{"product_id":"raceface-era-carbon-handlebar","title":"Race Face Era Carbon Handlebar –  (MTB \/ eMTB)","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"186\" data-end=\"309\"\u003eThe Race Face Era Carbon handlebar is built around a very specific goal—reducing rider fatigue without sacrificing control.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"311\" data-end=\"556\"\u003eRather than simply making a stiff carbon bar, Race Face developed what they call a \u003cstrong data-start=\"394\" data-end=\"420\"\u003e“Goldilocks” (GL) tune\u003c\/strong\u003e, balancing stiffness and compliance to absorb trail chatter while maintaining precise steering. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"558\" data-end=\"889\"\u003eThis becomes particularly important on modern trail bikes and eMTBs. Increased bike weight, higher speeds, and longer descents all amplify vibration through the front end. The Era bar is designed to manage that—reducing arm pump and improving comfort over time without feeling vague or soft. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"891\" data-end=\"1122\"\u003eThe 800mm width and 40mm rise combination is a strong modern setup. Wider bars increase leverage and control, while the higher rise helps position the rider more upright—improving comfort on climbs and stability on steeper terrain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1124\" data-end=\"1377\"\u003eConstruction-wise, the bar uses \u003cstrong data-start=\"1156\" data-end=\"1223\"\u003euni-directional carbon with a tuned layup specific to each size\u003c\/strong\u003e, ensuring consistent ride feel across different widths and rises rather than relying on riders cutting bars down. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1379\" data-end=\"1542\"\u003eThe result is a cockpit upgrade that you don’t necessarily notice immediately—but over longer rides, it significantly reduces fatigue and improves overall control.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1j5qwet\" data-start=\"1549\" data-end=\"1568\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1552\" data-end=\"1568\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1569\" data-end=\"2244\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1kiijpb\" data-start=\"1569\" data-end=\"1678\"\u003eUD carbon construction with tuned layup for strength and compliance \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"zbi21q\" data-start=\"1679\" data-end=\"1773\"\u003e“GL Tune” balance of stiffness and vibration damping \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1uqj1pa\" data-start=\"1774\" data-end=\"1860\"\u003eDesigned to reduce arm pump and hand fatigue \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"12e7glm\" data-start=\"1861\" data-end=\"1911\"\u003e800mm width for increased control and leverage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"g2kx9s\" 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Insight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2286\" data-end=\"2378\"\u003eThis is one of the most meaningful cockpit upgrades you can make—especially for eMTB riders.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2380\" data-end=\"2401\"\u003eMost riders focus on:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2402\" data-end=\"2432\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"z8kcwb\" data-start=\"2402\" data-end=\"2411\"\u003eforks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1wcz7k7\" data-start=\"2412\" data-end=\"2422\"\u003eshocks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"temzwh\" data-start=\"2423\" data-end=\"2432\"\u003etyres\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2434\" data-end=\"2477\"\u003e…but overlook what’s happening at the bars.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2479\" data-end=\"2497\"\u003eWith eMTB, you’re:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2498\" data-end=\"2569\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"nzl096\" data-start=\"2498\" data-end=\"2515\"\u003eriding longer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"4wvwxt\" data-start=\"2516\" data-end=\"2537\"\u003edescending faster\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"pe368x\" data-start=\"2538\" data-end=\"2569\"\u003edealing with more vibration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2571\" data-end=\"2605\"\u003eA poorly tuned bar setup leads to:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2606\" data-end=\"2669\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"67l7da\" data-start=\"2606\" data-end=\"2618\"\u003earm pump\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"ww54zq\" data-start=\"2619\" data-end=\"2635\"\u003ehand fatigue\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"5kuqhl\" data-start=\"2636\" data-end=\"2669\"\u003ereduced control late in rides\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2671\" data-end=\"2707\"\u003eThe Era bar addresses that directly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2709\" data-end=\"2819\"\u003eIt’s not about making the bar “soft”—it’s about removing unnecessary harshness while keeping steering precise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2821\" data-end=\"2966\"\u003ePaired with the right grips (like your Ergon GDH or Peaty’s Monarch), this becomes a \u003cstrong data-start=\"2906\" data-end=\"2943\"\u003ehigh-performance front-end system\u003c\/strong\u003e, not just a component.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"6dac48\" data-start=\"2973\" data-end=\"2992\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2976\" data-end=\"2992\"\u003eFit \u0026amp; Sizing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2993\" data-end=\"3137\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"dmk2q6\" data-start=\"2993\" data-end=\"3038\"\u003eWidth: 800mm (can be trimmed if required)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"ksi0y5\" data-start=\"3039\" data-end=\"3094\"\u003eRise: 40mm (suited to modern trail \/ eMTB geometry)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"2a67if\" data-start=\"3095\" data-end=\"3110\"\u003eClamp: 35mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"27cwa\" data-start=\"3111\" data-end=\"3137\"\u003eSweep: 8° back \/ 5° up\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3139\" data-end=\"3160\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3139\" data-end=\"3160\"\u003eGeneral guidance:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"3161\" data-end=\"3271\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1deyp0j\" data-start=\"3161\" data-end=\"3202\"\u003e800mm → maximum stability and control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1ht7p7x\" data-start=\"3203\" data-end=\"3271\"\u003e40mm rise → better for steeper terrain and more upright position\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3273\" data-end=\"3407\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"3273\" data-end=\"3285\"\u003eImportant:\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"3285\" data-end=\"3288\"\u003eMax stem clamp width is 60mm—\u003cstrong 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