Ritchey WCS Beacon Gravel Bike Handlebar

Ritchey WCS Beacon Gravel Bike Handlebar

Engineered for the demands of gravel riding, this adventure-ready drop handlebar features a triple-butted 7050 alloy construction for exceptional toughness, strength and reliability on your travels. Whether you’re exploring countryside back roads or planning a weekend bikepacking getaway, this model is equipped with an anatomical bend shape, an ergonomic top and supportive geometry for handling the rigours of mixed terrain riding. Weighing only 270g (420mm option), it keeps weight to a minimum while delivering smooth handling and durability wherever your next ride leads you.

Ergonomic Gravel Handlebar with Comfortable Geometry

The ergonomic evolution of Ritchey handlebars continues with the ground-breaking WCS Beacon. The most notable feature is its super-wide 36° drop flare. Aside from the unmatched ergonomic comfort and stability afforded by this wide flare, it also allows for plenty of space for handlebar packs. When riding in the drops, the Beacon doubles down on comfort with a very shallow 80mm drop and a shorter than usual reach. The Evo-style top section offers broad support for your hands, and it has a gentle backward sweep for a more natural hand position when riding the tops.

The unconventional aesthetic of the WCS Beacon belies its comfort and practicality. Taking inspiration from the randonneur world, the Beacon allows an easy transition of the hands around the bar without upsetting bike handling when loaded with gear. The gentle change of hand position allows the body to stretch and move while keeping the bike stable.

Ideal for adventure touring and bikepacking, on asphalt or gravel trails – or even for urban riding – the unique Ritchey WCS Beacon Handlebar brings a whole new level of comfort and control.

Features:

• Material: Triple-butted 7050 Alloy
• Use: Gravel
• Bend Shape: Anatomical
• Top Shape: Ergonomic
• Width: Mutliple options available to select
• Drop: 80mm
• Reach: 65mm
• Drop Flare: 36°
• Flare Out: 6°
• Backsweep: 4.5°
• Clamp Diameter: 31.8mm
• Accessory Mount Diameter: 31.8mm
• Shimano Compatibility: Compatible with Shimano EW-RS910 junction box
• Clip-on Compatibility: Yes
• Ritchey Stem Compatibility: Compatible with Ritchey C260 stem (available separately)
• Weight: 270g (420mm option)

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