Recommend some flat XC Bars -58cm, light,'cheap',9 deg

Brassknocker
Brassknocker Posts: 209
edited February 2012 in MTB buying advice
Hi,
I want these:-
http://on-one.co.uk/i/q/HBFRM329C/frm_w ... 329_carbon

....but they're a crazy 161.40 quid!!

I'm after an XC flat bar with 9 /10 degree bend, that weighs as little as possible (130g ish) that I can cut down to max 58cm - so guess the bulge shouldn't be too wide!? (and fit on the Ritchey WCS foam grips, M770 shifters, 785 levers - no gaps required) and, preferably, cost as little as possible! (and no graphics would be a bonus)

I'm running rigid carbon forks, so figure carbon would offer 'trail buzz reduction'
The EC70s seem good, but really want more bend, and hear they're not good for shortening.

...any suggestions appreciated.

Comments

  • The Rookie
    The Rookie Posts: 27,812
    5 degree backsweep flats
    http://www.carboncycles.cc/?s=0&t=2&c=94&p=802&
    They have some other options as well.

    At that width you may get more choice in 25.4mm clamp, I have BBB fibretops on my commuter, 58cm, 5deg sweep, and crazy light at 111g
    http://www.dotbike.com/p/3570
    the 31.8 is a bit heavier
    http://www.rmcbikes.com/en/fibertop-os-4169.html

    Simon
    Currently riding a Whyte T130C, X0 drivetrain, Magura Trail brakes converted to mixed wheel size (homebuilt wheels) with 140mm Fox 34 Rhythm and RP23 suspension. 12.2Kg.
  • njee20
    njee20 Posts: 9,613
    Mt Zoom, spot on.
  • The Rookie
    The Rookie Posts: 27,812
    Spot on apart from wrong backsweep.....and that clicking buy does nothing! You need to access the new pages through the 'shop' tab - price £69.99 for the OP's benefit

    Simon
    Currently riding a Whyte T130C, X0 drivetrain, Magura Trail brakes converted to mixed wheel size (homebuilt wheels) with 140mm Fox 34 Rhythm and RP23 suspension. 12.2Kg.
  • spongtastic
    spongtastic Posts: 2,651
    KCNC?
    Visit Clacton during the School holidays - it's like a never ending freak show.

    Who are you calling inbred?
  • Rushmore
    Rushmore Posts: 674
    The Beginner wrote:
    5 degree backsweep flats
    http://www.carboncycles.cc/?s=0&t=2&c=94&p=802&
    They have some other options as well.

    just had some Carbon Riser bars and stem delivered today from these guys..

    Well it felt like the box was empty they were so light..

    Really well made bits of kit...
    Always remember.... Wherever you go, there you are.

    Ghost AMR 7500 2012
    De Rosa R838
  • Brassknocker
    Brassknocker Posts: 209
    njee20 wrote:
    Mt Zoom, spot on.

    Thanks for all the replies Chaps, I've placed an order with these mtzoom guys.... we'll see what they're like!
  • Brassknocker
    Brassknocker Posts: 209
    Brassknocker wrote:
    njee20 wrote:
    Mt Zoom, spot on.

    Thanks for all the replies Chaps, I've placed an order with these mtzoom guys.... we'll see what they're like!


    ...good, fast service from mtzoom.com... great bars, just what I was after! also bought a few other things from them.

    Recommended!
  • njee20
    njee20 Posts: 9,613
    Excellent, I use the low risers and find them good!

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