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MMcG
09-13-2011, 04:33 PM
So I have a frame-set that is capable of going either 29er or 650b depending on set up.

I've tried several different dirt drop bars but haven't gotten the right fit/feel with them.

So I'm starting to wonder - maybe what I need to do is focus on more of a road/dirt road/gravel grinder configuration with some more road oriented/CX type handlebars.

This way I could get the brake hoods in a comfy position to ride on the hoods, and when needed I can get low and into the hooks of the bars. perhaps the cowbells are the ticket?

Thoughts/Opinions - Ideas?

Thanks in advance.

Mark in CT
fourflys
09-13-2011, 07:20 PM
I have the cowbells on my Vaya and LOVE them! they are a bit flared but nothing like the woodchipper bars... the only thing I can really say is they just feel right...

http://threeflys.smugmug.com/Sports/Cycling/i-9dLZ4k6/0/L/IMG1657-L.jpg

http://threeflys.smugmug.com/Sports/Cycling/i-mZP94VN/0/L/IMG1653-L.jpg

http://threeflys.smugmug.com/Sports/Cycling/i-XX88CPD/0/L/IMG1688-L.jpg
MMcG
09-13-2011, 07:22 PM
Nice Vaya!!!

Those bars look like they may be the ticket!
fourflys
09-13-2011, 07:35 PM
I actually think I might put these on my Casseroll build as well...
noonan1970
09-13-2011, 07:35 PM
Bell Laps feel really nice too with some flare.
MMcG
09-13-2011, 07:36 PM
Bell Laps feel really nice too with some flare.

I was reading a comparison between these and the Bell Laps and there are features of the Cowbells that I prefer for my particular bike vs. the Bell Laps.
fourflys
09-13-2011, 07:37 PM
Bell Laps feel really nice too with some flare.

I think might be replacing the bell laps, but I'm not sure... Salsa still has some of the older stuff up with the new stuff (shaft seat post for one...)
csm
09-13-2011, 07:41 PM
I think I have them on my Fargo. I set them up like a normal drop bar?

turns out I have moto ace bell laps.
MMcG
09-13-2011, 09:05 PM
I did some testing tonight with a 70mmx6 degree FSA stem paired up with Origin8 Gary II bars. Pretty good, but I think it helps me realize the Cowbells would be even better for this particular bike and how I want to be in the "cockpit."