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LoamLab Counterpunch MTB Handguards
LoamLab Counterpunch MTB Handguards
LoamLab Counterpunch MTB Handguards
LoamLab Counterpunch MTB Handguards
LoamLab Counterpunch MTB Handguards
LoamLab Counterpunch MTB Handguards
LoamLab Counterpunch MTB Handguards
LoamLab Counterpunch MTB Handguards
LoamLab Counterpunch MTB Handguards
LoamLab Counterpunch cutaway

Counterpunch

Regular price $18 CAD $0 CAD Unit price per

WHY?

The Counterpunch makes clipping trees less problematic by protecting the 5th digit and metacarpal from impact, greatly reducing the chance of a broken bone. The curved surface slides rather than grabs, making it less likely the bar will hang up and throw the rider. As soon as testing began, several riders reported improved control, and declared it the top reason to run them, which is something that typical MTB handguards don't offer. 

WATCH THE COUNTERPUNCH STRIKING A TREE

Not just a slight clip, but a full on tree strike, on chunky bark The Counterpunch slides, not grabs. Saves a crash, saves your hand and maybe saves your season. People often ask why they don’t curve more over your pinky. It’s because they don’t need to; less is more.

 

HAND POSITION

Like to run the meat of your palm off the end of the bar? You know it puts you more at risk but control is more important than safety, right? The Counterpunch still allows you to do this comfortably and safely, even if you really like to hang it out. 

 

LOAMLAB GRIP

By making the rubber eccentric to the bar, and strategically removing areas of the inner core, the LoamLab grip is a thin (29mm) lock-on with the comfort of a thick slide-on. This makes the top of the grip level from end to end, without a pressure point normally found on thin concentric grips. The cutaway core at the thumb creates a thicker flexible pad that absorbs vibration for better traction with less gripping force, and the uniform surface there makes gloveless riding comfortable. The LoamLab grip is also available in a Single Clamp version if the Counterpunch is not your style.

 

COMPATIBILITY

Mates perfectly with the LoamLab dual clamp grip. Also compatible with ODI dual clamp grips by replacing the outer lock ring with the Counterpunch. Or simply install it on the end of the bar with the open-end grip of your choice.  

Counterpunch without grips: 68g per pair 
Counterpunch with grips: 164g per pair

The Counterpunch™ has US and International Patents Pending

Customer Reviews

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Len Cater
saving my pinky every ride

these work great for deflecting off trees, especially small saplings that grow close or over the trails.
Thanks

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Paul Saunders
Counter punch are wicked! Grips less so.

The bar ends are fantastic and a great addition as I always clip my pinkies on trees. The grips are a bit skinny for me and create pressure on my palms but this is just user preference I think. 4.5/5!

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J.D.
2 years on, 2 new sets

Love these things, bars feel naked without them. One for the new bike, one to replace the most battered set on the trail bike (still perfectly functional though). Better coatings on the plugs for enhanced friction in the bar. I miss the punch laser etching though

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Phil Thibaudeau
Just the tip

Bought these in hopes of saving my knuckles from tree strikes, and boy did these gems deliver. Thank you!

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Jeff
Incredible product - recommended by pro downhill mountain bikers

Incredible product. I discovered Counterpunch from Specialized's downhill mtb team. I'm really glad I found this product. They've saved me from crashing and the design looks awesome too :)