drop bars

Road bike grips

Drop bars are curved bicycle handlebars that sweep forward and then down, allowing riders multiple hand positions—on top for relaxed riding, on the curved drops for aerodynamic tucking.

Standard equipment on road bikes and most racing bicycles: She prefers drop bars for long-distance rides.

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Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Rated G