Scratch & Dent - Kitchen Sink Handlebar
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Description
What is a Redshift "Scratch and Dent" product:
That means that for whatever reason, this particular product didn’t live up to our high standard of quality, but is still perfectly safe to ride - and therefore available to you for a discount!
There may be a cosmetic issue, damage to the outer packaging, or the product was installed on a bike to test fit or take some photos. Often times these products are completely new!
Scratch and Dent products are not available in the UK, EU, AUS, JPN, and CAN. Additionally, you can not apply discounts to Scratch and Dent products.
NOTE: Physical performance & durability are not compromised in any way. So all Scratch and Dent products are still covered by our lifetime warranty, however ALL SALES ARE FINAL, and our 90 Day Risk Free Trial does not apply.
Product Description: For the rider that wants to go everywhere, the Kitchen Sink Handlebar is the bar that has everything. With widths from 44 cm up to 53 cm, it's clear we believe in wide. But the added stability and control of a wider bar should not come at the cost of comfort. So we've thrown everything into this handlebar:
• 20mm RISE means less pressure on the hands and a broad range of fit options.
• 7° SWEEP means the bar is positioned where your hands want to be, whether you're on the flats, the hoods or the drops.
• 25° FLARE on a compact drop means a stable, aerodynamic drop position that is actually comfortable enough to use.
• Optional endurance loop adds an alternative aerodynamic riding position and a perfect spot for gear storage and mounting accessories.
Paired with the ergonomic Cruise Control Grip System and Really Long Bar Tape, and it's a do-everything bar that redefines drop bar comfort.
Technical Specifications
| Width | 44 cm | 47 cm | 50 cm | 53 cm |
| Weight (base version) | 362 g | 373 g | 383 g | 392g |
| Weight (loop version) | 472 g | 486 g | 497 g | 507g |
| Rise | 20 mm | 20 mm | 20 mm | 20mm |
| Sweep | 7 deg | 7 deg | 7 deg | 7 deg |
| Drop Flare | 25 deg | 25 deg | 25 deg | 25 deg |
| Drop | 110 mm | 110 mm | 110 mm | 110mm |
| Reach | 70 mm | 68 mm | 65 mm | 62 |
| Clamp | 31.8 mm | 31.8 mm | 31.8 mm | 31.8 mm |
| Material | 6061 T6 Aluminum | |||
Instructions
Download Instructions (PDF):
Instructions - Kitchen Sink Handlebar
You can view instructions for the grips on the Cruise Control Grips page here.
Shipping Info
90 day risk free trial & returns
We think wider is better. Particularly when riding off-road, the additional leverage and stability afforded by the wider handlebars dramatically improve handling and control, especially while descending and climbing.
If you're used to riding with a typical road bike drop bar width (38-46cm), we highly suggest trying a wider bar - the difference in effective arm angle is negligible, but the effect on control and comfort is dramatic. If you're concerned about going wider than the common advice to "aim for shoulder width", look at mountain bike handlebars as an example - 76-80cm wide handlebars are common, even though almost nobody has shoulders that wide. Very few people want to go narrower once they've tried a wider bar.
We think wider is better. Particularly when riding off-road, the additional leverage and stability afforded by the wider handlebars dramatically improve handling and control, especially while descending and climbing.
If you're used to riding with a typical road bike drop bar width (38-46cm), we highly suggest trying a wider bar - the difference in effective arm angle is negligible, but the effect on control and comfort is dramatic. If you're concerned about going wider than the common advice to "aim for shoulder width", look at mountain bike handlebars as an example - 76-80cm wide handlebars are common, even though almost nobody has shoulders that wide. Very few people want to go narrower once they've tried a wider bar.
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Spencer
Bought this post because of the AWFUL Chicago streets, and I am overjoyed at it's performance. I love that it is adjustable, feels extremely well-made, and enhances the look of my e-bike. Thank you for such a thoughtful product, my butt especially thanks you. Money well spent!
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William S
This is a great addition to my gravel bike. It took a few adjustments to get the right elastomers but, it definitely smooths out the ride. Will be purchasing a set for my road bike.
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Scott C
This seat post is a game changer!! Absolutely love it on my gravel bike .gonna get one for my hard tail Mtb now
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TD
Love the stem!! It really takes out all the worse bumps from your ride, and on rough trails really did offer a smooth comfortable ride.
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Lawrence C
I hesitated buying this stem wondering would it work, was it a waste of money but I’ve had three off road rides with my new stem and I love it. I usually get pins and needles in my hands after riding for a while but that’s gone now. Added to the comfort is the improved handling on bumpy tracks and roads. I can ride a corrugated road now without feeling like I will get shaken off the bike. Very happy.
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Jim G
I love my Redshift post! I recently had a lumbar contusion and the post has smoothed and cushioned the roads and trails. I’m able to stay on the bike while healing.
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Ian S
After much thought I bought a red shift suspension stem and initial thoughts are that it's good, think they will become standard across all my gravel bikes.
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Stephen H
I just finished my first ride with the Resdhift Shockstop Suspension Stem and I noticed the difference immediately. Having ridden for many years with rigid front ends (I’m 64) I now wish I had discovered this earlier in my life. The chatter that it removes from my wrists, arms and shoulders is easily noticed. This experience has been so good that now I’m considering the seatpost Redshift offers as well. The interesting thing for me is that I’ve promoted and sold these products for years based upon input from others. I just didn’t think I needed one myself. Get yourself one! You’ll never go back.
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Mark G
The shock absorber was easy to install and works as described cuts down on the impact. I recommend it if you're going to do gravel, writing and bumpy bumpy roads
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Karlos R
Wow, once I got the fit dialed on this seat post I thoroughly understood why everyone was upgrading their set ups with these products. Riding a long distances is what I do for fun and for a living and this seatpost made all the difference in the world. Pay attention to the recommended Sag settings as its key to finding comfort and keeping a proper pedaling extension. 10 out of 10 would recommend.
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United StatesNew groove for my old Mtn bike
Fantastic, wide drop bars and the redshift stem transformed my old cross country mtb into a heavy gravel cruse missile !
United StatesNice handlebars!
I bought the scratch and dent kitchen sink handlebars along with the cruise control drop bar grips! The handlebars arrived with no visible blemishes! I installed the bars and the grips and I'm very pleased with the comfort and the many hand positions they allow! I would definitely do it again!
United StatesKitchen sink
These bars really changed the comfort of my bike. I love the amount of back sweep and the drops. I can’t recommend them enough.
United StatesWatch for the Flare
Overall great handlebar, BUT requires adjusting your ride through tight spaces due to the high degree of flare. I've scraped a couple of trees, bollards, etc. thinking I've had enough clearance. Wish for a second design with a choice of bar with less flare.
Redshift Sports
Thanks for the feedback! Wide flared bars do present a bit more area at the front of the bike so worth keeping that in mind when riding in tight spaces. We are also working on a no/low flare version of the bars and hope to have that available later in 2024. Thanks
United States**** as sin and I love it.
I replaced my VO gran cru with the looped version of this bar on my road bike... I was shocked at just how comfortable it was... that 20mm raise was more than expected but the angle of the brake hoods was HUGE how far back they come made it shockingly comfortable to just sit in the drops like no other bar I've ever experienced, I didn't splurge for extra grips but can see how the drops grip would be super useful and comfy. While running into the wind I have used the front loop a bit, I'll likely be tossing a set of these on my touring bike before too long and when I eventually build a gravel bike these will 100% make the cut.
United StatesKitchen Sink Handlebar
Nice! Riding is much more comfortable with the range of hand positions.
