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DMR Deathgrip Race Edition


With a dual waffle and knurled pattern and the choice of two diameters and rubber compounds, Brendan Fairclough’s original signature grips have proven popular. Now DMR have released a Race Edition version with a softer ‘secret super-tacky formula’ rubber for more comfort and control when it matters most. They use the same single lock-on ring, tapered core design as the standard Deathgrips, come in ‘thick’ and ‘thin’ versions, and are available with or without a flange (flangeless standard grips are now available too, for $25). We can only assume we’ll be whipping it sideways like Brendan with these on our bikes.

Price $30

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