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07-18-18 | 03:04 PM

cycling705

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Trekking Bar Recommendation

In searching online I came across two different trekking bar designs that would provide a low-cost opportunity for me to see if this is something I'd like to utilize long-term. As you can see in the layout below, the first bar design has more curves and angles than the second.

For those of you with experience in using these types of handlebars (or have opinions), which do you think is more practical and ergonomically friendly once installed?

Thanks everyone.

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07-18-18 | 06:17 PM

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07-18-18 | 11:02 PM

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I own b.

a. looks nice but doesn't practically offer better hand positions. The upswept bar end section is awkward - few people ride with wrists bent like that and the raised forward flatbar section negates the areo effect acheived by the same position on the b. bars.

07-18-18 | 11:14 PM

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In searching online I came across two different trekking bar designs that would provide a low-cost opportunity for me to see if this is something I'd like to utilize long-term. As you can see in the layout below, the first bar design has more curves and angles than the second.

For those of you with experience in using these types of handlebars, which do you think is more practical and ergonomically friendly once installed?

Thanks everyone.

I use (used) B. It is great for supporting your upper body by spreading your palm across the opening. Only my finger tips were touching the bar. If this is what you desire, I see "A" as having a more difficult time with this position.

07-19-18 | 11:25 AM

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B ) is much more common , it's the one most imported from Asian companies,
and sells for less than $30.

there are others than those 2, also.. but that was not the question..

07-19-18 | 10:16 PM

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I have B and found 3 things I did not like. First: the main hand grip is not wide enough for the brake levers, the shifters and my hands. It was tight and became quite annoying after hours on the road.
2nd: the side and top grips were a little too "right angled". Meaning the sides were straight and the tops were straight. A little more angle for a natural hand position.
3rd: The main grips were also too close to thee body, which makes for a great upright position, but for some riskier downhills, it can be quite uncomfortable.

In the end, I went back to my flat bars and attached the shown bar ends. Very adjustable

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07-20-18 | 09:55 AM

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B ) is much more common , it's the one most imported from Asian companies,
and sells for less than $30.

Thank you. I agree with all of you that "A" just has too many angles and seems non-practical when it comes time to actually riding, while Version "B" seems to be more common and a naturally better fit.