Kore have been around since the early 90’s and have a reputation for solid, reliable products which looks set to continue as the brand goes into its third decade. These ‘OCD’ offerings from Kore get the job done with very little fuss. 7050-T6 alloy is something many mountain bikers know and trust, so we know strength and weight will be good. That said, at just 285g for the 20mm rise models, these are certainly not going to cause any problems in the weight department. If the 20mm rise isn’t quite right for you then Kore also offer this bar in either a flat or 35mm rise version, both of which are equally impressive when it comes to weight. The 800mm width makes the weight seem even more impressive. Laser etched cut down markers are there, as are the stem centre lines and angle markers. Colours-wise, you get five options, covering most of the usual suspects. Price is at the lower end of the scale, cheaper than most in fact. A 7 degree back-sweep and 5 degree up-sweep keep things in the ball park again.

Price: £49.99

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www.kore-usa.com