Give arm pump the axe.
Era is Race Face’s carbon answer to arm pump and hand fatigue. Ride harder, ride faster and enjoy a consistently compliant feel in every width and every rise. To personalize your Era carbon bars even further, we made them in six eye-catching colors. And of course, Era is covered by our Lifetime Warranty, crashes included.
Era Handlebar
Rider Style
Specs
| Bar Diameter | 35mm |
| Bar Rise | 10mm, 20mm, 40mm (N/A in 760mm), 55mm (N/A in 760mm) |
| Bar Width | 760mm (trimmable to 720mm), 780mm (trimmable to 760mm), 800mm (trimmable to 760mm) |
| Bend (DEG) | 8° |
| Upward Sweep (DEG) | 5° |
| Material | UD Carbon |
| Weight | 220g |
| Weight Conditions | 800m width, 40mm rise |
| Max. Stem Clamp Width | 60mm (not compatible with wider stems, like Direct Mount stems) |
| eMTB Ready | Designed for the abuse of All-Mountain and Enduro riding, even on full-power e-bikes. |
Frequently asked questions
Should I have a professional install these bars?
Yes, it is recommended that the Era Handlebar be installed by a qualified mechanic. This ensures that the proper torque settings are used and that your stem is fully compatible with the bar’s specific clamping requirements, which helps maintain the safety and integrity of the carbon construction.
How does the Goldilocks Tune reduce rider fatigue?
The Era Handlebar is meticulously engineered with the proprietary Goldilocks (GL) Tune specifically to combat arm pump and significantly reduce hand fatigue, allowing riders to ride harder and faster for longer periods. This unique tuning targets the ideal balance between compliance and control.
This fatigue reduction is achieved through several design features:
- Optimized Compliance: The GL Tune ensures the bar is intentionally “stiffer than soft, softer than harsh,” providing a sweet spot for compliance that effectively absorbs trail vibrations and impacts.
- Precision Engineering: The bar is constructed from nearly 100 individual pieces of hand-laid carbon fiber, with the layup formula optimized for each size and rise to maximize fatigue reduction.
- Narrowed Clamp Profile: By narrowing the stem clamp area (Max. 60mm), Race Face controls the bar’s taper and rise, which is crucial for achieving and maintaining the precise compliant feel.
What is the maximum compatible stem clamp width?
The Era Handlebar is engineered with a narrower clamp area to maintain its carefully tuned compliance (the “Goldilocks tune”). For this reason, compatibility is limited:
- The maximum compatible stem clamp width is 60mm.
- It is not compatible with wider stems, such as most Direct Mount stems, which would compromise the handlebar’s designed fatigue reduction properties.
Does the carbon fiber offer a smooth ride?
Yes. The Era Handlebar features GL-Tuned compliance, which is specifically engineered to dampen trail vibrations and reduce fatigue. By utilizing nearly 100 pieces of hand-laid carbon fiber, the bar provides a ‘quiet’ and controlled feel that helps absorb harsh impacts on chunky or technical terrain.
Does the carbon layup affect performance?
Yes, the Era Handlebar is crafted from nearly 100 individual pieces of hand-laid carbon fiber and bound with a toughened epoxy resin. This precise, purposeful engineering creates an industry-leading strength-to-weight ratio while allowing for the specific vibration-damping flex characteristics that define the “Goldilocks” tune.
What color options are available for customization?
The Era Handlebar is available in six striking color options for significant personalization and customization to match your bike’s aesthetic:
- Grey
- Stealth
- Orange
- Red
- Blue
- Kashmoney (Features gold accents)
These unique colors ensure you can easily integrate this high-performance carbon bar into any custom build.
Lifetime Warranty, Crashes Included.
Crashes are part of mountain biking. When they happen, we have your back.