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Syntace Stratos CX carbon aero bars

Published: May. 13, 2008
The Syntace Stratos CX bar
The Syntace Stratos CX bar
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Retail: CX bars: $245;
C3 Extensions: $199.
Weight: CX: 165 grams;
C3: size S, 348g; size M, 366g; size L, 378g.
Web site: www.syntaceusa.com

Syntace's new Stratos CX base bars feature an aero cross section that is 15mm tall and 54mm deep.

The carbon bars have a 31.8mm titanium mesh center section to strengthen the stem clamping area. The uni-directional carbon fiber allows up to 8mm of flex for comfort.

The Syntace Stratos CX bar and C3 extensions.
The Syntace Stratos CX bar and C3 extensions.
Photo: Courtesy

The internal cable routing is designed to integrated smoothly with bar end brake levers such as the TRP levers.

The Syntace C3 aero extensions have what the company calls a Double Helix Grip Bend, designed to support the heel of the hand and produce a position that is comfortable and powerful through the upper arms.

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