Looking for 25.4mm compact handlebar

[Ugo51]

I see
Let's hope so.

I actually really like the old-school brake levers with external cables (from the top of the hood), but they don't seem to come in a modern shape with an ergonomic placing for the hands.

 

[grantoury]

Sadly, no. Merckx and de Vlaeminck and so many others didn't seem to be bothered though. ;-)

 

[Ugo51]

I'm no Merckx though, that's for sure!

 

[grantoury]

I'm no Merckx though, that's for sure!

Neither am I. A compact handlebar brings the brake lever much closer to hand. I like it a lot. What brake lever are you using?

 

[Ugo51]

I haven't bought them yet.
I was thinking to get the Tektro RL340. Any suggestions?

 

[grantoury]

I like those. I have them

 

[grantoury]

The TRP are very pretty, but too expensive, I think

 

[Ugo51]

The TRP are very pretty, but too expensive, I think

I agree.
Although look at this disocunt

Planet X Bikes | UK Online Bike and Cycling Shop

Planet X specialise in Bikes at no-nonsense prices. Great priced Road, Track & Mountain Bikes and Bikes for Cyclocross, Triathlon & TT / Time Trials.

www.planetx.co.uk

But I like the simpler look of the Tektro.

 

[grantoury]

I agree.
Although look at this disocunt

Planet X Bikes | UK Online Bike and Cycling Shop

Planet X specialise in Bikes at no-nonsense prices. Great priced Road, Track & Mountain Bikes and Bikes for Cyclocross, Triathlon & TT / Time Trials.

www.planetx.co.uk

But I like the simpler look of the Tektro.

If I was looking (and in the UK) I'd jump on that

Tektro is nice, though

 

[Ugo51]

I'll have a look at what is the cable pull (I'm using Ultegra 6800 calipers)