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zohdibike
a Racer
from Baltimore<MDDate Reviewed: April 18, 2010
Strengths: LightWeaknesses: WeakBottom Line: These bars came stock on my Rocky Mountian and after about 2 years of use the broke as I as going over a log up hill, IM lucky it didnt happen on the down hills. Easton replaced them I asked them for the DH verrsion and they complied. Customer service was ok.
Duration Product Used: 2 Years
Purchased At: LBS
Bike Setup: Rocky Mountain Element Team SL
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supercocker45
a Racer
from las vegas, nvDate Reviewed: September 29, 2009
Strengths: i went from a straight xc bar, to AWESOME!! vibration dampening, wider, riser has a 5 deg sweep, wonderful!!Weaknesses: yet to find oneBottom Line: this thing is amazing. the single best investment i've made on my bike. I went from back pain, wrist pain, pain in the *** to getting bugs and dirt in my teeth from smiling so much. makes the bike so much more manageable all around, plus with the rise, you sit back farther when descending making line selection subconscious. amazing. I say five chili's because i didn't pay retail for the top o the line product, but still after riding this thing, would still prob be a five
Favorite Trail: 3 mile smile
Duration Product Used: Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$75.00
Purchased At: jenson usa
Similar Products Used: scott aluminum riser
Bike Setup: full carbon scalpel
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dirtysac
a Cross Country Rider
from Yorkshire, UKDate Reviewed: October 25, 2008
Strengths: LightWeaknesses: wideBottom Line: These are expensive but they are the lightest riser bar on the planet, and they are stiff and almost unbreakable.
Thats it really if you want a riser and don't want the weight then these are as good as it gets.
However flat bars are the same weight and cost in case KCNC well under half the price $80.
Favorite Trail: Afan
Duration Product Used: Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$200.00
Purchased At: a rip off joint
Similar Products Used: Easton stuff
Bike Setup: Lots of light stuff
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appgap
a Weekend Warrior
from Green Mtn StateDate Reviewed: June 16, 2008
Strengths: SUPER light. Great looking.Weaknesses: None so farBottom Line: Took 155 gm off my bike with this handlebar. Great price.
Favorite Trail: my woods
Duration Product Used: 3 months
Price Paid:
$49.00
Purchased At: Wheel World
Similar Products Used: Ritchey Comp
Bike Setup: Motobecane fantom trail
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DEAGO
a Cross Country Rider
from Brooklyn n.y.Date Reviewed: April 29, 2008
Strengths: Light & affordable compared to other brands.
(Mine is the 08 model though)Weaknesses: none.Bottom Line: I'm up in the weight dept. at 224,& this bar has not made me nervous one bit,excellent quality.
Duration Product Used: 6 months
Price Paid:
$99.00
Purchased At: Pricepoint
Similar Products Used: Easton,Fsa,High Zoot
Bike Setup: Jamis Dakar Xc Expert
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Mike Sims
a Cross Country Rider
from Mesa, AZ. USADate Reviewed: June 13, 2007
Strengths: Super Light Weight. Very Strong. Excellent Durability.Weaknesses: None really. A bit pricey but worth every penny.Bottom Line: I weight 200 lbs and ride hard. I have used these bars for 3 years with no issue. Minimum flex while pounding, but the flex you do feel is predictable and makes for a smooth, vibration less ride. Every piece on my bike is is a hand picked, well reserched high end piece and this is one of my favorite pieces. Go to Mike's Bike Chalet in Mesa!
Favorite Trail: Red Mountain
Duration Product Used: More than 3 years
Price Paid:
$130.00
Purchased At: Mike's Bike Chalet
Bike Setup: Carbon NRS with full XTR. Sun Ringle Black Flags.
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Charlie Meienberg
a Cross Country Rider
from Houston, TexasDate Reviewed: March 21, 2007
Strengths: Incredibly light. Looks cool.Weaknesses: Expensive, but then again, it is incredibly LIGHT.Bottom Line: It's hard to believe something this light won't snap in your hands, but it doesn't. I'm 185 pounds and really pull on the bars when climbing or lifting the front wheel and the bar has been rock solid. I guess I noticed some vibration dampening when I first put it on, but letting the air out of my tires does a lot more good in that area. This is a really nice upgrade if you're running aluminum bars.
Favorite Trail: Bluff Creek Ranch
Duration Product Used: 6 months
Price Paid:
$130.00
Purchased At: LBS
Similar Products Used: Bontrager Crowbar
Bike Setup: Cobia 29er with upgraded everything.
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Christof
a Weekend Warrior
from Cupertino, CADate Reviewed: February 18, 2007
Strengths: Lightweight, right width for me, e.g. 63 cm is right while 66 cm is too wide.Weaknesses: Diameter along grips is slightly large than normal for 2007 model. As such Ergon grips don't seem to fit. Maybe this was done to avoid people installing endbars since that is not recommended anyway. Expensive,not as still as heavier carbon barsBottom Line: The lightest riser bar money can buy. As long as you can live with the restricutions of no bar ends and also problems with some grips it is one of the best bars available.
Duration Product Used: Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$135.00
Purchased At: Cambria Bikes
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Tucky Castaños
a Weekend Warrior
from Hermosillo, SOn. mexDate Reviewed: July 28, 2006
Strengths: Light, Cool sexy looks.Weaknesses: Easton say not to put bar ends, I was used to bar ends, but decide no to put'em anymore. don't know if it is a weakness I don't even miss them!Bottom Line: some people complaint about the lack of the corabon fibre pattern, but this is not carbon fibre per se, it have some extra compund, it is superlight and being a 190 Lbs rider I was concern about durability, the moment I got it in my hand I was like so crazy light it won't hold. I took a pretty nasty fall a couple of months ago walking out with an acromioclavicular luxation, one of the grip was all thorn due to impact, and the handlebar still fine. Easton rocks this handlebar is the best I have had so far.
Duration Product Used: 1 Year
Price Paid:
$90.00
Purchased At: LBS
Similar Products Used: diferent kore aluminum race tuned
Bike Setup: Superlight,BB7 DiscBrakes, Mavic Crossland wheelset,Velociraptor 26 x 2.0 tires, race face evolve crankset, shimano LX drivetrain. manitou minute 1:00 fork
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Jason
a Weekend Warrior
from Ventura Co, CADate Reviewed: December 29, 2005
Strengths: Feather Light, strong, controllable.Weaknesses: A little flexible. Thin material. That's how they save weight.Bottom Line: These things cracked when tryin to lightly apply bar ends. I knew the material was cracked but was informed that using loctite and just a little bit of boly tightening would make it work. To my misfortune they cracked. Easton wouldn't replace them. (understandable) They're super light and have held up usage with lock on grips even with the cracked end. I know it's risky but i have'nt had any problems. They do flex a little which is good and bad depending on how you see it. Good so it absorbs bumps. Bad because it can drain some well needed energy when riding. I'll take the good over the bad. Overall despite the issues i've had the handlebars are good to go. I would recomend them. I wouldnt use bar ends that's for sure. I just got a set of the xc version and the ends are thicker and are an inch longer so they can accept bar ends. Ride On!
Favorite Trail: Any
Duration Product Used: 6 months
Price Paid:
$80.00
Purchased At: ebay
Similar Products Used: Bontrager
Bike Setup: Upgraded Trek 6000 with Mavic Crossmax, Marzocchi Marathon S fork, Sram X.0 twisties and rear der., xt front der. and 05' xt crankset.
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shiny_car
a Cross Country Rider
from AustraliaDate Reviewed: October 12, 2005
Strengths: extremely light; nice dimensions if you want a riser barWeaknesses: boring matt black finish with no carbon fibre weave; won't officially accept bar-endsBottom Line: I bought these as an upgrade for my gf's Giant Yukon; extremely light they almost float away! Hopefully they are strong enough, but should be for the light XC riding they will be used for; don't officially accept bar-ends which is a major bummer, although reports of people doing so without probs; would be nice if it cosmetically featured a carbon fibre weave as they otherwise look very boring
Duration Product Used: 3 months
Price Paid:
$86.00
Purchased At: ebay + shipping
Similar Products Used: Easton EA50 flat, EC70 flat; Titec C3; Giant CF flat
Bike Setup: Giant Yukon
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Single Speeder
a Weekend Warrior
from OhioDate Reviewed: September 27, 2004
Strengths: Light, looks goodWeaknesses: Mine broke. I think the handlebar was weak.Bottom Line: I used this bar for about 25 rides and the handlebar shattered on me at Idlewild in Northern, KY. I had a great ride, and was doing the Intermediate loop with two other friends just to warm down. I went off MAYBE a 1 ft. jump, and when I came down my right hand snapped the bar in two. I weigh 195, and it broke not by hitting the ground, but by my body weight pushing on it, before everything hit ground zero. It could have been worse, as I fell just to the left side of the bike, avoiding the broken bar altogether. Anyone else ever heard carbon fiber breaking? I won't buy an SL again. Be extremely cautious, as I was not on this purchase.
Favorite Trail: any
Duration Product Used: 3 months
Price Paid:
$110.00
Purchased At: Jenson
Similar Products Used: Azonic Carbon fiber riser bar on my 27 speed.
Bike Setup: Cannondale 1FG with some cool stuff.
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HTail
a Cross Country Rider
from SF Bay AreaDate Reviewed: August 23, 2004
Strengths: Super light, nice bend and good vibe dampening.Weaknesses: None so far.Bottom Line: I love my first one so much I just bought a second one for my Stumpjumper hardtail. Wow what an improvement over a flat aluminum bar & bar ends. With the extra width and nice bend angle, no more bar ends. I get more vibe dampening, better control & more climbing comfort.
The key here is to not use it for what it wasn't meant for. I still think it's pretty damn robust, but then again I'm not much for air time and drop offs. For basic XC riding and trail riding, it kicks butt! Don't over tighten the levers and shifter pods, not need to. Also recommend ODI lock on grips for a lot of good reasons.
Duration Product Used: 1 Year
Price Paid:
$145.00
Similar Products Used: Answer Hyperlite, Specialized
Bike Setup: Truth & Stumpjumper HT
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Brian
a Weekend Warrior
from Cedar Hill, TexasDate Reviewed: August 7, 2004
Strengths: Very light. Excellent vibration damping. Good ergonomics. Looks cool.Weaknesses: It can scratch if you are not careful mounting your controls. I didn't have any problem when I took my time. My bars have no visible blemishes after a year of regular use.Bottom Line: I really like this bar. I ride hard, but I don't huck. I do a lot of technical singletrack with rocky climbs and descents. I have crshed it hard plenty of times. It hasn't broken yet. No crimps, no scratches. If I break it I will replace it with another one.
Favorite Trail: Boulder
Duration Product Used: 1 Year
Price Paid:
$110.00
Purchased At: Richardson Bikemart
Similar Products Used: Bontrager, Canondale.
Bike Setup: '03 Fuel 98 with full '03 XTR and Avid SD ultimate brakes.
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K Picha
a Cross Country Rider
from NoVADate Reviewed: May 5, 2004
Strengths: Excellent vibration damping, LightWeaknesses: Too expensive-if I hadn't been swapping parts on a new bike I wouldn't have bought it and it was the only handlebar with a rise that the shop had in stock at the time.
The bar also scratches easily compared to aluminum bars but it doesn't bother me.
It would be nice if it came in a 1.5" riseBottom Line: I've been very pleased with this handlebar and the vibration damping is really noticable compared to aluminum bars. I don't know how it would compare to the other EC products but they are soooo overpriced that I will probably try out a Maxm for my next bar. I'm definitely sticking with carbon, though.
Favorite Trail: WakeTink/Schaeffer
Duration Product Used: 2 Years
Price Paid:
$104.00
Purchased At: The Bike Lane
Similar Products Used: Titec, Specialized
Bike Setup: Turner XCE with lots of good stuff.
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