The Spcycle HB-068 is an integrated carbon gravel cockpit with full hidden cable routing and quick-mount aero extensions, widely praised for offering aero-bar functionality at roughly 265–300 EUR versus 500–1,000 EUR for Canyon, Black Inc or Aero Plug systems. Owners find it solid and confidence-inspiring over long distances, but it is a gravel-oriented bar (16° flare, short reach) that fits race road bikes poorly, and fitting to non-Spcycle frames requires work with spacers, dust caps and wedges. Weight, sizing and armrest adjustment vary by configuration and are the main practical caveats.
Pros
- Far cheaper than comparable systems: about 265–300 EUR in sales vs about 1,000 EUR for Canyon or Black Inc setups and over 500 EUR for Aero Plug.1
- Aero extensions mount or come off in under five minutes with a reproducible position, and survived Race Around Rwanda with the clip-ons.12
- Solid, functional and confidence-inspiring quality; one owner has ridden about 3,000 km on it.1
- Full integrated cable routing for a clean look, with support for both mechanical (after modification) and electronic groupsets.2
- Adjustable armrest height and grip angle (flat to 90°) allow customization for long-distance riding.21
- Very few alternatives at this price for an aero integrated bar with rest bars.1
- Spcycle has a good reputation and long-running support on Chinertown.1
Cons
- Gravel geometry: 16° flare and short reach make it unsuitable for a regular race road bike; only endurance road bikes at most.1
- Fitting to non-Spcycle frames needs work: mismatched spacers and dust cap, a protruding top cover and the wrong wedge delayed one build for months.1
- Heavier than expected: aluminium extension spacers and armrest plate; 410 g bar in 380/120.1
- Initial width options too wide (44–46cm) for modern preferences, with limited narrow width availability paired with longer stems.2
- No torque specifications supplied.1
- Rest-bar cables are not routed through the bar and must run under the bar tape.1
- Armrests sit low and have no simple height adjustment without aftermarket angled plates or 3D-printed spacers.1
- Garmin mount position is awkward and tight between the grips.2
- Spcycle does not answer requests for a road version.1
Key Facts
- Complete setup with integrated handlebar and rest bar weighs 930g ±20g; bar alone approximately 325–350g (380/120 bar reported at 410g by another owner).21
- Price about 265–300 EUR in sales including shipping, versus about 1,000 EUR for Canyon or Black Inc systems and over 500 EUR for Aero Plug setups.1
- T1000 carbon fiber construction, monocoque molded, matte finish, with aluminium extension spacers and armrest plate.21
- 16° flare, 69mm reach, 116mm drop, 1-1/8" steerer clamp; 85° backsweep shortens effective stem length by about 17–25 mm.21
- Available widths 380/400/420mm (after modification; initial options 44–46cm) and stem lengths 80/90/100/110/120mm (60–120mm range quoted).21
- A 5.5 mm wedge was needed on one third-party frame; spacers and dust caps often have to be 3D-printed, and the top cover stands proud.1
- Armrests can be angled from flat/aero to 90° and height is adjustable; rest-bar cables are not routed through the bar and run under the bar tape.21
- HB-069 shares the same bar base but has adjustable rest bars.1
Reviews & Ratings
The Spcycle HB-068 is an integrated carbon gravel cockpit with full hidden routing and quick-mount aero extensions, modelled on Canyon's modular system. The HB-069 shares the same bar but has adjustable rest bars. At about 265-300 EUR in sales it costs far less than Canyon, Black Inc or Aero Plug setups (500-1,000 EUR), and there are few alternatives for an aero bar with clip-ons. Owners on rennrad-news find it solid and confidence-inspiring. One has ridden about 3,000 km on it, and the extensions go on or off in under five minutes. It is a gravel bar with 16° flare and short reach, so owners would use it on an endurance road bike at most (380/120), not a race bike. The 85° backsweep shortens the effective stem by about 17-25 mm. Fitting to non-Spcycle frames takes work: - spacers and dust cap do not match, so owners 3D-print their own; - one build was delayed for months by the wrong wedge until a 5.5 mm wedge was ordered; - the top cover is not recessed and stands proud. Other drawbacks: aluminium extension spacers and armrest plate make it heavier than expected (410 g bar in 380/120), there are no torque specifications, the rest-bar cables run under the bar tape, and armrest height is not adjustable without aftermarket plates. Spcycle does not reply to requests for a road version.
AI Summary
Pros
- Far cheaper than comparable systems: about 265-300 EUR in sales vs about 1,000 EUR for Canyon or Black Inc setups.
- Aero extensions mount or come off in under five minutes, with a reproducible position.
- Solid, functional and confidence-inspiring quality; one owner has ridden about 3,000 km on it.
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Cons
- Gravel geometry: 16° flare and short reach make it unsuitable for a regular race road bike.
- The 85° backsweep shortens effective stem length by about 17-25 mm.
- Fitting to non-Spcycle frames needs work: mismatched spacers and dust cap, a protruding top cover and the wrong wedge delayed one build for months.
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Key Points
- Integrated carbon gravel bar/stem with full hidden routing and quick-mount aero extensions.
- HB-069: same bar, adjustable rest bars.
- 16° flare; 85° backsweep reduces effective stem length by about 17-25 mm.
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The Spcycle HB-068 is an aero carbon gravel handlebar with integrated armrests and full hidden cable routing. It's made from T1000 carbon fiber and aluminum alloy, with a matte finish. Available widths range from 380-460mm (after modification) with 16-degree flare, stem lengths from 60-120mm, reach of 69mm, drop of 116mm, and 1-1/8" steerer clamp. Weight is approximately 930g complete or 325-350g for the bar alone. Price is around $308 including shipping to Germany. It supports computer mounts, mechanical groupsets (after modification), and adjustable armrest height/angle.
AI Summary
Pros
- Good value and performance for the price
- Full integrated cable routing for clean look
- Adjustable armrest height and grip angle for customization
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Cons
- Initial width options too wide (44-46cm) for modern preferences
- Limited narrow width availability with longer stems
- Garmin mount position awkward and tight between grips
Key Points
- T1000 Carbon Fiber construction
- Monocoque mold manufacturing
- 16-degree flare for gravel riding
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Spcycle HB-068 Aero Carbon Gravel Bike Handlebar Full Hidden Cable Road Integrated Handlebar With Rest Bar
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