Hey guys, any recommendations for a solid carbon gravel bar? I'm not worried about internal cable routing
This one is my favorite. I especially like that it comes in 34cm width, though it comes in wider sizes if you prefer. ;)
https://www.aliexpress.us/item/3256806404062021.html (https://www.aliexpress.us/item/3256806404062021.html)
Quote from: jonathanf2 on March 08, 2026, 10:47:12 AM
This one is my favorite. I especially like that it comes in 34cm width, though it comes in wider sizes if you prefer. ;)
https://www.aliexpress.us/item/3256806404062021.html (https://www.aliexpress.us/item/3256806404062021.html)
I use similar one with loinger reach and drop 100mm. It's freaking amazing
Orni can get a kovecelo one https://it.aliexpress.com/item/1005010287165544.html (https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_EGCfEig)
Quote from: jonathanf2 on March 08, 2026, 10:47:12 AM
This one is my favorite. I especially like that it comes in 34cm width, though it comes in wider sizes if you prefer. ;)
https://www.aliexpress.us/item/3256806404062021.html (https://www.aliexpress.us/item/3256806404062021.html)
+1 More than 6000kms on that bars. Love the drops.
Grabbed a set of these 2 years ago for $42, They've been solid.
http://www.aliexpress.us/item/3256804683890720.html
Quote from: jonathanf2 on March 08, 2026, 10:47:12 AM
This one is my favorite. I especially like that it comes in 34cm width, though it comes in wider sizes if you prefer. ;)
https://www.aliexpress.us/item/3256806404062021.html (https://www.aliexpress.us/item/3256806404062021.html)
Now I'm testing it. What I found to have good braking in drops the shifters have to be very low (mover forward) so I can reach the levers (GRX 820). Therefore the handlebar has to be rised towards me. Next season I will look for something else, I think.
But whatsoever the drop at 80mm is fantastic.
Quote from: jonathanf2 on March 08, 2026, 10:47:12 AM
This one is my favorite. I especially like that it comes in 34cm width, though it comes in wider sizes if you prefer. ;)
https://www.aliexpress.us/item/3256806404062021.html (https://www.aliexpress.us/item/3256806404062021.html)
Just ordered this! I'll let you know once it's here. Thanks all!
I've tried several Aliexpress carbon gravel bars but I couldn't recommend them due to the shape not comfy. My go to options are Ritchey Beacon WCS Bars (using 7075 Aluminum and is not that much heavier than carbon) and Salsa Cowchipper carbon bars. somehow the bend shape is a lot more comfy. I guess the folks at Ritchey and Salsa did spend a lot of time studying ergonomics.
Quote from: pandaGravel15 on March 17, 2026, 09:19:19 AM
I've been using this one https://it.aliexpress.com/w/wholesale-gravel-bar-carbon.html (https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_c3tjEtMP) for about a year now and I'm really happy with it. I haven't tried many others to compare, but it seems like a great option regardless.
I like those bars as well, but they're a pain if routing mechanical. The holes are very narrow.
Quote from: pandaGravel15 on March 18, 2026, 09:35:10 AM
Using a tool like this one https://it.aliexpress.com/item/1005005854072305.html (https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_c4Bm1Aej), it was a bit of a struggle, but I managed to get it done.
Even easier if you just run an electronic groupset. ;)
Quote from: pandaGravel15 on March 18, 2026, 09:30:46 AM
You're right, routing the cables was pretty tough, but it looks great in the end. After all, you only have to run the cables once or twice in the bike's lifetime.
I disagree. The life cycle of my bikes is longer than the service intervalls for the headsets. With full integration, headset service or replacing is a PITA.