Have to comment on the bar markings... They are nice but also super confusing to a detail freak like myself.. I found changing the bar rolleven just slightly made a huge difference in performance handling! I settled just above the 66 mark.. if the "no gap" line is supposed to be aligned with those HA number lines.. but even tho I love the bars it's super nice that they put the numbers there for reference, but it's hard to know where it all lines up with the OneUp stem in terms of perfect measurement
Bar flex makes a huge difference in comfort. I found that out by having 2 of the same identical dirtbikes but with different bars, I thought the bike with stiff ass renthal twin wall's front fork was blown because it felt so harsh, Then swapped bars out with the protaper evos from the other bike and felt super plush. No joke, large amount of difference. I'll be looking into these if my YT ever ships 🤠
At 2:18 there is an obvious crack in the OneUp bar. That looks like a nasty accident waiting to happen! At 3:42 there is an obvious mismatch in shape between the brake clamp and the bar. That also looks like a disaster waiting to happen. Was this from abuse/neglect or was it OneUp's quality control that let that stuff slip by?
The "obvious crack" is just a slightly visible seam in the layup under the clear coat, it is present on the other side of the bar as well. As for the "obvious mismatch" between the brake clamp and the bar shape, yeah that clamp has seen better days...
@@vitalmtb Just be careful with these carbon handlebars, please. I have a carbon bar on my bike and it sure is nice and comfy but I don't think a carbon bar is the right piece of kit for very aggressive riding. Handlebar failures are going to hurt!
Nice vid! I'm not interested in the stem and EDC system as I have pockets for my multitool, but I have a lot of finger pain whilst riding and this handlebar sounds promising as it could make the trail chatter a lot less major, which would ease the finger pain.
If that's all you're looking for I'd look at the spank vibrocore bars, haven't tried then myself but putting them on the bike I'm building right now for the same reasons
Definitely worth a try. Don't forget to play around with different grips as well (thickness, softness etc), we've found that makes a major difference sometimes too. If all else fails, there's a bar with even more flex for you to potentially try: www.vitalmtb.com/product/guide/Handlebars,38/Fasst/Flexx-Enduro,24182#product-reviews/3503/expand.
@@vitalmtb I've experimented with different ones and no difference. It's due to stiffness in my upper body's muscles according to a physical therapist.
IMHO the tool itself is way to small to be reliable on the trail. It looks like a toy next to an ordinary multi tool and I had problems loosening not even very tight screws on my handlebars. It's not just tiny but also has relatively sharp edges For me, this thing is a nice concept that just doesn't work. No Hex 8 too, not that you would be able to reliably tighten pedals with this thing anyway… Also, if you really want this tool I'd recommend the version that goes into One Up's pump. No need to buy proprietary stems or drill into your steerer.
Under normal circumstances it gets the job done. Realigning your controls or your seatpost after a crash, tightening up a bolt that has come loose already, that sort of thing - basically the most common on-trail use cases are covered. As we mentioned in the review, there is a hex 8 tool which actually consists of a combination of two other tools, but we don't recommend using it to remove a stubborn pedal for example (we mangled one of our samples this way). To tighten a pedal that has worked itself loose on the trail however, it will certainly do the job and get you back on your bike to finish the ride.
@@vitalmtb I have literally never had a pedal "work itself loose". Sounds like instead of buying more pricey gadgets, better off with proper mechanical maintenance before the ride.
On the contrary, it’s worked very well for me trail side. Have used about 90% of the features including the 8mm and found them all satisfactory for such a convenient tool.
i ducktaped a bunch of allen keys to my seat tube but you dont see me bragging
😂😂😂
I never thought a handlebar could look so damn good
Have to comment on the bar markings... They are nice but also super confusing to a detail freak like myself.. I found changing the bar rolleven just slightly made a huge difference in performance handling! I settled just above the 66 mark.. if the "no gap" line is supposed to be aligned with those HA number lines.. but even tho I love the bars it's super nice that they put the numbers there for reference, but it's hard to know where it all lines up with the OneUp stem in terms of perfect measurement
Bar flex makes a huge difference in comfort. I found that out by having 2 of the same identical dirtbikes but with different bars, I thought the bike with stiff ass renthal twin wall's front fork was blown because it felt so harsh, Then swapped bars out with the protaper evos from the other bike and felt super plush. No joke, large amount of difference. I'll be looking into these if my YT ever ships 🤠
Did you get your YT yet?
@@spiro4955 Yeah I got it shortly after this post lol. Around 200 miles on her now
You guys have some really really useful content.
Thanks!
At 2:18 there is an obvious crack in the OneUp bar. That looks like a nasty accident waiting to happen! At 3:42 there is an obvious mismatch in shape between the brake clamp and the bar. That also looks like a disaster waiting to happen. Was this from abuse/neglect or was it OneUp's quality control that let that stuff slip by?
The "obvious crack" is just a slightly visible seam in the layup under the clear coat, it is present on the other side of the bar as well. As for the "obvious mismatch" between the brake clamp and the bar shape, yeah that clamp has seen better days...
@@vitalmtb Just be careful with these carbon handlebars, please. I have a carbon bar on my bike and it sure is nice and comfy but I don't think a carbon bar is the right piece of kit for very aggressive riding. Handlebar failures are going to hurt!
Nice vid! I'm not interested in the stem and EDC system as I have pockets for my multitool, but I have a lot of finger pain whilst riding and this handlebar sounds promising as it could make the trail chatter a lot less major, which would ease the finger pain.
If that's all you're looking for I'd look at the spank vibrocore bars, haven't tried then myself but putting them on the bike I'm building right now for the same reasons
@@tommills7075 Yeah, that could be an option too. Thanks
Definitely worth a try. Don't forget to play around with different grips as well (thickness, softness etc), we've found that makes a major difference sometimes too. If all else fails, there's a bar with even more flex for you to potentially try: www.vitalmtb.com/product/guide/Handlebars,38/Fasst/Flexx-Enduro,24182#product-reviews/3503/expand.
Your solution is likely forearm isometric strength exercise and a better ergonomic angle setup, not gadgets.
@@vitalmtb I've experimented with different ones and no difference. It's due to stiffness in my upper body's muscles according to a physical therapist.
i love this tool.
thanks for this video
Good review, thanks for the content
That tool has been out for two years I have one in every bike
David Richardson does it fit on every bike? My canyon strive was second hbd and didn’t come with one, looking to buy one
why didn’t they actually install the stem on this video
Will the bars work with the chromag 35mm stem on my bike, or does it have to be paired up with the OneUp stem?
Works with any 35 mm stem
I thought vertical compliance was the whole point of suspension forks.
You can still get a harsh feeling on your hands running a stiff ass bar even with a plush fork
initial bump sensitivity are your tyres
What mic are you using?
RODE Wireless GO.
I put weed in my headtube maaaahn.
I used to do that with a quill stem on my commuter bike back in the day :D
Keep in mind this won’t work with fox’s oval steer tubes…
Rental for clout, one up for performance
I don't trust flexing carbon bars when doing big drops... i wouldn't even use it on an XC bike
Trust issues
IMHO the tool itself is way to small to be reliable on the trail. It looks like a toy next to an ordinary multi tool and I had problems loosening not even very tight screws on my handlebars. It's not just tiny but also has relatively sharp edges For me, this thing is a nice concept that just doesn't work. No Hex 8 too, not that you would be able to reliably tighten pedals with this thing anyway… Also, if you really want this tool I'd recommend the version that goes into One Up's pump. No need to buy proprietary stems or drill into your steerer.
Under normal circumstances it gets the job done. Realigning your controls or your seatpost after a crash, tightening up a bolt that has come loose already, that sort of thing - basically the most common on-trail use cases are covered. As we mentioned in the review, there is a hex 8 tool which actually consists of a combination of two other tools, but we don't recommend using it to remove a stubborn pedal for example (we mangled one of our samples this way). To tighten a pedal that has worked itself loose on the trail however, it will certainly do the job and get you back on your bike to finish the ride.
@@vitalmtb I have literally never had a pedal "work itself loose". Sounds like instead of buying more pricey gadgets, better off with proper mechanical maintenance before the ride.
@@truantray we've seen it.
On the contrary, it’s worked very well for me trail side. Have used about 90% of the features including the 8mm and found them all satisfactory for such a convenient tool.
it's worked great for me (mostly other trail users that have borrowed it) several times in the two years i've had it.
Rental for clout, one up for performance.
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Shut up you moron