Comments on: In Praise of Powergrips http://bicycledesign.net/2007/03/in-praise-of-powergrips/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=in-praise-of-powergrips The blog about industrial design in the bike industry Mon, 17 Jun 2013 10:34:54 +0000 hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.5.1 By: Iwont Tell http://bicycledesign.net/2007/03/in-praise-of-powergrips/comment-page-1/#comment-24833 Iwont Tell Thu, 22 Sep 2011 17:09:12 +0000 http://bicycledesign.net/2007/03/in-praise-of-powergrips/#comment-24833 Just took my old all-round bike out of moth-balls and had some new hardware and new tyres installed. Runs OK for the first time in years. Better than new, virtually. But the repairman says he can’t put SPD pedals on it. Apparently it’s a 1/2″ vs. 9/16″dilemma or whatever.
Gonna get some 1/2″ metal pedals and Power grips, problem solved.

]]> By: Anonymous http://bicycledesign.net/2007/03/in-praise-of-powergrips/comment-page-1/#comment-2996 Anonymous Mon, 04 May 2009 17:46:00 +0000 http://bicycledesign.net/2007/03/in-praise-of-powergrips/#comment-2996 I just ordered a pair of these. I have a pair of Crank Bros mallets on my bike. Maybe it is just me…but I could never get out of my %*@&@ pedals when I really needed to. I am hoping these are a little easier to get out of. There is nothing like getting stuck on a log obstacle, standing motionless…perched at the top…you have just enough time to look around and notice your friends all laughing with that knowing look…he's stuck in his pedals…nah-nah-na-na-na-nahhhhh…then you start the 4 ft drop with bike in tandem.

]]> By: michael http://bicycledesign.net/2007/03/in-praise-of-powergrips/comment-page-1/#comment-2511 michael Thu, 18 Dec 2008 20:10:00 +0000 http://bicycledesign.net/2007/03/in-praise-of-powergrips/#comment-2511 I thought I would weigh in on some of the questions that have come up since writing this post.

1) The fabric has surprisingly little stretch but is still pliable. The exact recipe of this fabric is a secret but I was told that it is normally used in a completely different application unrelated to sport.

2) Pedal choice is important. Ideally you need an old school pedal with bolt on rat trap (the black anodised bit). The crucial thing is to have removable bolts (some cheapie models have rivets). These are readily available if not always in stock at your local bicycle store. Also Powergrips sells a kit complete with pedals & straps.

3) Somebody asked if you need a pedal with the little sticky out nub for flipping the pedal over prior to foot 'insertion'. Personally I have used nubbed and un-nubbed pedals and I can;t tell the difference.

I hope that answers your questions,

michael

]]> By: girona http://bicycledesign.net/2007/03/in-praise-of-powergrips/comment-page-1/#comment-2510 girona Thu, 18 Dec 2008 19:33:00 +0000 http://bicycledesign.net/2007/03/in-praise-of-powergrips/#comment-2510 I know it’s an old post but…

I ordered some Powergrips and I am considering the different types of suitable pedals available. I haven’t seen a pair of Powergrips upclose in 10 years so I am unsure about how they mount on the pedal. I have two questions:

.First. Are pedals with the “flip tab” recommended? There are many mtb pedals with out this tab but I find it very usable with regular toeclips and straps. I’m not sure about how useful they would be with Powergrips.

.Second. Do you need mounting holes on both ends of the pedal? There are some nice old school Suntour XC Pro pedals on eBay from time to time but they lack mounting holes on the tab end of the pedal.

]]> By: Stone http://bicycledesign.net/2007/03/in-praise-of-powergrips/comment-page-1/#comment-2207 Stone Fri, 03 Oct 2008 06:35:00 +0000 http://bicycledesign.net/2007/03/in-praise-of-powergrips/#comment-2207 I’ve been riding with Powergrips for 7 years. Used them Bike-messengering on a track bike and they give such good control and freedom to get in and out with ease…

They don’t look as cool as eggbeaters, but better than having to change your shoes~

]]> By: Camarillo Brillo http://bicycledesign.net/2007/03/in-praise-of-powergrips/comment-page-1/#comment-1623 Camarillo Brillo Tue, 27 May 2008 20:38:00 +0000 http://bicycledesign.net/2007/03/in-praise-of-powergrips/#comment-1623 I have been using POergrips for over 15 years and love ‘em. I ride hybrid and Mtn bukes nearly everyday. Work great with sandals too!

]]> By: Anonymous http://bicycledesign.net/2007/03/in-praise-of-powergrips/comment-page-1/#comment-808 Anonymous Thu, 19 Jul 2007 05:17:00 +0000 http://bicycledesign.net/2007/03/in-praise-of-powergrips/#comment-808 doesn’t you loose power with a flexible street shoe?

]]> By: Thathertz http://bicycledesign.net/2007/03/in-praise-of-powergrips/comment-page-1/#comment-762 Thathertz Wed, 04 Jul 2007 02:03:00 +0000 http://bicycledesign.net/2007/03/in-praise-of-powergrips/#comment-762 After reading this article I talked my friend/coworker into buying a set for his fixie. And after listening to his praise I recommended them to a client who was also impressed. So in a round about way I convinced myself to give them a try.

Styling wise they are about a sexy as duct-taping your shoe to the pedal compared to Shimano’s latest offerings, Christophe’s or the huge marketing giant that is Crank Bro’s. But it would seem that their are a lot of great(cycling)products out their that often are overlooked because they just look ugly. Can Power grips be “blinged” –I doubt it, although a Bedazzler might do the trick. But whatever.

I have to agree with others when the say that the Power Grips probably don’t offer that unified feel of SPD’s and I certainly don’t expect my power grips to be. I think they would be ideal for riders who are dedicated toe strap users, afraid of SPD’s or don’t want to shell out the money for shoes and pedals, or those who just prefer the convince of toe straps.

I Haven’t installed them yet -but will post when I have some conclusive feedback.

P.S. Power Grip sales have increased 300% at my local shop. I bought the last pair.

]]> By: Anonymous http://bicycledesign.net/2007/03/in-praise-of-powergrips/comment-page-1/#comment-637 Anonymous Wed, 25 Apr 2007 18:10:00 +0000 http://bicycledesign.net/2007/03/in-praise-of-powergrips/#comment-637 The obvious negative is that you have to orient the pedal to the strap is right side up. Also, have you ever hooked a root of tree ‘staub’ with a Power Strap… not good. Clipless have come a long way, and once you gte proficient at using a good clipless pedal, there is no turning back.

]]> By: Bill http://bicycledesign.net/2007/03/in-praise-of-powergrips/comment-page-1/#comment-592 Bill Fri, 30 Mar 2007 00:43:00 +0000 http://bicycledesign.net/2007/03/in-praise-of-powergrips/#comment-592 I use Powergrips for sprint triahlons and duathlons. While my fellow competitors are struggling changing their shoes, I am gone!

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