Thanks for the review! I think I read somewhere (perhaps Surly’s website) that the intent behind the shims was that shipping with 25.4 allows people to stick the corner bars on their older mtb for use as a gravel ride. Having said that, not sure what it would cost to just make 2 versions. Probably could have saved by selling fewer widths with the different clamp options. Oh well, at least they’re providing the shims for you.
@RideYearRound2 жыл бұрын
Yeah I remember reading that somewhere too. I appreciate that in some ways, but think most people will be putting them on somewhat modern bikes (I.e. my rig) or have converted the threaded/quill set up to 31.8 already. I’m really just nitpicking about the shims, it’s not a deal breaker at all.
@davedelarosa3192 жыл бұрын
I'm actually facing this issue right now, but extra niche as I'm trying to find some replacement bars for a Cannondale with a Headshok stem that clamps in 25.4. That these are offered as such is honestly amazing otherwise it's having to source both new bars, and a boutique stem in the well documented supply shortage.
@jackothekingUK2 жыл бұрын
Yes, old mtb quills, important nod by Surly.
@ElevationEveryWeekend2 жыл бұрын
Like you I largely am not a fan of traditional drop bars, but I love love love these. I did find moving the controls to the bottom side of the cross bar to be better for me, and it makes the hoods more useable. It does make them more of a commitment tho. Keep ‘em coming!
@duckmanduckfairy80102 жыл бұрын
Great review I have been eyeballing these for sometime now, my thought would be using tri bike bar end brake levers and then you’d be able to use hood position and drops. As for tape on the hood section instead use some ESI chunky grips cut down to fit might be perfect!
@RideYearRound2 жыл бұрын
That ESI chunky idea is great, I’ll have to try that out (maybe even go extra chunk).
@duckmanduckfairy80102 жыл бұрын
@@RideYearRound yeah the tri brakes may be a bit short but worth a try
@DEFKNIGHT2 жыл бұрын
But I'd note if you do use these type you'll need to drill and file the two holes for the exits for the cable housing near the stem. And need to know whether you could route the cables through that nub through the rest of the bar.
@brattenj572 жыл бұрын
Outstanding, thank you!
@jasonisaac12 жыл бұрын
Enjoyed the video, thanks! I have the 54cm Corner Bar on order. Going to convert my old XC race hard tail into a drop/alt bar mtb/gravel bike. Planning on getting some bar extenders to lengthen the horns, and problem solvers to get the shifters/brakes on the horns. Still have the dropper post lever and fork lockout lever to get on too, but those clamps are relatively small.
@rollinrat48502 жыл бұрын
There are so many different shaped bars these days. Experiment a bit. You might be surprised. With the 25.4 clamp area, these bars can work with almost any stem, new or old. This offers options when piecing together 'nice old junk'. Its a practical feature that may save some money. Practical, No nonsense bikes are Surly's bread and butter. Its what they do! Getting your bars higher with a taller stem allows you to use the hooks more often. Its the most secure and safest position. This offer lots of handling, weight distribution , power and safety benefits. Watch pro riders and the amazing things they can do on the bike. They don't just ride in the hooks for aerodynamics. Ignore marketing and fashionable vanity. Get YOUR bike set up correctly so you can spend more time rolling around on it.
@plantbasedupinhere11 ай бұрын
I got Corner bars on my MTB. Makes it a completely different bike.
@anthonyharris4832 жыл бұрын
There's a carbon version of the bar at aliexpress with a 31.8mm diameter size mounting area
@lweleven34232 жыл бұрын
yes hoods missing maybe a pain , ive a salsa fargo looking for a alternative that may lift the front position a bit more
@supahbob943 ай бұрын
the reason the bars arent 31.8 is because most older 90s mtb use 24.5mm clamp diameter which is typically what ppl would use these types of bars for, so they dont have to convert to true drop bar brake levers and shifters
@VendetaBrown2 жыл бұрын
Would be interested to see what you think about the newer version of the Velo Orange Crazy Bars. Trying to decide between Moloko, Corner or the Velo’s
@RideYearRound2 жыл бұрын
Yeah the new crazy bars look really good on paper, I’m really interested to try them out. I’ll have a moloko vs corner comparison video coming up soon.
@williesurvives19 ай бұрын
You should try JKLitepro MTB Sponge Handlegrips Butterfly Handlebar 22.2mm Sponge Soft Shock Cover 345mm Ultralight 75g
@xcracer311 Жыл бұрын
Dude I literally just built the same gravel bike out of my old Rig!, might do an 8 speed hub on the rear.
@mazditzo2 жыл бұрын
I know surly famous with its chromoly material, but I hope they make aluminum version of those bars, 700-800 grams are too much for me 😀
@saintless2 жыл бұрын
I imagine the clamp size had more to do with making the bars accessible for riders with quill stems than anything(?), so if it was to save production costs, it was likely a move to only keep a single handlebar in warehouses instead of two different SKUs. Does Surly classify these bars for MTB use? Would seem odd if they don't but I recall reading that the reason VO couldn't get certified with the original Crazy Bar was due to using the small clamp size and not 31.8 but maybe I misunderstood the reason they stated.
@slowly_cyclist2 жыл бұрын
Is the steertube too short? Its ok after the stem without additional ring spacer? Thx u 🙏
@TateJenson9 ай бұрын
Great review! Would it be too weird to use bar end shifters on these?
@black_eagle2 жыл бұрын
Hey, great channel. I’m middle-aged but somewhat of a bike newbie; my only bike is a Trek Marlin 6 that I’ve had for a few years. I’m thinking about getting a new bike to use for exploring western WA forest roads, abandoned/4WD roads, light trails and bikepacking. The available bikes I’m considering are the Kona Unit X, the Salsa Mukluk and the Beargrease. There isn’t much else available. Or I could just keep my Marlin and possibly upgrade something. It’s a pretty good bike but I’d like to run fatter tires like 2.8+. Just wondering if you had any advice. Thanks.
@RideYearRound2 жыл бұрын
I actually don’t love plus tires for the type of riding I do, but with the ECR and other plus tires bikes being so popular for bikepacking it’s really just my personal preference/what I ride. If you don’t plan on riding on any snow/sand I would get the Unit X over the fat bikes. Otherwise, I’d go for the Mukluk if you’re really wanting to get into bikepacking.
@rollinrat48502 жыл бұрын
There's also a few other dirt drop bars that use a 22.2mm clamp area for mtb controls. Soma Gator bars and maybe 3or 4 others. There's more and more weird h'bar choices every year. That's great. And pretty cool. Let your freak flag fly!! Ignore fashionable vanity and marketing BS. Who really looks at their bikes while riding them ?! My aspiration is to spend more time rolling around on two wheels. Best get comfortable!
@nooranik2110 ай бұрын
I fucking love my corner bars.
@DEFKNIGHT2 жыл бұрын
I don't quite understand why no one hasn't thought to use bar end brake levers. They even make them with shifters and hydrologic brake compatible.
@PRH12310 ай бұрын
'cuz the main idea of these bars is to be able to use your MTB levers and shifters on a drop-similar bar... it gets really expensive buying brifters, which may require you to change calipers also... you can buy a whole new bike for what that will cost.... of course if you have mechanical brakes or cable actuated hydraulics, then you could use Tektro bullhorn brake levers, which are pretty reasonable... and somehow figure out somewhere to put your shifters...
@MichiganMountainBiker2 жыл бұрын
Silicone Tape only sticks to itself so you can tape the bars and remove the tape whenever..
@johnnyontrails2 жыл бұрын
I have set on my hybrid/MTB bike and really liking it. Feel the same way about the hoods. The other change for me is probably going to shorten the stem. Currently at 60mm in length and thinking gong 50 or 35. Did you have to change the stem ?
@RideYearRound2 жыл бұрын
I used the same 45mm stem from my Moloko bars, but I think I’d like a 50mm stem with a bit of a rise on them (I’d keep it 45mm but it’s harder to find a stem with significant rise at that length).
@user-vf4hf7ep1c2 жыл бұрын
I'm from St. Petersburg. russia. how to purchase this steering wheel. no one sells here. help with the purchase, please. thanks.
@hodgo1981 Жыл бұрын
I'm still surprised that its a steel bar, they are SO heavy!!! surely they would consider making an alloy or carbon version, there is chinese made carbon versions out there already, but I've heard they are very weak!
@RideYearRound Жыл бұрын
They are pretty heavy, but also it’s Surly so steel is kind of the norm haha.
@PRH12310 ай бұрын
Satori have a few bars similar in concept to these and Jones, but in aluminum, and reasonably priced. Firebird and Falcon Aero are interesting models. For some reason Satori are not well known, but have been using a set for years and they're great... The model I'm using weighs less than 200 grams....!
@ronwhite85032 жыл бұрын
Trouble is they're not much cheaper than buying road hydraulics.
@daryljohn80452 жыл бұрын
Really 100 bucks ? That's only 10 dollars to 15 usd in our country
@bimmerbent2 жыл бұрын
Your lost me on the stem. Surly made them 25.4 for many reasons, lower cost, simple and uniform design, looks better with many steel frame bikes. BTW, 25.4 handlebar rides better than 31.8 due to micro flex/dampening.
@lukewalker10517 ай бұрын
To me, these suck. Either flat bars or go with drop gravel bars with conventional hood position for much greater comfort on the hoods. These handlebars and niche and for hippies....lol.