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Joe
a Cross Country Rider
from Placentia, CA, USADate Reviewed: February 8, 2005
Strengths: Great finish, light, strong, good valueWeaknesses: NoneBottom Line: I am surprised no-one else has reviewed this bar. I have been using it since the beginning of September on my rigid single speed and have had no issues whatsoever. This bar is stiff, ergonomically correct and looks great. I would image the beating its take on a rigid bike is more harsh than if it were on a suspended bike. In that spirit, I am going to purchase one for my Superlight with 100mm Minute 2. Control Tech also has a scandium flat bar on their site I may try on my geared hardtail.
I recommend this for cross-country use, although it seems to be even more versatile
Duration Product Used: 6 months
Price Paid:
$90.00
Purchased At: Direct from Linear Components
Similar Products Used: See my previous post
Bike Setup: Same as my previous post
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Joe
a Cross Country Rider
from Placentia, CA, USADate Reviewed: September 24, 2004
Strengths: Stiff, looks great, aluminum end inserts, inexpensiveWeaknesses: NoneBottom Line: I am using this bar on a single speed with a rigid fork. The bar is very stiff, at least as stiff as my Monkey Lite. It is taking a beating, albeit for only a few rides so far, as this bar is new. Adding to my (and the bar's) beating is the smallish 2.1 tire I am using until I put on 2.4 Mutano Raptors.
This bar does not flex when I am pulling on a climb or on a rough descent. I don't run bar ends, but the alunimum insertes are still welcome for protecting the bar in crashes I suppose. The finish is perfect on this great looking bar.
Oh, I don't pay much attention to weight, but it sure feels light, especially for a bar that feels this solid.
Lastly, the rise and sweep are just right. This bar really is an install it and forget it item which I recommend to SS and cross country riders.
I will post a follow-up later to discuss durability.
Favorite Trail: depends on my mood
Duration Product Used: Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$90.00
Purchased At: Directly from Linear Components
Similar Products Used: Monkey Lite (alu)
Bike Setup: Medium Surly 1 X 1 with rigid fork, 100 mm Control Tech stem and Control Tech post. FSA Vdrive Xtreme cranks, FSA BB, Candys, Surly Hubs, 3x with Alex rims.
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