Gloves, grips and straps
PICSIL RX carbon fibre grips
Carbon fibre and synthetic leather pull-up grips, thin and hard-wearing. They protect the palms on pull-ups and gymnastics sequences.
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Our take
PICSIL RX grips answer a familiar pain point: palms that tear after a big pull-up session. Their minimal design keeps most of the feel of the bar, which sets them apart from thick gloves that get in the way of the grip.
In practice they earn their place on pull-up bars, rings and gymnastics sequences. For heavy pulling or carrying, Fitgriff lifting straps are the better tool. And if your skin is already suffering, Velites Quad Ultra hand grips cover more of the hand.
What we like
- + Thin, natural grip
- + Protects against calluses and rips
- + Handles high pull-up volume
What to know
- - Not built for heavy loads
- - Sizing needs care
Frequently asked questions
Do you still need chalk with these grips?
They are designed to reduce the need for chalk, but many athletes keep a little for long sessions or sweaty hands.
Are they useful for functional racing?
They suit pull-up and gymnastics training. For loaded stations such as the sled or farmers carry, gloves or straps are a better fit.
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