Ritchey Comp VentureMax V2 - 31.8 Gravel Handlebar - BB Black

Tom Ritchey has been riding off-road and riding far – and designing products for such adventures – decades before anyone thought to call it "Gravel Riding" or "Bikepacking." His real-life experiences directly inform every product made by Ritchey – such as the beloved VentureMax handlebar. With its short reach, shallow drop and purposeful flare, the original VentureMax offers comfort and confidence to legions of riders looking to settle in and have some fun on those dirty drop bar adventures. Next Generation – Comp VentureMax V2 Like its predecessor, the latest version of the Comp VentureMax drop bar is influenced by Tom Ritchey's life experiences, but adds some new features – continuing to inspire riders to chase Gravel and other mixed surface adventures. Aero-shaped ergonomic tops (38 x 22.5 mm) offer a more comfortable hand position, while drilling for a Shimano Di2 junction box (EW-RS910) expands the adaptability of the handlebar. Multiple hand positions are key for comfort and confidence on any ride, and the VentureMax offers plenty of options there – especially with its wide 24° flare at the drops. But it is the return of the Bio-Bend shape in the drops, that adds yet another design element that is practical and comfortable for whatever surface you choose to ride upon and for however long your adventure endures. Technical details of the Ritchey VentureMax Comp V2 dropbar level: Comp shape / design: Aero, ergonomic (top section) Bio-Bend, anatomic (drop section) material: aluminium 6061 (double butted) clamp diameter: 31.8 mm Drop / Reach: 102 / 75 mm Drop Flare / Flare Out: 24° / 6° Backsweep: 4.6° weight: approx. 320 g (manufacturer's specs) Compatibility: stem: Ritchey C260 (manufacturer's recommendation) Shimano Di2: yes (EW-RS910 Junction Box) clip-on aerobar: yes (all sizes, exception: 380 mm)