Overview
The Rogue V2 Gymnastics Grips are a second-generation, two-hole leather hand grip designed to protect palms during high-rep, bar-based, and implement-swinging movements. Made from textured American leather on both sides, they measure 2.5 inches wide and secure to the wrist with an adjustable hook-and-loop strap. The gray grips are embossed with the Rogue Barbell Club logo and come in Small, Medium, and Large sizes based on a simple fit guide.
For CrossFit athletes, these grips address one of the most common training interruptions: ripped hands. Torn skin from pull-up bars or kettlebell handles can sideline an athlete for a week or more, breaking training momentum and limiting volume over time. A reliable pair of grips is considered standard kit in most CrossFit boxes, sitting alongside chalk and wrist wraps as foundational hand-care accessories.
With 111 reviews and a strong average rating, the V2 Grips have built a reputation as a dependable, no-frills option. Long-term users report wearing a single pair for four to five years of consistent CrossFit training, which speaks to the durability of the USA-made leather construction.
Key Features
The most significant upgrade in the V2 design is the use of textured American leather on both sides of the grip rather than one. This dual-texture surface creates consistent friction against both the bar and the palm, preventing the grip from bunching or sliding during high-rep sets. The two precision-cut finger holes hold the grip in place on the hand without requiring constant readjustment between sets.
The hook-and-loop wrist strap is a practical differentiator from wrap-style hand protection. Athletes can flip the grip portions around to the back of their hands during rest periods or transitions, then rotate them back into position quickly when returning to the bar. This makes the V2 Grips particularly useful in workouts that combine barbell or dumbbell movements with pull-up bar work, where hand protection is needed intermittently rather than continuously.
At 2.5 inches wide, the grips offer moderate palm coverage. Some athletes deliberately size up so the extra leather folds over the bar and creates a dowel-like effect, which can improve the feel on the pull-up bar and further reduce friction on the palm. This is a common user-reported technique worth factoring into sizing decisions.
Who It’s For
The Rogue V2 Gymnastics Grips are best suited for CrossFit athletes and general functional fitness enthusiasts who program pull-ups, toes-to-bar, and kettlebell swings in volume. They are a particularly good fit for athletes who are new to high-rep bar work and want to build training volume without hand tears interrupting their consistency. Experienced athletes who prefer a simple two-hole leather grip over more complex carbon fiber or rubber alternatives will also find these a reliable long-term choice.
At $30, these grips sit at the budget-friendly end of the gymnastics grip market without sacrificing material quality. Coaches outfitting a gym with communal grips for athletes to grab and go will find the three-size range and durable construction practical for that use case. Athletes who require maximum palm coverage or prefer a three-hole design may want to compare against other options in the Rogue grip lineup before purchasing.
