapted grips for various shifters explained

- Regular/Trigger Shifters: Both grips are long

- Gripshift/Dual Twist Shifters: Both grips are shortened

- Rohloff/Nexus/XX1/Single Twist Shifters: Right grip is shortened, left grip is long

Problem: Excessive pressure on the sensitive areas of the hands result in numb fingers.
Excessive pressure example

Solution: With an anatomically optimized design, Ergon grips offer 100% contact with the hand surface area, versus traditional round grips, that offer only 60% contact.

Optimized pressure management with Ergon grips

Part Numbers

Option UPC MPN Store SKU
Black/Cork / Regular 04260477060747 42410011 ERG34846518N

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