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Bear KompleX 2 Hole Leather Hand Grips
Get your grips on Amazon here: https://amzn.to/3g0g0gY
What are they?
A solid pair of Leather Hand Grips from Bear KompleX. With almost a thousand reviews and an average 4.3 star rating on Amazon, these seem to be among the best Hand Grips out there.
Quality
Sturdy, really thick leather that takes a while to break in, but when it does, oh man they're great! They still manage to let me feel the bar properly and are relatively easy to spin if/when doing mixed work with a barbell. I have seen some reviews complaining about the wrist velcro being uncomfortable, but I personally find that it doesn't dig in and is really comfortable.
The leather has a tendency to stain when you get sweaty though, so I would go for one of the lighter colors to avoid that.
Fit
I would recommend sizing up if in between sizes. Although, the leather will stretch slightly during the break in period, so factor that into your decision. I would also recommend going for the 3-hole version if you have larger hands.
Performance
Performance wise, I would say these Hand Grips are worth the money. They aren't the cheapest pair out there, but as per usual, Amazon provides a price that doesn't break the bank.
Are they allowed in competition? Yup, the Bear KompleX leather grips are allowed in Crossfit competitions, so these are a good choice if you have one coming up. Just make sure you break them in properly before competition day!
Get your grips on Amazon here: https://amzn.to/3g0g0gY