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Going Oversized?

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    grnhrnt
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    What are the advantages/disadvantages of going oversized w/ your Handlebars?

    Advantages:
    -Looks good
    -Stiffer, less flexing

    Disadvantages:

    -more expensive?
    -heavier
    -you'll also have to get an oversized stem (which is also heavier)

    What else? Is it a safety issue, specially for the carbon oversized bars?

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  2. capwater
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    I'd say the big plus is the stiffer bar. OS seems to be emerging as the standard.

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