Grip Comfort Series 2.0

Growth In Three Dimensions

Ergonomic bike grips play a key role in how control and comfort feel on the bike. The shape of the grip, the size that matches your hand and the way pressure is distributed across the palm all influence the riding experience. With the updated 721 2.0 and 702 2.0 grips, SQlab refines its ergonomic Grip Concept with a revised wing design, optimized lamella structures and a three-dimensional size concept that adapts more precisely to different hand sizes and riding positions.

When Control Feels Natural

Introducing the new SQlab 721 2.0 and 702 2.0 grips

Hands are one of the most sensitive contact points on the bike. How the grip supports the palm, guides the fingers and distributes pressure across the hand has a direct influence on control and comfort during the ride.

With the new 721 2.0 and 702 2.0, SQlab further refines its Grip Concept. The updated generation features a revised wing construction, optimized lamella zones and a three-dimensional sizing concept where diameter, grip length and wing size grow proportionally.

The goal is not to add more material — but to create a more precise fit between hand and grip.

SQlab Grip Concept 2.0

Designed around the hand

For many riders, the hands are one of the most sensitive contact points on the bike. Pressure that builds up in the palm during longer rides can sometimes lead to numb or tingling fingers, something many riders associate with the carpal tunnel area.

The SQlab Grip Concept focuses on how pressure is distributed across the hand and how clearly the grip supports both palm and fingers.

It is built around three key elements:

A defined support area for the palm
The Ergobar that follows the natural curve of the fingers
A size-specific construction in S, M and L

Instead of relying on soft padding, the shape guides the hand. The wing increases the contact area and shifts load toward the outer palm, while the Ergobar supports the natural curve of the fingers when wrapping around the grip.

The result is a stable and natural grip feel that remains comfortable even on longer rides.

Black ergonomic bicycle grips on a blueprint with a grid cutting mat, showing design and measurements.

Size Is Three-Dimensional

Most bike grips differ only in diameter.
But hand sizes don’t change in just one dimension.

They vary in overall volume — which means width, finger reach and palm size all play a role.

Especially with ergonomic wing grips, this becomes important. A larger hand doesn’t simply need a thicker grip, it also requires a longer grip body and a proportionally larger wing support.

With the 2.0 generation, SQlab refined exactly this. Grip diameter, grip length and wing size now grow proportionally across the size range.

This creates:

more consistent pressure distribution
a clearly defined support surface
a grip that matches the hand more precisely

Choosing the right grip size isn’t about preference. It’s about fit.

A person holding two black ergonomic handles over blueprints on a blue cutting mat.

Which One Fits Your Riding Style?

Both models follow the same ergonomic principles. The difference lies in the wing size and how the grip supports different riding positions.

721 2.0 – Stable support for a more upright position

The 721 2.0 offers a larger support surface, ideal for city bikes, bikes with an upright riding position and more relaxed riding setups. The pronounced wing provides clear palm support for steady, controlled handling.

Best suited for:
Urban riding, City bikes, daily errands.

702 2.0 – Balanced support for more active riding positions

The 702 2.0 is designed for bikes with a slightly more forward-leaning riding position. Compared to the 721 2.0, the wing profile is more compact, allowing greater freedom of movement while still providing defined palm support for longer rides.

Best suited for:
Trekking bikes, touring setups, moderately upright riding positions.

Pressure Mapping in the SQlab lab

Conventional grips often concentrate load in the centre of the palm – where sensitive nerve pathways pass through the wrist. SQlab pressure mapping shows how peak loads can occur in this zone.

The Grip-Series 2.0 is shaped to redistribute this load by enlarging the support surface and guiding pressure toward more stable contact areas. This significantly reduces peak pressure in sensitive regions.

The result is a balanced pressure pattern and a naturally supported hand position – particularly important in upright riding positions where more weight rests on the hands.

Pressure & Nerve Pathways

Pressure Mapping Comparison

SQlab 702 2.0 Grip vs. Third-party-wing-grip

Analyzing pressure distribution

In a direct comparison test with a conventional comfort grip, the 702 2.0 showed no localized pressure in the carpal tunnel area. The measured average surface pressure was 10.5 kPa – approximately 55% lower than the comparison grip (23.5 kPa).

The raised outer edge shifts the load toward the less sensitive outer edge of the hand. Sensitive structures such as nerves and blood vessels in the palm are therefore constructively considered.

In the tested comparison grip, pressure was distributed more strongly across the palm – including the area of the carpal tunnel, where major nerve pathways are located.

Why Grip Size Matters

Person measuring hand size with a printed guide on a dark surface, using a marker to indicate dimensions on a diagram of a hand.

An ergonomic grip only works when it fits your hand.

Too small, and the support surface is reduced, pressure increases and control becomes less stable.

Too large, and the hand can no longer wrap the grip naturally, steering inputs become less precise.

That’s why every SQlab grip is available in multiple sizes, based on measurable hand dimensions. A proper hand measurement ensures the grip supports your hand exactly as intended, whether you’re commuting through the city, riding long trekking tours or spending full days on the bike.

Because real control doesn’t come from guesswork. It comes from precision.

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How to Measure

FAQ

Measure your hand width and use the SQlab size guide to determine the correct S, M or L option.

Wing grips are primarily designed for comfort-oriented and trekking setups where the riding position allows for defined palm support. The decisive factor is not speed, but upper body posture. The more upright the position, the more effectively a wing can distribute pressure across the palm.

The 721 2.0 is optimized for upright city and comfort-focused trekking bikes. The 702 2.0 supports moderately forward-leaning trekking positions with a slightly sportier posture. For very low, aggressive racing positions, slimmer non-wing grips are generally more suitable.

Choosing the right grip depends on how you sit on the bike — not how fast you ride.

The 2.0 generation is not a cosmetic update. The entire grip has been reworked — from geometry to material composition.

Refined 3D Size Concept
The wing now grows proportionally in width, length and wing size across sizes S, M and L. This creates a more precise palm fit and a clearly defined support area for different hand dimensions.

Revised Wing Geometry
The contour has been optimized to improve load distribution toward the outer palm, while maintaining clear control in dynamic riding situations.

Updated Lamella Structure
The integrated lamella zones have been designed to enhance flexibility where needed and maintain structural stability under load.

New Surface Texture
The contact surface has been refined for improved tactile feedback and secure grip in dry and wet conditions.

Optimized Rubber Compound
The material balance between grip, durability and defined support has been re-tuned for long-term consistency.