Ritchey Comp Curve Drop Bar Handlebar 31.8 mm 42 cm - Black

The Ritchey Comp Curve Drop Bar Handlebar is a high-quality handlebar designed for cyclists who demand the best. With a short reach and shallow drop, this handlebar provides a comfortable and efficient riding position, making it perfect for long rides and races. The traditional bend of the handlebar ensures that it is easy to grip and control, even when riding at high speeds.

The centre section of the handlebar is aero bar compatible, which means that it can be used with aero bars to further enhance your riding experience. The no-slip grit at the stem and brake lever mounting surfaces ensures that your hands stay firmly in place, even when riding in wet or slippery conditions.

The Ritchey Comp Curve Drop Bar Handlebar is made from double butted 6061 alloy, which makes it strong, durable, and lightweight. With a width of 42cm, a drop of 128, and a reach of 83mm, this handlebar is designed to fit most cyclists comfortably. At just 309g, it is also one of the lightest handlebars on the market, making it perfect for cyclists who want to reduce the weight of their bike without sacrificing performance.

Tom Ritchey is the president and lead designer of our company, now distributed in over 40 countries. Tom designed some of the burgeoning mountain bike industry’s first frames and components back in the 1970’s. Every year Tom guides our R&D efforts in pursuit of both subtle improvements to existing products, or large-scale advances leading to new ones.

Starting with fatigue cycle testing, we strive for at least 2x the standard laid out by CEN (the European Committee which determines minimum safety standards for bicycles and components sold in Europe).

This outside authentication keeps us honest and ensures product releases meet the highest standards. Once a product clears machine testing, prototype samples endure rigorous use by both amateur and professional riders alike, including our sponsored athletes around the world.