|   Singletrack Solutions barends? | jfk0240
Jan 18, 2002 7:50 AM | | What is the actual weight on these? Are they comfortable? Anybody have any opinions on these? |
| re: Singletrack Solutions barends? | berni
Jan 18, 2002 8:15 AM | | Just got a set. Haven't had chance to weigh them yet, but I see no reason to doubt the 63g/pair claim.
They look very nice and I am quite optimistic about how they will work. Will let you know when the bike is back together again in February. |
| Singletrack Solutions barends - yes, correct weight | Karkus
Jan 18, 2002 8:23 AM | | My set weighs 63g as advertised. Below are some comments I posted earlier:
I've used the Singletracks for about 6 months, and so has a friend of mine. I noticed right away that my steering on the uphills became more controlled because my hands weren't as far forward. At first we didn't like them that much because they were't as comfortable as regular bar ends, but after a month or so we both changed our hand position slightly (without realizing it), and now we like them just fine. |
| they feel pretty good | pedalAZ
Jan 18, 2002 8:58 AM | | Much lighter than conventional L-shaped bar ends, lighter than ergonomic shorty bar ends, and they feel very natural to steer with on slow, steep climbs. Good alternative hand position to relieve fatigue. For me, they were easier to adapt to than conventional bar ends. I think they look pretty good, too.
If you like the concept, you should compare these to Serfas' similar design. The Serfas is made with dual density foam, so it feel different. Singletrack Solutions is hard plastic. Serfas also sells for just $13 if the price makes a difference to you. They do not sell online, but through your LBS. Singletrack Solutions is $25 plus shipping (www.singletracksolutions.com). |
| What I don't like about them... | POG
Jan 18, 2002 10:03 PM | | is that they mount at 90 degrees to the bar versus angling in some as most bar ends do. This makes them more prone to catch on things and also, for me, more uncomfortable because your hands have to turn farther out. They are the advertised weight and I would use them if they had a more conventional angle to the bar. |
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