Which tri bars?

[steveindenmark]

I have never used tri bars before and looking on the internet there is a huge variety to choose from.

I want to use them for long distance riding.

Could someone suggest what I should be looking for?

 

[Sharky]

These are comfortable
http://www.fatbirds.co.uk/58210/pro...currency=GBP&gclid=CMKmyLH4rdACFcm6GwodkFYIMA

 

[Cuchilo]

These although not cheap have very large pads and loads of adjustment . http://www.zipp.com/bars/vuka-alumina-clip/

 

[HLaB]

The only real difference IMO is the shape of the bar (3 main types, flat, s bend and ski bend) the latter type I think is most comfortable on the wrists and would be better for long distance riding.

 

[steveindenmark]

The only real difference IMO is the shape of the bar (3 main types, flat, s bend and ski bend) the latter type I think is most comfortable on the wrists and would be better for long distance riding.

I have been trawling through the TCR photos and they all have different bars.

Looking on e bay, I see you can get all shapes and sizes for very little money and so I will try a couple for size and shape before jumping in the deep end and buying a carbon set.

 

[HLaB]

I have been trawling through the TCR photos and they all have different bars.

Looking on e bay, I see you can get all shapes and sizes for very little money and so I will try a couple for size and shape before jumping in the deep end and buying a carbon set.

Variations on the main theme but you're doing the right thing IMO testing to see which is most comfort I think Steve Abraham had the ski pole type, closed in a loop to form a D. I guess that gives you more hand/ hold options.

The main thing is position for speed and comfort for long distance IMO so if you find a alu pair that puts you in a right and comfortable position I wouldn't bother shelling out for carbon to save a few grams,

Good Luck