Road bike handlebars all do the same thing when you drill down into it. They all offer multiple hand positions, attach via a stem to your fork’s steerer, and have your brake levers, usually incorporating gear shifters, mounted to them.
Beyond that, they are a good way to make more subtle changes to the ergonomics of your bike, and I’ve found can have more of an impact than you might expect, especially with a swap to some of the best bar tape too. Differences in drop, reach, bend shape, and flare can have big implications for comfort, especially on longer rides, and given the bars are one of the key leading edges on a bike there are significant aero gains to be won, too. What’s more, swapping from alloy to carbon can save you grams as well, if you’re that way inclined.
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The Vision Trimax Aero is an aero bar made of alloy rather than the more usual carbon. That makes this bar a lot more affordable although, as expected, with a bit of a weight penalty.
If you are looking for a classic deep drop handlebar, the Deda Zero100 Deep is a great option, whether for a classic look or just to get really aero for sprints.
A modern bar shape, with shallow drops and a very affordable price make the Deda Zero100 RHM bars a great pick. There’s a good range of widths if you want to go narrower.
Aero carbon bars will give you the pro look and save weight, with the Pro Vibe Aero SL a premium option. Just don’t expect to have space for much bar furniture.
5. Ritchey WCS Carbon Neoclassic
Deep drop carbon bars are a rarity and these Ritchey ones are now discontinued, although you can still find them for sale. Buy soon if…
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