Lizard Skins looked to expand their product lineup of grips, bar tape, body armor, and frame protection with the Monitor 1.0 gloves. The aim here was to create a lightweight and minimalist glove with ample tech features without the added bulk. We grabbed a pair and hit the trails for a couple of months to let you know how they succeeded. Lizard Skins Monitor 1.0 Highlights Articulated fingers Knuckle gussets Seamless material integration Clarino palm Touch screen compatible Available sizes: S-XXL MSRP: $42 USD Initial Impressions The first thing I noticed on ride #1 with the Monitor 1.0 glove...
Review by Justin Schroth and Joel Harwood // Photos by Justin Schroth Lizard Skins recently applied their DuraSoft Polymer (DSP) technology to their mountain bike line, allowing them to create a grip that does not require an inner plastic sleeve or lock-rings. The result is a grip that is super lightweight with a soft feel and thin profile. Previously the DSP material was used to make bar tape for road bikes, touting improved durability, increased shock absorption and superior grip in all conditions. Curious to see how the DSP grip stacks up against a sea of other options, we mounted a few...