Bicycle handlebar#Bar ends

Barends (from English bar ends ) are rectangular upright end pieces of a bicycle handlebar. Advantageously, the colloquial " bar ends " mentioned parts in particular for mountain journeys, so these parts are often grown or retrofitted on mountain bikes and trekking bikes.

Designs

Barends are available in straight or slightly curved or angled shape. They are fixed by external or internal clamp on the right and left end of the tube of the handlebar.

Ergonomics

Due to the possibility of changing the handle position, the muscles and the wrist can be relieved by Barends especially on long trips. The handle position also shifts the focus of the driver, what pain and cramping also prevents.

Driving technique

Bar ends provide better power transmission - about when on the pedals - and more control, for example, in sharp bends. In order not to increase the weight of the bike too much, Barends be kept as small and lightweight ( less than 100 grams per pair).