Fit for 40CM bar, can I go narrower (38CM)?
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Fit for 40CM bar, can I go narrower (38CM)?
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Shopping for a new handlebar, I am at 40CM measurement, but was wondering if going to a 38CM would be a cause for concern or is it just a preference for riders?
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Shopping for a new handlebar, I am at 40CM measurement, but was wondering if going to a 38CM would be a cause for concern or is it just a preference for riders?
Thanks
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Are you looking to be more aero or thinking about buying the only bars left in stock? Either way, you go faster when you're comfortable. Keep that in mind.
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I've tried the anatomic type of handlebars and did not like the limited hand positions they offer. I prefer the traditional, classic, Belgium, Italian style bends. I am not look for one that gives me the most aero position, just something comfortable. My research has left me with the following:
Handlebar - Reach - Drop - Weight
Deda Newton Shallow (eBay) - 80 -135 - 244
Ritchey WCS Classic (eBay) - 82 - 135 - 235
3T Rotundo - 83 - 139 - 250
FSA RD200 (eBay/NOS) - 80 - 140 - 220
With the exception of the 3T Rotundo, all others are rather hard to find. Weight is not much of a concern. As you can see, all have very similar reach and drop. I am just looking for something that can give me a somewhat flat transitions to the hood, since I ride mostly on the hood. I have long arms and legs but short torso.
The reason for my original post is because, the Ritchey WCS Classic can only be found with a 38CM and is my first choice, but won't rule out the others. The handlebar will be paired with SRAM shifters. If any of you have pics that would great.
Handlebar - Reach - Drop - Weight
Deda Newton Shallow (eBay) - 80 -135 - 244
Ritchey WCS Classic (eBay) - 82 - 135 - 235
3T Rotundo - 83 - 139 - 250
FSA RD200 (eBay/NOS) - 80 - 140 - 220
With the exception of the 3T Rotundo, all others are rather hard to find. Weight is not much of a concern. As you can see, all have very similar reach and drop. I am just looking for something that can give me a somewhat flat transitions to the hood, since I ride mostly on the hood. I have long arms and legs but short torso.
The reason for my original post is because, the Ritchey WCS Classic can only be found with a 38CM and is my first choice, but won't rule out the others. The handlebar will be paired with SRAM shifters. If any of you have pics that would great.
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I was fit for larger bars, can't remember the size but to me it felt like I was sitting there with my arms way to wide. I went two sizes smaller and have no regrets.
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Generally bars should be as wide as your shoulders. Unless you have a very small frame I am thinking 38's are too narrow...but hey it's your decision.
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When I first got my Tarmac (size 52), the 42 alloy frames were found to be too wide, so I went down to 40 carbons, and then a year later now I have size 38 3T Ergonovas. The more curved bend is nice.
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