Road bikes have evolved dramatically over the past century—gearing has shifted from cable-actuated to electronic, and frame materials have progressed from alloy to cutting-edge carbon fiber. But one thing has remained almost unchanged for over 100 years: the design of the handlebar. While materials have improved, the shape has stayed largely the same. Why? Alex investigates the history, function, and possible future of road bike handlebars.
No matter how much we love all kinds of cycling, like gravel and mountain biking, we can’t help but always come back to the humble road bike. For us, road bikes will always be boss …and this is why!
How slow really are gravel bikes in comparison to road bikes? Conor puts his gravel and road bike through the ultimate test. Across different terrains and speeds, he finds out how much riding a gravel bike on the road could affect your average ride times!
