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JWestland:
Hi -

I am looking for 38 cm not oversized drop handle bars.

Many brands these day do oversized ones.

Is there a common handle bar brand/type that does 38 cm? And that of course has a nice shape for touring?

Current ones are comfy, but too wide which causes some wrists strain. Nothing severe, but you don't want to encourage wear and tear on your body if you can avoid it ;)

Tx ^_^

Jawine

Danneaux:
Hi Jawine!

I'm guessing you're looking for a standard clamp diameter (25.4mm/25.8mm/26mm rather than 31.7mm/31.8mm).

If so, then you may wish to consider the handlebar I mentioned in this thread for Jane: http://www.thorncycles.co.uk/forums/index.php?topic=4091.msg19004#msg19004 Full description there. <-- Those Nitto Randonneur handlebars have a shallow drop and flare at the ends so you have a wider platform on the drops and a much narrower grip at the brake hoods, where most people often ride. My 45s are only 37 at the hoods...very close to what you are looking for. Randonneur-bend 'bars also "wing-up" at the tops for a smidge more height if wanted, and of course, these fit a standard clamp diameter.

They are exceptionally comfortable and versatile handlebars, and many who have tried them say they are "the answer" after going through a variety of other drop-handlebar bends.

Best,

Dan.

JWestland:
Hi :)

Tx, are there any other options aside from these?

I could buy the Nitto and then find out I don't like them...as the shape is quite different from standard bars from what I heard, so far it's only the width on current Ritchey ones that annoys me and of course it seems all of their stuff is too wide or oversized these days :(

jags:
i'll have a look in my shed see if i have anything near enough get back to you. ;)

jags:
yes your in look i have a set 38cm centre to centre there also  a stem with them ..
there old style bars so shouls be perfect for you.
if you want them let me know i'll clean them up for you.
but how are you going to get them  ;D ;D
i dont want anything for them your welcome to have them.

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