Annoying problem with Thorne Anatomical Cork Grips

[swayzak]

Hi

I love the feel of these (although they look rather dirty now after 9 months riding !).

However the left one constantly tries to work itself off, as though the adherence is not particularly strong. I keep having to "screw" it back on as 1cm+ gap begins to appear between it & the brake lever mount..

[julk]

Never tried it, but I hear that hair spray makes a good glue and lubricant to get the grip in place and fixed.

I use Ergon grips, they clamp on and are easy to remove/replace, recommended.

[Relayer]

Never tried it, but I hear that hair spray makes a good glue and lubricant to get the grip in place and fixed.

I use Ergon grips, they clamp on and are easy to remove/replace, recommended.

I'll second that recommendation for Ergon grips.

[SPARSONS]

I've used the hairspray method on non clamping grips and it works, give it a try, it may be the answer to your problem.

[swayzak]

I've used the hairspray method on non clamping grips and it works, give it a try, it may be the answer to your problem.

At the risk of sounding thick, what exactly does "the hairspray method" entail ?

Also, any tips for cleaning them ? Or does the cork just naturally hold onto the dirt ?

[julk]

I would try this.
Remove loose grip, clean handlebars, spray hairspray on bare handlebars, refit grip, wait while hairspray sets, ride bike.

My experience with cork is floor tiles and they only stay nice when varnished, not what you want for a grip. I suspect you will be reduced to soap and water and then live with the result.

I still recommend getting some Ergon grips when the opportunity arises.

[il padrone]

Shellac is the way to treat cork bar-tape to prolong it's life. Not sure whether it adversely afects the grip on bars, but I'd expect the same treatment would work to keep your grips clean.

[julk]

Then again you could go for cork Ergon grips!
GP1 BioKork

[swayzak]

Thanks for the hairspray tip.

Used some of my GF's (rather expensive) stuff & appears to have worked a treat