BAM SHIFTS Shift Knob Comparison
Which BAM SHIFT is right for you?
Every knob we make is designed, machined and finished in our own shop in Blackfoot, Idaho. They split into two families: the Hybrid knobs, built around a swappable Grip system, and the Grippy knobs, built as a single solid piece.
How the Hybrid system works
A Hybrid knob is three parts. The Core is the precision-machined 6061 aluminum body that threads onto your shifter — buy it once. The Grip is the bamboo sleeve that carries the artwork, and it pulls off and swaps in about ten seconds with no tools. The Top Coin is a magnetic disc that sits on top of the knob, with artwork or a shift pattern, and it swaps just as fast.
That means changing the look of your interior costs the price of a Grip or a Top Coin, not the price of a new knob. The ones you're not running go on the shelf. Most of our customers end up with a collection.
Grips are shape-specific: a TallBoy Grip fits a TallBoy Core, a Nano Grip fits a Nano Core, a BAMBALL Grip fits a BAMBALL Core. Top Coins fit across the whole Hybrid line.
You can buy a Hybrid two ways: BUILT is the complete knob, Core and Grip together. GRIP is the artwork on its own, for when you already own a Core.
The three Hybrid shapes
| NANO | TALLBOY | BAMBALL | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shape | Short and stubby | Tall and slim | Round ball |
| Height | 3.4" | 5.4" | 2.1" diameter |
| Width | 1.75" | 1.5" | 2.1" |
| Weight | 215g | 300g | 6oz or 12oz core |
| Core | 6061 aluminum, powder-coated | 6061 aluminum, powder-coated | Aluminum or weighted steel |
| Grips swap | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Artwork | Inked or engraved | Inked or engraved | Inked or engraved |
| Pick it if | You want something low in the cabin that fills your palm | You want height and presence, and weight through the throw | You want a classic ball, and a choice of how heavy it feels |
Shop them: Nano Shift Knobs, TallBoy Shift Knobs, BAMBALL Shift Knobs.
The Grippy knobs
Grippy knobs are not part of the Hybrid system — the grip does not come off, and there is no Core to reuse. They are built for feel rather than for collecting.
| GRIPPY (Vans Cult) | HEAVYWEIGHT GRIPPY | |
|---|---|---|
| Grip | Genuine Vans Cult rubber, waffle pattern | Powder-coated aluminum, gloss black |
| Top | BAM SHIFTS bamboo cap | BAM SHIFTS bamboo cap |
| Weight | Weighted aluminum shaft | Just under 1 lb |
| Grips swap | No | No |
| Pick it if | You want real texture to hold onto in any weather | You want maximum weight for a settled, deliberate throw |
Shop them: Grippy Shift Knobs.
Will it fit my car?
Every BAM SHIFTS Core is tapped 16x1.5. You pick your vehicle's thread size at checkout and the correct adapter is included free with your knob — that is how one knob fits almost anything.
Common sizes are m8x1.25, m10x1.25, m10x1.50, m12x1.25, m12x1.50 and m12x1.75, plus imperial sizes for older cars. If your shifter has no threads at all, our Non-Threaded Shifter Adapter Kit handles it.
Not sure what your car uses? Check the Vehicle Thread Sizes chart, or measure your shifter and email us at info@bamshifts.com.
Still deciding?
If this is your first BAM SHIFT, buy it BUILT. You get the Core and a Grip together, and from then on new artwork only costs the price of a Grip.
If you already own a Hybrid, you only need a TallBoy Grip, a Nano Grip, or a new Top Coin from Parts & Adapters.
And if you want artwork we don't stock, we'll make it. Send us your design and we'll build it into a custom knob.
The Art of Shifting.
Bamboo is a natural product and every Grip is handcrafted, so grain and colour vary slightly from piece to piece.
Last reviewed October 2026.
HYBRID CORE
The heart of the Hybrid System. Precision-machined from aluminum, this weighted base delivers a solid feel with every shift. Its satisfying heft make it the perfect foundation for spirited driving and endless customization.
HYBRID GRIP
The HYBRID Grip is the customizable half of the BAM SHIFTS Hybrid System, designed to showcase your style through interchangeable graphics and swappable grips. From bold JDM artwork and clean minimalist designs to custom creations made just for you, changing the look of your shift knob takes only seconds.
Collect different Grip designs, match the vibe of your build, or create something completely original. One CORE. Endless GRIP possibilities!
TOP COIN
Instantly transform the look of your Hybrid Shift Knob with interchangeable magnetic Top Coins. From exclusive artwork and limited drops to fully custom designs, as well as shift patterns, swapping styles takes just seconds.
Collect your favorites. Swap them anytime. Keep your build fresh!
Built Hybrid
The BAM SHIFTS Hybrid Shift Knob combines a precision-crafted CORE, interchangeable GRIP, and magnetic Top Coin into one fully customizable driving experience. Built to deliver a satisfying feel in your hand and designed to evolve with your style, the Hybrid System lets you create a shift knob that's uniquely yours.
Swap grips. Collect coins. Change graphics. Refresh your interior whenever inspiration strikes.
Because your car isn't just transportation—it's an extension of who you are.
Welcome to The Art of Shifting.
HYBRID CORE
The heart of the Hybrid System. Precision-machined from aluminum, this weighted base delivers a solid feel with every shift. Its satisfying heft make it the perfect foundation for spirited driving and endless customization.
HYBRID GRIP
The HYBRID Grip is the customizable half of the BAM SHIFTS Hybrid System, designed to showcase your style through interchangeable graphics and swappable grips. From bold JDM artwork and clean minimalist designs to custom creations made just for you, changing the look of your shift knob takes only seconds.
Collect different Grip designs, match the vibe of your build, or create something completely original. One CORE. Endless GRIP possibilities!
TOP COIN
Instantly transform the look of your Hybrid Shift Knob with interchangeable magnetic Top Coins. From exclusive artwork and limited drops to fully custom designs, as well as shift patterns, swapping styles takes just seconds.
Collect your favorites. Swap them anytime. Keep your build fresh!
Built Hybrid
The BAM SHIFTS Hybrid Shift Knob combines a precision-crafted CORE, interchangeable GRIP, and magnetic Top Coin into one fully customizable driving experience. Built to deliver a satisfying feel in your hand and designed to evolve with your style, the Hybrid System lets you create a shift knob that's uniquely yours.
Swap grips. Collect coins. Change graphics. Refresh your interior whenever inspiration strikes.
Because your car isn't just transportation—it's an extension of who you are.
Welcome to The Art of Shifting.