Extra-Soft Rubber. Greg Minnaar Pattern. Secure Lock-On Fit.
The Burgtec Bartender Pro Super Soft Greg Minnaar Grips are made for mountain bikers who prioritise a soft, tacky connection with the handlebar.
They use the same 31.5mm diameter and Greg Minnaar surface pattern as the standard Bartender Pro, but replace its 30A rubber with Burgtec’s softer Super Soft compound. The result is a more cushioned feel with plenty of traction in wet or dry conditions.
Super Soft Compound
Burgtec’s Super Soft rubber is designed to provide additional suppleness and a tackier surface than the standard 30A version. This allows the grip to conform more readily beneath your hands and can help take the edge off repeated trail impacts.
Burgtec does not publish a numerical Shore rating for this compound, so it is best described simply as Super Soft.
The trade-off with any very soft grip is wear life. Riders who frequently wear through grips or prefer a firmer connection with the handlebar may be better suited to the standard 30A Bartender Pro Minnaar.
Greg Minnaar Surface Pattern
The grip uses the same World Cup-proven pattern developed with Greg Minnaar. Its raised rubber sections provide traction while leaving enough room for the surface to flex beneath your palm and fingers.
The pattern works with gloves or bare hands, although grip feel will also depend on your glove material, hand position and riding conditions.
Comfortable 31.5mm Diameter
The 31.5mm diameter provides a medium-sized grip that suits a wide range of riders. It offers more cushioning than a particularly slim grip without moving into the oversized category.
Riders with smaller hands or those wanting a more direct feel may prefer Burgtec’s original 30mm Bartender grip.
Tapered Core and Single Locking Collar
An ultra-thin tapered internal core leaves additional room for rubber between your hands and the handlebar. This allows the grip surface to flex more freely than a lock-on grip built around a thick, rigid sleeve.
A single inner locking collar holds each grip securely in position while leaving the outer end free from a second metal clamp.
Key Features
- Greg Minnaar signature mountain bike grips
- Burgtec Super Soft rubber compound
- Softer and tackier than the standard 30A version
- Greg Minnaar surface pattern
- 31.5mm grip diameter
- Approximately 130mm long
- Ultra-thin tapered internal core
- Single inner lock-on collar
- Suitable for use with gloves or bare hands
- Available in Burgtec Black only
- Supplied as a pair
Who Are These Grips For?
These grips suit trail, enduro and downhill riders who want the softest option in Burgtec’s Greg Minnaar range. They are particularly worth considering if you find firmer lock-on grips uncomfortable during long or rough descents.
Choose the standard 30A Bartender Pro Minnaar if you prefer a firmer feel or place greater importance on wear life.
Our Thoughts
The main reason to choose this version is simple: you want a softer grip. The Super Soft compound feels more compliant than the standard Bartender Pro while retaining the security of a lock-on design.
We would recommend it to riders who prioritise traction and cushioning ahead of maximum durability. If you are already comfortable on the standard 30A version, there is no strong reason to change unless you specifically want a softer feel.
Grip setup still matters. Position the pattern where it feels natural beneath your hands, tighten the locking collars to Burgtec’s specified torque and check that the grips cannot rotate before riding.
Why Buy from Chain Reaction?
- Help comparing Burgtec grip compounds and diameters
- Professional grip installation available
- Independent Christchurch bike shop
- Nationwide New Zealand delivery
Specifications
- Brand: Burgtec
- Model: Bartender Pro Super Soft Greg Minnaar Signature
- Product type: Lock-on mountain bike grips
- Compound: Burgtec Super Soft
- Diameter: 31.5mm
- Length: Approximately 130mm
- Core: Ultra-thin tapered core
- Clamp design: Single inner locking collar
- Colour: Burgtec Black
- Quantity: Pair
- Intended use: Trail, enduro and downhill mountain biking
