Outland D31Eight Bar, Stem & Grip Set Review

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Outland D31Eight bar, stem & grip set review

$57.59

BikeRadar verdict

4 out of 5 stars

"A full hardcore cockpit for the price of most half-decent bars"

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5 of 5 stars

2 comments

Wed 11 Feb 2009, 10:00 am GMTBy Guy Kesteven, What Mountain Bike

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The performance of this instant hardcore combo is nothing special, but the overall value is outrageously good.

The thickset high-rise bar is the right width for power steering. The general shape is similar to the classic Truvativ Holzfeller – not immediately likeable for some, but fine for most after a bit of twisting to taste. Weight is certainly good for its true price and it feels less stinging than a lot of budget bars we’ve used.

We say true cost because £39.99 also buys you a set of alloy collar bolt-on grips with a diamond file and raised bar pattern. Plus you get a basic but stiff and serviceable 50mm block stem in your goodie bag, making this the cheapest hardcore set we’ve seen.

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Manufacturers description

This great upgrade kit will give your bike that new look all for a great price. The set comprises of a 50mm 4 bolt stem, 35mm riser bars in 31.8mm oversize with a width of 680mm and a back sweep of 6 degree. Also supplied are a set of our enduro lock-on grips and aheadset cap to finish off the bike upgrade.

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TargetP

Posted Wed 11 Feb, 11:05 pm GMT Flag as inappropriate

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I have been riding these for over 18 months and they are exactly as reviewed; an excellent piece of kit that takes a little while to find the ideal position at an unbeatable price making them outstanding value for money
FunBus

Posted Fri 8 Jan, 10:47 am GMT Flag as inappropriate

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I've just bought a set of these in white. the bars a bit wider than this black version, at 720mm. Best value kit i've ever seen - white bar, white stem and white lock on grips, for the same price as the smaller black, £39.99!!
Why pay more?!