Quark Griprest Modification?

[Choada_Boy]

 

I ordered a pair for my Quarks but didn't realize that I'd have to make a modification to the end of the handle to get them on. Anyone done this mod, or seen the results? I'm interested in how the tool would work without them on, if I choose not to use them for some reason. Anyone using Griprests on their Quarks in the Alpine?

[dbb]

Anyone using Griprests on their Quarks in the Alpine?

 

All the time. They are well worth putting on and keeping on.

[tvashtarkatena]

Ditto. No need to ever take them off in any conditions. The shaft plunges fine in softer stuff with the griprest. Don't know what modification you're talking about, but I've got an older pair.

[jja]

I've done this mod. It's not too hard and the results are good. I'd recommend using a really sharp knife, preferably a utility razor knife and taking off a little bit of the grip rubber at a time. Better to take your time than to remove too much.

[Choada_Boy]

Don't know what modification you're talking about, but I've got an older pair.

 

I guess I've got an older old pair. You have to trim away a bit of the rubber at the bottom of the handle and drill a hole into what's left for the mounting screw.

 

Thanks for the info, though, I'll start cutting

[eric8]

I have taken the griprest on and off several times with no need to cut anything. My quarks are 2 years old.

[Choada_Boy]

That's good for you. The older Quarks need to be modified, as the griprest won't fit on the end of the handle. The thought of going leashless had yet to enter the psyche...