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Soma FabricationsClarence Bar
4.9
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- Unique multi-use bar with excellent ergonomics
- 660mm overall width with 40 degree sweep in the grip section
- 2" forward bend from clamp area negates the need to change stems to make up for the grip area sweep. 1.5" rise for ideal positioning
- Shot peened 6061 aluminum
- If you miss the On-One Mary Bars, these are the bars for you
- Bars are flippable for another take on moustache bars
Specifications
Bar Clamp
25.4mm, 31.8mm
Bar Rise
38mm
Material
Aluminum
Width - Flat/Riser Bars
660mm
Black - 25.4 UPC
849430016065
Black - 25.4 EAN
0849430016065
Black - 25.4 MPN
27847
Black - 31.8 UPC
849430015655
Black - 31.8 EAN
0849430015655
Black - 31.8 MPN
27658
Tree Fort ID:
333222358214
Review Summary
LIKES
Strength (5),
Comfort (9),
Finish (5),
Hold Variety (1),
Great Shape (7),
Leverage (4)
WORKS FOR
Cross Country (4),
Commuting (6),
Trail (5),
Epic Rides (2),
Adventure Rides (5)
DISLIKES
none
4.9 GEARS
12 reviews
12 reviews
Customer Questions
Q.
asked by: a guest
What is the length of the straight part of the stem clamping area?
What is the length of the straight part of the stem clamping area?
A.
anwered by: jackivey
I just measured one, and it is about 200mm. Thanks
I just measured one, and it is about 200mm. Thanks
Q.
asked by: a guest
Is it possible to trim off some of the width of these bars? If so how much?
Is it possible to trim off some of the width of these bars? If so how much?
Q.
asked by: a guest
do you carry any bars like this but W I D E R? Like 700mm or more?
do you carry any bars like this but W I D E R? Like 700mm or more?
Q.
asked by: a guest
What's the length of the straight grip area?
What's the length of the straight grip area?
Q.
asked by: a guest
Will these work on my Salsa Blackborow?
Will these work on my Salsa Blackborow?
Q.
asked by: a guest
will ultegra (3 years old) brifters fit on these?
will ultegra (3 years old) brifters fit on these?
Q.
asked by: firechuckh
Can I squeeze my Shimano bar end shifters into these?
Can I squeeze my Shimano bar end shifters into these?
Q.
asked by: a guest
What is the I.D. at the ends?
What is the I.D. at the ends?
Q.
asked by: a guest
Good morning, I have a Jamis Coda Sport bike. Can I get the bars in steel?..Thanks
Good morning, I have a Jamis Coda Sport bike. Can I get the bars in steel?..Thanks
Q.
asked by: a guest
Will the Soma Clarence Bar work with grip shifters?
Will the Soma Clarence Bar work with grip shifters?
Q.
asked by: a guest
what is the actual weight of this Clarence black 25.4 handlebar?
what is the actual weight of this Clarence black 25.4 handlebar?
Q.
asked by: a guest
good for a windy commute ?
good for a windy commute ?
A.
anwered by: canteau
The Soma Clarence Bars are going to put you in a more up right position if you use the same stem that is on your bike. This will increase drag slowing you down.
For windy conditions I would recommend a pursuit bar such as the Nitto RB-21.
The Soma Clarence Bars are going to put you in a more up right position if you use the same stem that is on your bike. This will increase drag slowing you down.
For windy conditions I would recommend a pursuit bar such as the Nitto RB-21.
Customer Reviews
5
May 10, 2011
reviewed by: A Guest
Very comfortable. Used with Ergon grips. They are wider then I am used to but once I get riding a few miles I forget about that. The bars have good room for brakes, grips and my Rohloff shifter
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vote5
July 14, 2016
reviewed by: creative08
I put these on my rigid ss Stumpjumper and they're awesome, it feels like a new bike! I was having major wrist pain with my straight bar and it's totally gone now. Also, the steering feels very controlled and responsive while providing incredible leverage for out of the saddle climbs. I did add a slightly longer stem to compensate for the sweep but other than that they were plug and play.
5
August 13, 2011
reviewed by: kitjohnston
If you like the On-One Mary bar, but have difficulty finding it, then this is the bar for you. I will stick with the Clarence bars anyway since it is domestic.
5
September 06, 2010
reviewed by: ulynealod
Very comfortable bar. I replaced my low-rise mtb bar with Clarence. Feels weird referring to a handlebar in human terms, but it has more personality than the last one; steering feels much more 'connected' and responsive now. The hand/arm position feels more natural, as Soma predicts. Cable housings came up a little short since this bar is wider than my old Bontrager, so I had to replace those to maintain correct cable routing. I have only ridden bikepaths so far, so we'll see if it's the bees knees on trails. I like it.
5
June 27, 2010
reviewed by: A Guest
These are great bars.
I have another bike with a pair of Mary One
Bars . These cost less and are the same exact shape. I have them on a road commuter and a trail bike!
5
March 31, 2012
reviewed by: A Guest
I installed these SOMA Clarence bars on my 2011 Jamis Coda sport commuter. These are much more comfortable than the stock flatbars though a little on the wide side. One thing to keep in mind is that these bars are only available in one clamp size and shims may be needed. Build and finish quality are excellent, and they look cool too!
5
December 31, 2014
reviewed by: sjtodd
Installed these in 31.8 model on my Trek Excaliber. I ride mostly on smooth trails and paths and plan on some dirt road style touring as well. I, like many other reviewers, found standard straight style MTB bars to have an uncomfortable hand position. I found when mounting on the same stem, replacing the almost flat bars which came on the bike, the reach was very similar but the hand position hand position was much more comfortable with the 40 degree sweep angle. I wish they were a bit longer, but will likely get used to the length.
5
May 07, 2012
reviewed by: Charlesdye
Haven't had the chance to test them on my most technical ride yet, but on my winter commute, and now on some epic double-track rides, these bars were fabulous. Far more comfortable than NorthRoad/Albatross or straight-ish carbon riser bars, I think this bend/rise is the sweet spot for all-around "mountain" biking. I found them a bit wide for sneaking through traffic in town, but the width feels perfect off-pavement. Also, I disagree that the bend allows you to use your current stem, I found using a stem 2cm shorter (than what I used with straighter riser bars) gave me the same zippy feel that I like in a stem/bar combo.
Bikes I've used this bar on: '92 Miyata RidgeRunner "Kid-Hauler", '08 Niner MCR & '11 Vassago Bandersnatch.
5
July 08, 2020
reviewed by: mattjoe
Extremely comfortable bars. I tend to buy the ergonomic angled bars and these are up there with my favorites. I bought a white pair and the paint came off very easily, which made it look cheaper than it actually is. The angle git my Ultegra brifters perfectly.
5
June 02, 2015
reviewed by: A Guest
If you once rode with the On One Mary Bar and really liked its hand positioning then you will like this bar too as it is essentially the same shape, rise, sweep, etc.
4
March 27, 2018
reviewed by: A Guest
I am really happy that I bought these handlebars. I put them on my rigid SS and I feel like the hand position is much more comfortable. I did lose a little bit of the rise but having my hands at a slight angle is much more ergonomic. I mainly use these for light single track but I feel like you can use these for pretty much anything but down hill.
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