Listen "Ep 72: The Anatomy of Handlebars - The Biomechanical Advantage You Are Missing 😮"
Episode Synopsis
Did you know there are at least 7 distinct sizing variables that you should be considering when choosing your drop handlebars?
This is a really packed episode where the team discuss all aspects of handlebars... including the biomechanical considerations of drop bars vs flat bars, how our shoulder stability can affect the effectiveness of our pedalling, why every bike fitter has an ever growing pile of Bontrager / Trek handlebars in the corner of their studio...
And why it's important to look beyond the 3 basic dimensions of handlebar width, drop and reach...
Using drop handlebars as a start point, we explore gravel and mountain bike options as well some more exotic choices such as Jones bars.
And Matt raises a hand to normalise the drop bar riser handlebar... could this be a thing?
Jones Bars 45 degrees sweep
Redshift Topshelf riser bars
Profile Design Gravel bars
Walmer bars
If you have any further questions for us, join the conversation at: https://www.instagram.com/cyclingdemystified/
Are you 'bike-fit curious'? Go to www.foundation.fit to book in for a session and get your fit dialled in at London's premier bike fit studio.
Looking for a custom bike, a hand-built custom wheelset or other upgrades? Visit www.frequencycycleworks.com for more info and for pro-level servicing
This is a really packed episode where the team discuss all aspects of handlebars... including the biomechanical considerations of drop bars vs flat bars, how our shoulder stability can affect the effectiveness of our pedalling, why every bike fitter has an ever growing pile of Bontrager / Trek handlebars in the corner of their studio...
And why it's important to look beyond the 3 basic dimensions of handlebar width, drop and reach...
Using drop handlebars as a start point, we explore gravel and mountain bike options as well some more exotic choices such as Jones bars.
And Matt raises a hand to normalise the drop bar riser handlebar... could this be a thing?
Jones Bars 45 degrees sweep
Redshift Topshelf riser bars
Profile Design Gravel bars
Walmer bars
If you have any further questions for us, join the conversation at: https://www.instagram.com/cyclingdemystified/
Are you 'bike-fit curious'? Go to www.foundation.fit to book in for a session and get your fit dialled in at London's premier bike fit studio.
Looking for a custom bike, a hand-built custom wheelset or other upgrades? Visit www.frequencycycleworks.com for more info and for pro-level servicing
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