Looking for handlebar options: shallow with lots of 'kickback' on flat portion
07-05-12, 06:18 PM
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Looking for handlebar options: shallow with lots of 'kickback' on flat portion
Hey everybody, looking for options for a shallow reach, shallow drop bar that has a long flat portion (extends back well past flush with cross bar). I really like the FSA compact bend, but am their 44cm is actually a 42. Anyone know of a similar bend bar?
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07-05-12, 06:54 PM
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I just put on the Zipp Service Course CSL bars. Basically what you are looking for and they are awesome https://www.zipp.com/bars/service-course-csl-bar/
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*edit: fsa wing pro compact...if fsa bars are sized down, order 46's.
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thanks for the replies. I actually have a set of ergosums but looking for something with a touch shorter reach. I swapped them out for ergonovas which I do not like.
FSA's- only available up to 44 AFAIK.
Those zipps sound interesting- i see the info on their site but do you have a pic on your pice?
Thanks!
FSA's- only available up to 44 AFAIK.
Those zipps sound interesting- i see the info on their site but do you have a pic on your pice?
Thanks!
07-06-12, 07:27 AM
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Zipp lists the vuka sprint as available in their traditional and their short and shallow bend. Is this the same short and shallow bend as the rest of their bar lineup, or does the vuka specifically have more kickback?
07-06-12, 07:31 AM
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I have about 2-3 inches behind my hand when riding in my drops in a position where I can shift, if I want to just move my hands back for a more relaxed feel I've got plenty of room...
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thanks for the replies. I actually have a set of ergosums but looking for something with a touch shorter reach. I swapped them out for ergonovas which I do not like.
FSA's- only available up to 44 AFAIK.
Those zipps sound interesting- i see the info on their site but do you have a pic on your pice?
Thanks!
FSA's- only available up to 44 AFAIK.
Those zipps sound interesting- i see the info on their site but do you have a pic on your pice?
Thanks!
07-06-12, 02:46 PM
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I've used the lizard skins (not my bike) you'll never tell the difference and the arundel stuff lasts, I'm really hard on tape. I won't pay for anything else. This stuff is a steal
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Salsa Cowbell. Intended for cross with some outward flare, but the ends of the bars come back days. Used some on my commuter for while.
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