The economy has gotten out of control since trump 2.0. So everything is expensive. At about $30 that includes these. But, if only considering the quality of these grips, they are good. Semi-soft to the touch, a little rough on the trail. With rigid forks, that only partially absorb the bumps, my hands started to feel uncomfortable. So I wish I would have gotten a softer set. But I honestly don't know whether they would have helped or not. So I'll settle for these. Because they are okay, and I think they will last a long time.