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Easton EA70 XC Wide flat handlebar review

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Easton EA70 Wide XC bar

BikeRadar verdict

4 out of 5 stars

"Understated and very competent, Easton’s EA70 is still very much a benchmark bar"

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Mon 6 Feb 2012, 12:00 pm GMTBy

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Easton were pioneers of lightweight butted aluminium tubing for bikes – both frames and bars. The EA70 is their flagship aluminium bar. It’s available in a bunch of sizes, but we tested the XC Wide variant.

As forks get longer and 29in wheels gain momentum, flat bars are making a comeback. The EA70’s 685mm (27in) width is generous for a flat bar although longer ones do exist, and it’s shorter than most risers. If it’s too wide you’ll have to do your own measuring to cut it down – there are no cut marks. 

Angle marks in the centre help get your riding position spot on. A shot-peened finish ensures good grip for stem and controls. The 250g weight may not look spectacular on paper, but given that the EA70 is a relatively inexpensive bar it’s not shabby.

Out on the trails, the 9° sweep and decent width make it comfortable for the long haul. It’s great value, too – considering the EA70’s quality and reputation, the low price is a pleasant surprise.

This article was originally published in What Mountain Bike magazine.

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  • Mmmmmmm Easton :)

  • i have these in high rise totaly brill bars.

    now have them on my daily commuter as i wanted even longer bars.

  • Where can you buy them online? Can't find them anywhere :-(

  • I had a set of the high riser bars on my SS MTB and loved them so much, I had some on my trials bike too. They did get some abuse then...

  • Are these even available in the UK? I can't find anywhere, same with the Salsas...

  • try here

    http://www.merlincycles.co.uk/Bike+Shop/MTB++Parts/Bars++Stems/Handlebars+-+Flat/Easton+EA70+XC+Flat+Bar_530.htm

  • You could always try the two 'Buy it here' links next to the story...

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