that a handlebar get replaced every year or two...
obviously, I get the concept - i.e. that bars are high stress components with major consequences from a failure for the rider (I like my teeth in my mouth, not scattered across the trail)
but I'm curious whether this is a remnant of bike components of old, or if this is still very relevant. I've never broken a bar, nor do I know anyone who has. Anyone have different experiences? Real data? What's your practice?
obviously, I get the concept - i.e. that bars are high stress components with major consequences from a failure for the rider (I like my teeth in my mouth, not scattered across the trail)
but I'm curious whether this is a remnant of bike components of old, or if this is still very relevant. I've never broken a bar, nor do I know anyone who has. Anyone have different experiences? Real data? What's your practice?