DemitriN Posted June 10, 2017 Posted June 10, 2017 Hi, I'm looking for a decent inexpensive handlebar for my giant reign. I came across 2 options, on 31.8 the other, 35. Which would you recommend? 1. Rapide R780http://www.rapide.co.za/product/rapide-rise-r-780-9/ 2. Lyne Amp 35https://www.on-lynecomponents.com/collections/handlebars-stems/products/amp-35-riser-bar Any other brands to consider?
Trance Dance Posted June 10, 2017 Posted June 10, 2017 I reckon it depends on how stiff you like your bars. Both are great but the rapide bar does flex quite a bit. The thicker LYNE bar will be a lot stiffer. LYNE also have a Lekker 55mm stem to match the bars.
Captain Fastbastard Mayhem Posted June 10, 2017 Posted June 10, 2017 I've got the rapide and I love it. And I didn't notice any large amount of flex despite my heft. Certainly a LOT stiffer than the stock giant bar it replaced. But value for money is darn good.
Captain Fastbastard Mayhem Posted June 10, 2017 Posted June 10, 2017 The 35mm lyne MAY be stiffer due to the larger bore, but it also depends on how it's made. Some 31.8 bars are stiffer than some 35mm bars. And you can get bars that are TOO stiff as well.
Kranswurm Posted June 10, 2017 Posted June 10, 2017 I've got the rapide and I love it. And I didn't notice any large amount of flex despite my heft. Certainly a LOT stiffer than the stock giant bar it replaced. But value for money is darn good.What is a heft?
Captain Fastbastard Mayhem Posted June 10, 2017 Posted June 10, 2017 What is a heft?hefthɛft/verb1.lift or carry (something heavy)."he lifted crates and hefted boxes"synonyms: lift, lift up, raise, raise up, heave, hoist, haul, manhandle; MorenounNORTH AMERICAN1.the weight of someone or something."he was buckle-kneed from the heft of his staggering load"Feedback
Psyrax Posted June 10, 2017 Posted June 10, 2017 What is a heft?Thats what William Shakespear would call his weight.
T-Bob Posted June 10, 2017 Posted June 10, 2017 I've got the Rapide on one bike and and On One El Guapo Saloon Riser 'bar on the other. Out of the two the Rapide is the better. I've no idea why. It just fits better, rides better and is wider. The Rapide has 10mm less rise than the El Guapo. Have put a big graze in the Rapide after an OTB and @ R280 I'll order an other one just because. Keen to give the Amp a run as well as it looks a good bit of kit.
Captain Fastbastard Mayhem Posted June 10, 2017 Posted June 10, 2017 Ah ..your bikeNo, my not inconsiderable heft. IE I'm a heavy git.
DemitriN Posted June 10, 2017 Author Posted June 10, 2017 Thank you guys. I'm going to give the Rapide a try out. Seems like a good company too & very prompt with filling orders.
popcorn_skollie Posted June 10, 2017 Posted June 10, 2017 No, my not inconsiderable heft. IE I'm a heavy git. What is a git?
Cu Draad Posted June 12, 2017 Posted June 12, 2017 Raceface SiXC 35mm Handlebar + Atlas Stem!!! best upgrade ever!!
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