Race Face SIXC 35 20mm Rise 2014
Reviews / Handlebars
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In A Glance
The SIXC series of carbon components has been very popular, always offering a combination of lightweight and strength. New for this year the 35mm diameter option allows them to shave material off the bar due to the added stiffness of the new size. This has resulted in a considerable reduction in the weight of the bar. It’s the lightest 800mm bar in the test which is some accolade considering the company it is keeping. Again the styling is such that the fat middle section is kept to a minimum so the bar looks fairly “normal” on your bike. On the trail the optimized flex in the bar removes small trail chatter while the torsional stiffness ensures a precise and reactive steering response. Made from unidirectional carbon a matt clear-coat has been applied on top to ensure a stealthy look. It can be shortened to 750mm if you desire and there are lines to help you trim it to your desired length. Available in black the bar is rated for all-mountain, downhill and enduro duties.
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Weight: 214g
Material: Carbon
Length: 800mm
Rise: 10mm, 20mm or 35mm
Sweeps: 5° Up, 8° Back
Diameter: 35mm
This review was in Issue 31 of IMB.
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By Rou Chater
Rou Chater is the Publishing Editor of IMB Magazine; he’s a jack-of-all-trades and master of none, but his passion for bikes knows no bounds. His first mountain bike was a Trek 820, which he bought in 1990. It didn’t take him long to earn himself a trip to the hospital on it, and he’s never looked back since. These days he’s keeping it rubber side down, riding locally and overseas as much as possible.
