Andrek Posted April 13, 2016 Author Posted April 13, 2016 i must mention i have no affiliation with LuvHandles whatsoever, and i was very critical of them in the initial hub review... if they consistent with their pricing, they have my vote every timeDid you order in the end? Test results?
Meezo Posted April 13, 2016 Posted April 13, 2016 Did you order in the end? Test results? been using now for commuting, on a rigid fork, and love uhm. also running on my trail "type" bike rode without gloves, and love uhm even more... As for test results, the fit in the hand is perfect, not to thick or too thin for the "average" sized hand, works with or without gloves. softer than the normal grips we are used to. no issues when hand getting sweaty and using no gloves, also seems easy enough to clean. does not throttle like most of its competitors, currently own 2 sets, going to be ordering quite a few in the near future... Again, the absolute winner for me is the pricing, its like a no brainer for more on themhttps://community.bikehub.co.za/topic/157833-first-look-friday-lapierre-xr-729-luvhandles-grips-and-thule-velocompact/ mtbride and Andrek 2
Rocket-Boy Posted April 13, 2016 Posted April 13, 2016 The telling part in the long term will be pricing. If it stays similar to what it currently is then these will be winners for a very long time to come. Nancy Drew, Meezo and Luvhandles 3
Meezo Posted April 13, 2016 Posted April 13, 2016 The telling part in the long term will be pricing. If it stays similar to what it currently is then these will be winners for a very long time to come. Ryder also has a silicone grip, i remember first buying them at like R140 or something, though they just were not as good at the time compared to ESi's.. checked the pricing on the Ryder's now the other day, they around R280-300
mtbride Posted April 13, 2016 Posted April 13, 2016 It's not as thick(chunky) as the extra chunky, however slightly thicker than the chunky, what i found where ESi has a thick and thin side (the manual tells you how to fit) Unlike that, the LuvHandles is round all round... My rigid is not that harsh anymore... [emoji12] That thick and thin side of ESI chunky is really like .001 mm diffs. I can't even see on mine which is which after having ridden them for a year. Good to hear, was looking for something a bit more chunky, but not the Extra chunky size
Rocket-Boy Posted April 13, 2016 Posted April 13, 2016 Ryder also has a silicone grip, i remember first buying them at like R140 or something, though they just were not as good at the time compared to ESi's.. checked the pricing on the Ryder's now the other day, they around R280-300Its crazy how those things go up, that kind of increase cant be blamed on inflation or R/$Versus socks have been playing it smart with only a small increase based on exchange so they will continue to grow. I really hope that luvhandles wont go up by silly prices, I way prefer supporting local.
Rapapanga Posted April 13, 2016 Posted April 13, 2016 I did a fairly well known stage race recently, fitted luvhandles the night before day 1 and had no issues with grip (in very sweaty conditions) and no aches or pains in my hands. The previous time i did this race, we had the ESI's and cannot say the same - my partner's hands were numb for more than a week afterwards Unless they disappear from the planet, I will never use another brand - luv the handles!! #getagrip Andrek, Luvhandles and Charsky 3
andro.nel Posted April 13, 2016 Posted April 13, 2016 My hands are luv'd! Replaced my ESI's last year October just before W2W with some Luvhandles. Still using the Luvhandles and will keep on using them.Highly recommend them, well priced and quality! Rick Sanchez, Charsky, Andrek and 1 other 4
Rick Sanchez Posted April 13, 2016 Posted April 13, 2016 Which ones Ricky G?Got some Blue Luvhandles. Great price and basically identical to the Regular ESI's.Will post again as soon as I have had a chance to ride with them
Rick Sanchez Posted April 13, 2016 Posted April 13, 2016 One thing I have to add, the Luvhandles plugs are MUCH better than those that come with the ESI's 428 others 1
Rocket-Boy Posted April 13, 2016 Posted April 13, 2016 On one front that I really think Luvhandles shines is their courier charges, the prices are great and that is a make or break for me with online shopping. I didnt *need* new grips but Im ordering some anyway. jules1976, Belgarath, Saag and 2 others 5
Bobbo_SA Posted April 13, 2016 Posted April 13, 2016 Tried to add a the "BikeHub" coupon but it rejects it.... #Justhinting
jebro7 Posted April 13, 2016 Posted April 13, 2016 Cant wait to get my hands on these 4 sets ordered. 2 for me & 2 for a mate.Order placed at 12h00...tracking number received at 12h17!Awesome service guys keep it up! Hairy and Luvhandles 2
Meezo Posted April 13, 2016 Posted April 13, 2016 Tried to add a the "BikeHub" coupon but it rejects it.... #Justhinting haha! R1 off R120 would still be a bargain, if you ask me Bobbo_SA 1
Bobbo_SA Posted April 13, 2016 Posted April 13, 2016 haha! R1 off R120 would still be a bargain, if you ask me Ordered and Paid for 4 sets. Just hope the Orange is "orange" enough for my taste. Luvhandles and Meezo 2
Thermophage Posted April 13, 2016 Posted April 13, 2016 Lol I ordered earlier as well as been um'ing n ah'ing about it for a while...Seems they're going to be VERY busy the next few days...and hopefully a lot longer too Luvhandles and Rocket-Boy 2
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