Whisky and Salsa Carbon Handlebars WARNING
10-22-22, 03:03 PM
#26
Newbie
It just reinforces my decision to stay with alum handlebars. Briefly considered carbon for dampening and weight advantages, but decided to still with my aluminum due to multiple attachment points. I have a hybrid aerobar set-up that attaches to the bar in 4 locations. Didn't think I was doing the carbon bars any structural favors.
10-22-22, 03:19 PM
#27
Senior Member
Since they will replace them, it sounds like a problem with the layup schedule rather than riders over tightening the clamps.
10-23-22, 07:27 AM
#28
Senior Member
10-23-22, 11:33 AM
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UPDATE: owners of the bars will be getting a prepaid shipping label to send the bars back so they can be destroyed. A new set of replacement bars will be sent early 2023. I asked if there would be any consideration for taping the bars (replacement cost for bar tape) but I'm not holding my breath on that one.
10-23-22, 12:08 PM
#30
Firm but gentle
I thought it was normal to replace carbon road bars every couple of years. Not the best "application for the material" and all that. I have two perfectly functional, yet very old, carbon fiber forks that I replaced just taking up space in my closet.
