Overview
The Spiral Strength Neutral Grips are an innovative and highly portable tool designed to add a neutral or semi-supinated grip option to any standard piece of strength equipment. By attaching these durable rubber handles to pull-up bars, barbells, or cable machines, athletes can instantly modify their hand position (palms facing each other). This shift reduces linear stress on the wrists, elbows, and shoulders, while simultaneously targeting under-utilized muscle groups and increasing grip tax.
Key Features and Specifications
Construction: Heavy-duty EPDM rubber grips.
Suspension: Utilizes braided polyester stretch rope for a secure yet flexible connection.
Weight Capacity: Tested at 150 LB (70 KG) per grip, providing a total weight capacity of 300 LB per pair.
Compatibility: Can be attached to pull-up bars, barbells, resistance bands, and cable machines via carabiners or braided rope loops.
Portability: Lightweight and compact enough to fit in any gym bag for travel or use at a commercial facility.
Manufacturing: Proudly Made in the USA by Dynepic Sports.
Sale Format: Sold as a pair.
Performance Benefits
Joint Comfort: The Spiral Strength Neutral Grips allow for a "natural" hand path during pulling and rowing movements. This is particularly beneficial for athletes with golfer's elbow (medial epicondylitis) or shoulder impingement, as it avoids the forced pronation of a standard straight bar.
Enhanced Grip Strength: The texture and diameter of the EPDM rubber grips are designed to increase friction and demand more from the fingers and forearms, building "vice-like" grip strength with every repetition.
Dynamic Range of Motion: Because the grips are suspended on braided rope, they are not fixed in a single plane. This allows for slight rotations during a lift, leading to better muscle fiber recruitment in the lats, biceps, and triceps.
Training Variance: These grips can be used for everything from pull-ups and inverted rows to cable tricep extensions and curls, making them one of the most versatile accessory tools in the Rogue catalog.
Maintenance and Care
Rubber Care: Periodically wipe down the EPDM rubber with a damp cloth and mild detergent to remove sweat and oils. Avoid using petroleum-based cleaners, which can degrade rubber over time.
Strap Inspection: Regularly check the braided polyester rope for any signs of fraying or wear, especially at the point where it loops around the bar or connects to a carabiner.
Carabiner Hinge: If using the optional metal clips, ensure the gate mechanism is free of dust and debris. A drop of dry lubricant can keep the snap action smooth.
Storage: Store in a dry environment. While EPDM rubber is highly durable, keeping the grips away from direct sunlight and extreme moisture when not in use will extend the life of the polyester suspension rope.
Warranty Information
Rogue Fitness and Dynepic Sports provide a Limited Warranty on the structural integrity of the Spiral Strength Neutral Grips for the original purchaser. This warranty covers defects in material and workmanship. The braided polyester ropes and rubber surfaces are considered wear items and are typically covered under a 1-year warranty against manufacturing defects. The warranty does not cover damage resulting from overloading the 150 LB-per-grip limit or misuse on sharp-edged equipment.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Can I use these for weighted pull-ups? A: Yes, as long as the total load (bodyweight + added weight) does not exceed 300 LB for the pair. If you weigh 200 LB, you can safely add up to 100 LB of external weight.
Q: Do they slide around on the bar? A: The EPDM rubber and the way the rope loops around the bar create a high-friction connection. Most users find that once weight is applied, the grips "lock" into place securely.
Q: Are they better than a fixed multi-grip bar? A: They offer a different benefit. While a fixed bar is more stable, the Spiral Strength Neutral Grips provide a dynamic, free-moving path of motion that many athletes find superior for joint health and muscle isolation.
Q: Do they come with carabiners? A: The grips come with a braided rope loop that can be used for attachment; however, many athletes choose to use standard climbing-style carabiners (often sold separately or as a system) for faster transitions on cable machines.