Trekking - Butterfly Bars

[@toddgrant6133]

Thanks for the demonstration, this is the only video I came through with the actual showing about the handlebar position and realistic usage, especially the flat part shortens the reach and provides a more upright sitting position was really clear and helpful.

[@BradBeaird]

Glad it was helpful

[@aajaanron]

Thanks guys; for every reason you mention - wrist/palm pain, neck ache... - I've been scanning for reviews on various hbars. I think the loopbars are too strict so these are the best option. Just needed some answers on how they may affect those issues above and I found it all here. Very much appreciated, I'll sub for that alone!

[@BradBeaird]

Thanks for watching.

[@StormLaker]

I did these on my Hybrid bike I used to have. They look funny, but hey are very comfortable- and perfect for those of us who use our bikes to get to work and back and ride longer distances. Very confortable and I like that they give me plenty of room for accessories. My "new to me" bike is a 90's era steel mountain bike, which has the old twist-style shifters, which will pose a slight challenge for me in mounting with ergo grips and room for the brake levers, but I am hoping the shifter/brakes will eventually get replaced with new rapid-fire style shifters as I modify this bike into a solid commuting/touring bike.

[@BradBeaird]

Agreed!

[@clearprop]

Just bought some butterfly bars for my tourer here in the UK and this was useful. Thank you!

[@BradBeaird]

Glad it was helpful. Hope you enjoy the new bars!

[@keaixiaomeinv]

This is such a wholesome video, love the banter.

[@BradBeaird]

Glad you enjoyed it haha.

[@bikinbeyondboundaries4716]

I've been using this style of bar now for a few months but have not yet really taken any long rides over 25 miles or more. At first I was stumped as well about mirrors as I've always used Myrracle MTB Bar End mirrors. Just recently I compared a few different bar mounted mirrors by both Hafny and Meachow and found that they both make a pretty decent mirror for this type of bar. If you haven't yet found a mirror yet that works for you with this type of handlebar, then check out either of these brands on Amazon. Now I'm getting ready to tape my bars up thicker so that I have a more comfortable hold on them for longer rides. Thanks for the video. Happy trails.

[@tardigrada6000]

im binging your channel !!! so happy to have found you. love when you talk to your friends!!!

[@BradBeaird]

Glad you are enjoying it!

[@phatmeow7764]

Compared to flatbars for long dsitance cycling these butterfly bars are heaven! I use tried/tested MTB parts/shifters anyway and can't really get comfy wif drops haha

[@BradBeaird]

Yep lots of hand positions to try out :)

[@zero2dad644]

I currently have a totally flat bar on my Carrera Gryphon Hybrid with a straight 100mm stem. For me it's too sporty for me now that I use this bike for leisure / gravel and trail riding. I had contemplated going for a Butterfly style bar and it does have me tempted to give it a go! But I think I'll try my initial idea to use a ON-ONE GEOFF HANDLEBAR (similar but cheaper than a jones bar) with a riser stem with only 40mm distance to the stem. I noticed the adjustable stem which I did consider but a lot of other cycling KZbinrs say they are not any good. I wondered what your experience is with them as you mount a decent amount of weight on them? Now a subscriber!

[@BradBeaird]

Our experience has been that they are a great way to test and try varying angles to see what works best for you fit wise. Once you have that figured out, you can search and find a fixed stem that meets the angle requirements you like. Long term you can use the adjustable and it will usually handle the weight ok, but you will find micro movements and sometimes noise/squeaks come from them. You just can't hardly beat it however to find out what you like in handlebar position.

[@zero2dad644]

@@BradBeaird Cheers for the awesome advice I think I will buy an adjustable one as I really dont know my perfect setup yet.

[@kilsbyritchie]

this helped me out make a choice to go for trekking bars thank you

[@BradBeaird]

Ritchie Kilsby glad it was helpful

[@isisdaddy1]

Got an order arriving in a few days. Putting them on a 29er

[@BradBeaird]

Hope you love them!

[@LandTorpedo69]

I bought some bullhorn handlebars for my hybrid bike and later realized that my gear shifter don’t fit onto it. The guy in the bike store suggested a butterfly bar so I’ll try to get it set up and see if I like it.

[@BradBeaird]

Hope it works out for you!

[@richardwaring8613]

My bike is a hybrid with a shorter grip tube which forces a more upright riding position. I used the original stem which had very little forward reach. This was changed very quickly as my knee clipped my bar in a sharp turn and almost brought me off. Butterfly bars are fantastic, no more lower back pain, but I do think they need a stem with some reach due to my 'almost' accident.

[@richardwaring8613]

Apologies, auto correct decided top tube became 'grip' tube. Anyhow butterfly bars are an excellent example of something that is tourist-friendly rather than being de-tuned racer design.

[@BradBeaird]

Great feedback. Thanks for sharing and watching the video.

[@marksadventures3889]

There are mirrors that are fixed on the bars like some lights with straps which are good as you can remove them when in lest trustful neighbourhoods. I don't like the bar ends mirrors - experience had them as a fail - they get damaged and or fall out.

[@massoud999]

I liked this video a lot. Thanks for sharing

[@BradBeaird]

massoud999 thanks!

[@recyclespinning9839]

Neck pain might be from having to tip your head up higher to see through your glass. I have glasses and notices if they ride down my nose I end up having to tip my neck up too much. I am going to try little pads that hold my glasses up higher so I am looking through my glasses... just a thought.

[@BradBeaird]

Good feedback. Thanks!

[@aurboda]

hi, putting rubber bands (twisted over several times) can be a quick fix for glasses riding down

[@aurboda]

other than that, I've found that wearing a mask stops them riding down as well, even with sweaty temples

[@KandiKlover]

There are athletic/tactical eyeglass frames for that.

[@donquixotito1421]

Nice video. Thanks a lot. How do you feel with the stem straight up?

[@BradBeaird]

It's just whatever bike fit works for you. Wasn't a problem.

[@cristianioanalexandru4123]

hi. can you insert the link, where did you buy this model? or how can I find it on the internet Thanks

[@BradBeaird]

There are lots of different models/styles but here is one: amzn.to/3mas9mb

[@TheKernowcowboy]

Useful video, thanks!

[@BradBeaird]

Glad it was helpful!

[@tobins6800]

I had those on a Novara, I did not like them. I couldn't get comfortable on them. I was able to stick a Revelate feedbag inside the loops and used the 3 loops and left the bottom snap off.

[@BradBeaird]

Yeah it is interesting how many different bar options there are and how everyone likes different things.

[@tobins6800]

@@BradBeaird if you get the chance, try the Jones H bars.

[@fatman7100]

What is your opinion on BMX handlebar on MBT?

[@BradBeaird]

Never tried it....

[@chandrashekarmudhol2460]

I have also bought butterfly bars . Which tape grips fits for the best performance .

[@BradBeaird]

We normally just use regular grip tape and sometimes double wrap.

[@chandrashekarmudhol2460]

Brad Beaird 🙏🏼 Thank you I bought BBB ‘s foam grip

[@1uniqueislander968]

My butterfly bars just came in today 😁 Sure will help with my carpal tunnel.

[@BradBeaird]

Can't wait to see the video!

[@petermccullagh4612]

Great video lads, very comprehensive and informative. Though i think you overlooked the real inovation on this bike. So just one question ....Is that a baseball bat??

[@BradBeaird]

Wiffelball bat actually: For hitting rocks and nuts etc on rest stops 😉

[@pgreenx]

@@BradBeaird Maybe for dogs or bears too.....Would like to see how you mounted that

[@ryansantos6074]

I have these bars on my bike they are awesome, the only issue is attaching rear view mirrors.

[@BradBeaird]

You might consider something like this: amzn.to/2YY2Yrk and just mount either where there is no handlebar tape, or mount and then wrap tape. That's the way my buddy has his setup.

[@46ace]

Nice job guys!

[@BradBeaird]

magnus pym thank you!

[@MaxStevenson-ih5ji]

I love how these look but moving the brakes inboard like that makes tha bike alot less stable. Anyone have these but with the brakes set out more to the outside?

[@BradBeaird]

I've personally only seen them inboard.

[@cheenu3]

How did you make the fork end (above the stem mount point) so high?

[@BradBeaird]

Adjustable stem.

[@cheenu3]

@@BradBeaird Is there a stem riser? If so, mind sharing make/model or link to product.

[@BradBeaird]

@@cheenu3 It's adjustable stem similar to this one: amzn.to/2VJuHfT

[@friarrodneyburnap4336]

How can you mount Stem bags on Butterfly Handlebars?

[@chesteruk]

Ortlieb make an extension for their handlebar bag bracket. Hope that helps

[@friarrodneyburnap4336]

Can you tell us how you mount the fed bags with Trekking Bars?

[@tobins6800]

I used all 3 velcro loops. I was still able to get my hands around everywhere. Alas, the bars were not comfortable for me

[@jakobw135]

How does this compare to the ERGON grips?

[@BradBeaird]

Definitely more hand positions but I’d say harder to mount accessories it seems.

[@TheTacomadm18]

Do u guys carry a pump if so what make. Thx

[@BradBeaird]

I do and in fact, plan to make a video about it. It is the Topeak Road Morph G Mini. Link here: amzn.to/2rSWjlf

[@rdn658]

nice

[@BradBeaird]

Thanks

[@pandaguan]

The way he set it up, the location of the main handle, is just like having a short straight bar with a short stem. And, as he said, he's only using the parts that has bar tape. He might as well just get a regular straight bar with fat bar ends.

[@sanctums]

What kind of stem is that?

[@BradBeaird]

It was purchased and installed at the LBS but I'm pretty sure it is the Zoom 80-130 degree 105mm. Link here: amzn.to/2sHQNPV

[@randygeyer4730]

Mondolo bars?

[@BradBeaird]

I'm not familiar with that particular brand although I know they do make a trekking bar.

[@fmc6338]

Love my b bars

[@BradBeaird]

I continue to hear that from many, many people!

[@fmc6338]

I am an older rider and b bars are perfect if you are starting to have trouble with arthritis ans other age related pains.

[@BradBeaird]

That is great to know. It's very helpful to get this type of feedback as we continue to age to know what options are available to keep us on the bike as long as possible. Thank you!

[@friarrodneyburnap4336]

Butterflies are the best...

[@BradBeaird]

Awesome aren't they?

[@romanschol8525]

Doesnt it flex in uphill?👀

[@BradBeaird]

No not really.

[@Rocky-hw9dv]

Its not your technique its your weight

[@myfrequencies1912]

That's extra fuel for the ride mate.