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Submitted by
skateyboy
a Weekend Warrior
from scotland
Date Reviewed: November 2, 2002 | | Duration Product Used: | 3 months | | Strengths: | looks brilliant-can see the hand-made carbon weaves-no tacky logos(easton/answer)just one subtle sticker-aluminium shim prevents clamp damaging bar-reinforced for bar ends but still weighs 95g-each bar handmade specifically for your weight/riding style | | Weaknesses: | none so far | | Bike Setup: | biomega frame-singlespeed-pace rc31-schmolke bars-hope minis-ct2 post-middleburn rs7-slr-tune bb-mavic317 | | Bottom Line: | definate alternative to the carbon bars by easton etc-much rarer-lighter-good reputation for quality and supporting handmade products by independant companies | Value Rating: Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
T.R.
a Cross-Country Rider
from Germany
Date Reviewed: April 14, 1999 | | Duration Product Used: |
1 Year | | Strengths: |
The german Schmolke Karacho is a very lightweight carbon handlebar. It weights only 98 gr (560mm). It is very durable and reliable (tested in the german Bike magazine 5/96). It offers a little bit flex, so you have a little more comfort compared to an aluminium bar. It has an aluminium shim, so it ist no problem to clamp it on the stem. It can't be damaged by clamping. You can install barends without damaging the bar, because the handlebar has strong ends which offer higher wall-thickness. The steering precision is very good. | | Weaknesses: |
I can't find any weaknesses.A great problem of any carbonfibre components is, that they can break easilier after crashing than Al-components. I crashed with this bar two times, but it does not break or shows other signs of damage. Perhaps it is for heavy riders a little bit flexy, but for normal weight riders, this means much riding comfort. | | Similar Products Used: |
It's my first carbon handle bar. Before i get it, i used Al- handlebars, like Syncros or Syntace. These bars are about 50-60gr heavier than the Schmolke, but they are not so flexy. I like the flex, because for me this means more comfort. I can't find a difference in the steering performance between the Al-handlebars and the Schmolke. | | Bike Setup: |
Ti-hardtail with front suspension. I use a RPM stem. | | Bottom Line: | This a great bar for cross-country riding. It's lightweight and durable (tested in the german Bike magazine 5/96) and offers nice steering performance. I like it very much, so I give it 5 stars. | | Overall Rating: |
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