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SalsaCowbell 2 Handlebar
5.0
Salsa Cowbell 2 Drop Handlebars. 12 degree flare at the drops. Curve designed for smooth transition to the hoods of current integrated shift/brake levers.
- Top radius allows comfortable hand positions all the way across, while maintaining short reach
- 7050-T76 double-butted alloy
- Designed to allow a flat transition between handlebar and brake lever
- 12-degree outward flare in the drops
- Flattened indentation for cable routing
- Bead-blast Black finish
Specifications
Bar Clamp
31.7/31.8mm, 31.8mm
Bar Drop
115mm
Bar Reach
68mm
Bar Top Style
Round
Color
Black
Drop Bend Style
Compact
Material
AL7050/T6, Alloy, Aluminum
Width Measurement
Center
Review Summary
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WORKS FOR
Long Rides (1)
DISLIKES
none
5.0 GEARS
1 review
1 review
Customer Questions
Q.
asked by: Kro...@....com
Are there differences between the Cowbell 2 and 3? Is one more suited for STI shifters?
Are there differences between the Cowbell 2 and 3? Is one more suited for STI shifters?
A.
anwered by: deorext
The Cowbell 3 is 6061 aluminum alloy and the Cowbell 2 is 7050 aluminum alloy. The 2 is lighter, because 7050 has a higher yield strengh and can thus be made with thinner walls. With thinner walls, the bar can be butted and manipulated to offer more vibration dampening without affecting overall stiffness. 6061 is usually thicker with less butting an manipulation thus tends to have a harsher ride quality. This is something often overlooked in the world of aluminum bike components, and many pros run higher performance aluminum bars for security amd ride quality.
The Cowbell 3 is 6061 aluminum alloy and the Cowbell 2 is 7050 aluminum alloy. The 2 is lighter, because 7050 has a higher yield strengh and can thus be made with thinner walls. With thinner walls, the bar can be butted and manipulated to offer more vibration dampening without affecting overall stiffness. 6061 is usually thicker with less butting an manipulation thus tends to have a harsher ride quality. This is something often overlooked in the world of aluminum bike components, and many pros run higher performance aluminum bars for security amd ride quality.
A.
anwered by: mwirth
The Salsa Cowbell 2 uses a different aluminum, though both are perfectly fine for use with STI shifters. Thanks!
The Salsa Cowbell 2 uses a different aluminum, though both are perfectly fine for use with STI shifters. Thanks!
Q.
asked by: jphillips24
Salsa's website says that the Cowbell 2 has a 68mm reach. Are these a different versio
Salsa's website says that the Cowbell 2 has a 68mm reach. Are these a different versio
A.
anwered by: mwirth
No, I'm sorry. We just had an incorrect spec. The reach is 68mm. Thanks!
No, I'm sorry. We just had an incorrect spec. The reach is 68mm. Thanks!
Q.
asked by: a guest
How do you determine the correct size to order?
How do you determine the correct size to order?
A.
anwered by: canteau
The handlebar width is based on your body size and riding style.
You can start with a bar that closely matches your shoulder to shoulder measurement and go from there.
Narrower bars will provide quicker turning while wider bars will provide more stability.
If you are experiencing any time of pain or numbness it is best to work with an experienced fitter to find the size and position that works for your body and needs.
The handlebar width is based on your body size and riding style.
You can start with a bar that closely matches your shoulder to shoulder measurement and go from there.
Narrower bars will provide quicker turning while wider bars will provide more stability.
If you are experiencing any time of pain or numbness it is best to work with an experienced fitter to find the size and position that works for your body and needs.
Q.
asked by: a guest
what is the difference between the cowbell MD and the other non-MD?
what is the difference between the cowbell MD and the other non-MD?
A.
anwered by: t.young
The 38cm non-MD handlebar is an earlier version that isn't made by Salsa anymore.
The 38cm non-MD handlebar is an earlier version that isn't made by Salsa anymore.
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