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  1. #1
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    Apr 2009
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    be careful of using a screwdriver....

    and DON'T use one if your bars are carbon! At the shop we use shaving cream. It leaves a nice minty scent, too.

  2. #2
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    Quote Originally Posted by tride View Post
    and DON'T use one if your bars are carbon! At the shop we use shaving cream. It leaves a nice minty scent, too.
    My bars are definitely NOT carbon If they were they'd be the most expensive thing on the bike, lol. Thanks for the heads up, tho. I do like the shaving cream idea, too.
    "A bicycle does get you there and more. And there is always the thin edge of danger to keep you alert and comfortably apprehensive. Dogs become dogs again and snap at your raincoat; potholes become personal. And getting there is all the fun."

  3. #3
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    Changing grips secret?

    Another option : if you have access to a air compressor blow air underneath them. IT not only will make life easier, but will take very little time to take the old ones off and put new ones on.

  4. #4
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    At the shop the boys blow them off with an air compressor. Get the nozzle under the edge of the grip and off they go. The little kids getting new grips installed on their bmx bikes LOVE watching them do it.

  5. #5
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    Quote Originally Posted by Running Mommy View Post
    At the shop the boys blow them off with an air compressor. Get the nozzle under the edge of the grip and off they go. The little kids getting new grips installed on their bmx bikes LOVE watching them do it.
    I do have an air compressor and I bet my kids would love watching that, too. Thanks for the tip.
    "A bicycle does get you there and more. And there is always the thin edge of danger to keep you alert and comfortably apprehensive. Dogs become dogs again and snap at your raincoat; potholes become personal. And getting there is all the fun."

  6. #6
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    Jul 2007
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    Berlin, CT
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    I can vouch that the hairspray trick works but I love the air compressor idea!

    As for Ergon grips, not sure if they will work with your grip shifters but I have to say that the Ergon grips have been a lifesaver for me. I have terrible carpal tunnel and cubital tunnel issues in my right arm and they have helped me soooo much!

  7. #7
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    Mar 2009
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    Michigan
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    I never heard to use an air compressor. Now I can't wait to try it! I bought new grips and have not taken the time to put them on.

 

 

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