TAVELO RISE - Integrated riser Handlebar

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Road - Weight Weenies on Weight-Weenies3 days ago

Tavelo Avro Rise and other "riser"/"gullwing" style integrated handlebars

The Tavelo RISE is an integrated riser handlebar with 20mm of rise from the stem center, designed to increase stack height without spacers. It features a -10° stem angle, short-ish reach (actual measured around 60mm due to stem being 10mm longer than stated), and is available in 34cm width. The bar is made of carbon fiber, weighs approximately 280g (plus adapter weight for 1 1/8" steerers), but actual weight including shim is around 306g for 380/100mm. It is compatible with electronic groupsets but not mechanical due to limited internal routing space. It uses a 1 1/4" steerer clamp with an adapter for 1 1/8" steerers. Users appreciate its aerodynamic design and aesthetics, but criticize the hood transition shape, short reach, weight, spacer compatibility, flat-sided drops, and ergonomics. The -10° stem angle can negate the rise benefit and tilts computer mounts downward. Return shipping costs are high. Alternatives include Incolor Aerowav (good hood transition), XMCS (stiff, heavier, addresses transition), Winspace Hyper 2.0 (40mm rise), and others. An aftermarket computer mount from TiParts is available. Recent user feedback indicates that the overall rise compared to a -6° stem is about 15mm, and the bar is stiff and solid. The computer mount is solid, but the provided headset cover for FSA ACR is 3D printed with rough finish. Some users find the transition smooth with proper setup and thicker tape. Handling may be affected with more weight on the front wheel, leading to snappier cornering for some.

AI Summary

Pros

Provides 20mm of stack rise from the stem center, allowing for a higher position without spacers, which is aerodynamically beneficial and aesthetically pleasing.
Lightweight at around 280g (before adapter) and available in a narrow 34cm width, which is ideal for riders with smaller frames or preferences.
Features a -10° stem angle and ergonomic tops, designed for comfort in aero hoods positions like puppy paws.

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Cons

Poor hood-to-bar transition: The design creates a drop at the shifters, making it difficult to achieve a level, smooth transition, which is uncomfortable for most riding positions.
Not compatible with mechanical groupsets due to limited internal routing space, restricting it to electronic shifting only.
Uses a 1 1/4" steerer clamp with an adapter for 1 1/8" steerers, adding weight (up to 300g total) and complexity.

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