UPDATE: New 12 and 15 Degree Backsweep Models Available Now!
That Unique Feel of Titanium Handlebars
Titanium is a wonderful material for a handlebar. With it’s unparalleled ride and strength, and that unmistakable brushed raw Titanium look, the Roost Titanium handlebar has become famous for a good reason.
The upshot of a Titanium handlebar is that they ride more comfortably than aluminum or carbon handlebars (30% more compliant on average), especially on bigger hits, where they take the sting off. It’s a great compromise; they’re comfortable, but not so flexible that they give a vague steering feel or unpredictable handling.
This bar will look good and ride well on your bike for years to come. Roost bars come in 31.8mm diameter at 800mm wide with 20mm and 30mm rise options. We also have a flat handlebar which is 31.8mm diameter and 780mm width. Roost Titanium handlebars are the very best you can buy for an MTB.
Tested: Most Compliant Handlebar 2024
Our Titanium handlebars scored as the “Best Handlebar for Compliance“ in a recent head-to-head lab test by the folks at BikeRumor. All 3 models were put through the wringer in a lab test by Faction Bike Studios and also subject to a blind trail test.
The Roost Titanium Handlebars scored on average 40% more compliant than carbon and 30% more compliant than aluminum.
“On the trail, this compliance is quite noticeable, particularly when riding them back to back with stiffer bars. They soak up larger hits and impacts much more readily, and they do, in fact, provide an overall higher level of comfort.” – BikeRumor
Revised Design and Multiple Rise Options
In 2023 we added a flat bar as well as a 20mm rise version to the lineup. The logos are now lazer marked to make them last for ages. We also added a sandblasted section to the clamping area to increase stem grip.
New Backsweep Options
We have now designed, tested and launched our new 12 and 15 degree backweep versions with 30mm rise. These options allow for a more relaxed hand position compared to the standard 9 degree backsweep. This is a perfect option for those long endurance rides, bikepacking adventures or for riders with existing wrist injuries or who just prefer a more relaxed position.
Designed and Made to Last
Our Roost Titanium Handlebar is designed and tested to pass ISO4210 standard which involves fatigue testing of 100,000 applications at 450N of force downwards and upwards + 270N torsional force.
Titanium handlebars are known to be tough and long lasting – Ti is highly resistant to damage making them tough enough to withstand some big stacks. You can also remove most scratches with a few rubs from a scotch brite pad to return them to the brushed finish.
Never Worry About Scratches
A scotch brite pad makes quick work removing scratches, rub marks or any parts that look untidy after a season of riding. The pad will remove most of the grime that sits in the surface of the metal and effectively return the original brushed finish.
Go Full Ti with a Roost Stem
Complete the look with a Roost Dominator stem in 35mm or 42.5mm length. Our Titanium stems have been designed for stiffness and to suit our Ti handlebars as a matching pair.
Because our stem is machined out of a single block of Titanium, as oppose to most which are made from welded Ti tubes, it is much stiffer and gives you more of a confident feel to your steering while the handlebars give you the compliance you need to dampen vibrations.
Check out our Titanium Stems here!
Chosen by Rad People: Montanus Bikepacking Builds
We’re super proud to see our titanium handlebars out there doing the hardest work on some amazing rigs. The boys from Montanus choose our Roost Titanium Handlebars, Titanium stem and our pedals for their builds.
Check out their bike build video and write up here:
Chosen by Rad People: Steve from hardtail Party
Steve loves our Titanium Handlebars too! Check out what he has to say in this quick review.
Titanium Handlebars Holding Lots of Stuff
Get ready for some lush visuals as the Montanus team saddle up on another epic ride and film adventure. Watch as they ride the “Ring of Fire” by the Chilean Andes.
See the video here:
Why No 35mm Clamp?
We don’t have a 35mm clamp version. This is due to the thickness of the material piping where the stretched clamp section can become too thin to make the 35mm clamp. It can be done but it’s not safe enough for us and won’t pass our tests – be careful if you do find one! It also makes the handlebar much stiffer and you lose some of the compliance.
Which Rise and Backsweep is Best for Me?
Rise and backsweep are very personal choices – but if you’re reading this then you probably have not used many different types and/or don’t have personal preference. So here is some general guidance:
Rise: Generally, a higher rise (30mm) gives you a more relaxed riding position. This is preferred by long-distance bike-packing riders as well as those who need some extra room to move around the bike—such as enduro, downhill, and trail riders. A lower rise (flat bar) is generally more helpful for climbing, so it is popular with XC riders and those who like a more aggressive over-the-bar position.
Backsweep: Until now, all of our bars have had a 9-degree backsweep (5 degrees on the flat bar). This is the most common back sweep, and if you are riding with the bars that came with your bike, most likely, it is 9 degrees. A bigger backsweep gives you a more natural hand position and can help reduce hand and wrist fatigue. This is a perfect option for long endurance rides, bikepacking adventures or for riders with existing wrist injuries or who just prefer a more relaxed position. For aggressive trails, the 9-degree standard gives more direct control.
