Gravel bars force a compromise between road-bike efficiency at the hoods and off-road control in the drops, and the Roval Terra Carbon Handlebar was developed to be a paragon of comfort, control and performance, pairing a shallow drop and moderate reach with a 12-degree flare for all-terrain comfort and control . The result is a bar that stays narrow where your hands sit most of the day and opens up when the terrain demands more leverage.

An optimized blend of high modulus carbon fiber materials and advanced construction techniques yields a light and confident bar, and an ergonomic top perch alleviates pressure on the hands. That top shape matters more than any single spec on this bar. The flattened profile spreads pressure across the palm instead of concentrating it on a round tube, which is what makes long days on fire roads and mellow gravel tolerable when you're spending hours on the tops between drop-bar positions.

Geometry stays disciplined. Stem clamp is 31.8mm, drop is 103mm, reach is 70mm, with 12 degrees of flare and a 23.8mm brake lever mount diameter for road shifters. The short reach keeps the stretch to the hoods manageable, and the 103mm drop puts the lower position close enough that you'll actually use it instead of avoiding it. The 12-degree flare at the drops adds stability without pushing the hoods out to an uncomfortably wide stance.... Read More