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Help with choosing handlebar (lemmy.ml)
submitted 1 year ago by wildmko@lemmy.ml to c/bikecommuting@lemmy.ml
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I've recently started commuting via bike on a Trek FX-3 Disc. I just found out that it has a handlebar with some stupid proprietary "IsoZone" technology which makes it incompatible with a lot of stuff due to crimped bar ends. I want to replace it with a different handlebar. I just use the bike for commuting, other close-by travel needs and just riding for fun sometimes.

Anyone have any recommendations for which handlebar I should get?

Thanks

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[–] kersploosh@sh.itjust.works 2 points 1 year ago

Geez, that's ridiculous. Bike companies do silly stuff sometimes. If you don't mind narrower bars you could just trim that portion off with a hacksaw. Otherwise I think your idea of hitting up the used bike shop is the way to go. If they don't have anything and you're in the US, Nashbar has plenty of options under $40, too.