Stromberg Lend-A-Hand Grips: Mini, Standard & Extended Fit Guide

Stromberg Carlson uses different grip lengths on its Lend-A-Hand Mini, standard and extended RV entry rails. If the rail is still secure but the hand-contact surface is worn, you may only need a replacement grip. Match the exact rail model before choosing a cover; a 22-inch Mini grip will not cover the same section as a 39-inch standard grip.

Find the correct handrail grip

The linked Zip Grip products are the charcoal versions. Stromberg also makes blue and tan versions, but colour does not change the rail model and grip length you need. The foam-covered rail shown in the photographs is not included with a grip-only product.

Identify the main rail shapes

Choosing a Zip Grip or Dura Grip

Zip Grip: replace the long hand-contact area

Stromberg's Zip Grip is made from UV-resistant neoprene with a rubber backing. The nylon zipper runs along the rail, and cable ties hold the ends in place. Follow the manufacturer's instructions to keep the zipper orientation correct and leave the rail free to pivot in its mounting bracket. Zip Grips are machine washable on a gentle cycle; hang them to dry.

AM-01 Dura Grip: a local handhold

AM-01 is a separate soft molded rubber grip designed to snap onto a 1-inch-diameter rail or tube. It can renew a worn section or add a local handhold. The maker specifies adhesive backing and cable ties to prevent rotation. It does not replace the entire foam or neoprene covering along a rail.

Original foam grip: different installation

Stromberg also identifies FP-1001-R as the original replacement foam grip and FP-1002-R as a wrap-style alternative. The original foam grip slides onto the rail, so fitting it can require removal of the rail brackets; it will not work where a crossbar prevents sliding it into place. These are factory reference numbers, not the linked Zip Grip products.

Matching product photos

AM-ZIP22C — 22-inch charcoal Zip Grip

View AM-ZIP22C product

AM-ZIP39C — 39-inch charcoal Zip Grip

View AM-ZIP39C product

AM-ZIP2239C — 22-inch and 39-inch charcoal grip set

View AM-ZIP2239C product

AM-01 — Snap-on rubber Dura Grip

View AM-01 product

AM-250 — Lend-A-Hand Mini, white

View AM-250 product

AM-800 — Standard Lend-A-Hand, black

View AM-800 product

AM-533 — Extended Lend-A-Hand, black

View AM-533 product

Before ordering or fitting a grip

1. Read the existing rail's model number and identify whether it is Mini, standard or extended.
2. Confirm the correct grip length and whether you need one piece or the 22-inch/39-inch pair.
3. Inspect the existing rail and brackets; a new grip does not repair loose, bent or corroded mounting hardware.
4. For Zip Grip, secure the zipper ends as instructed and confirm the rail still folds and locks normally.

Manufacturer instructions and rail reference

See Stromberg Carlson's Zip Grip compatibility chart, replacement handrail grips, and Zip Grip installation guide (PDF). The manufacturer's 2026 catalog, printed page 7 also lists the grip-to-rail matches.

For the different stainless locking commercial rails and backing plates, see the locking Lend-A-Hand reference.