Lead out the bunch with the Velobike Bunch Bars, a UCI-legal carbon fiber endurance handlebar designed in close collaboration with New Zealand's national track cycling team. These handlebars are specifically engineered to remain UCI legal even after January 1, 2027, ensuring long-term compliance for competitive riders.
The Bunch Bars were developed through a rider-centered design approach, empowering athletes with the greatest advantage from optimized body positioning and aerodynamics. They integrate five main grip positions, each offering distinct benefits for various track scenarios:
Traditional Drop Grip: Provides classic comfort and maximum control for all-around riding.
Drop Front Grip: Allows hands to slide forward while lowering elbows, achieving greater aerodynamic efficiency without repositioning the main grip.
Hood Grip: A popular transition for road cyclists, these horns offer maximum comfort when high on the track during a Madison, and the raised position opens up airways for quicker aerobic recovery.
Pursuit Grip: Designed for the greatest aero advantage, this safe and stable grip positions palms against the horns, making forearms horizontal and eliminating their frontal area from drag. This narrow, furthest-forward drop position is the ultimate fusion between pursuiting and bunch racing.
Top Grip: A flat and horizontal top section serves as a stable platform for slinging a Madison partner or for resting post-race. A cutout on either side of the stem cradles the rider's thumb for enhanced grip and control.
Pairing the Bunch Bars with Small Aero Bar End Plugs (Gen2) is recommended for optimal aerodynamic performance. This design has proven its excellence on the global stage, contributing to multiple Olympic medals, including Gold for Matt Walls (Great Britain) in Men's Omnium, Gold for Lasse Norman Hansen (Denmark) in Men's Madison, Silver for Campbell Stewart (New Zealand) in Men's Omnium, and Silver for Matt Walls (Great Britain) in Men's Madison at the Tokyo 2020 (2021) Olympics.
FEATURES
UCI Legal: Designed to remain compliant with UCI rules even after 1/1/2027.
Carbon Fiber Construction: Lightweight and stiff for optimal performance.
Team Collaboration Design: Developed in partnership with the New Zealand track cycling team.
Rider-Centered Aerodynamics: Empowers riders with advantageous body positioning to reduce drag.
Five Main Grip Positions: Includes Traditional Drop, Drop Front, Hood, Pursuit, and Top grips for versatility.
Olympic Medal-Winning Design: Proven performance on the highest competitive stage.
ISO Certified: Meets international quality and safety standards.
Satin Carbon Finish: A sleek and professional aesthetic.
Optimized for Track Racing: Ideal for Points, Scratch, and Madison disciplines.
SPECIFICATIONS
Material: Carbon fiber
Finish: Satin carbon
Width (Drops C-C): 330mm
Width (Hoods C-C): 264mm
Drop (C-C): 120mm
Reach (C-C): 104mm
Stem Clamp Torque Recommendation: 4Nm
UCI Approval: Approved for Tokyo 2020 (2021) Olympics, legal for 2023 ruleset, and remains legal after 1/1/2027.
Certifications: ISO certified
Recommended Accessory: Small Aero Bar End Plugs (Gen2) for optimal aerodynamic performance.
