{"product_id":"darimo-ellipse-gravel-carbon-handlebar","title":"Darimo - Ellipse Gravel Carbon Handlebar","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA 500mm gravel handlebar with genuine off-road control at a published weight of just 187g.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Darimo Ellipse Gravel gives you more leverage across loose, rough and technical terrain without adding the usual weight of an extra-wide gravel cockpit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eRather than using heavily flared drops, Darimo makes the entire handlebar 500mm wide. Your hands remain in a more natural alignment while you gain the stability and steering control of a significantly wider position.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"background:#f3f3f3; padding:16px 18px; margin:20px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e500mm wide. Reinforced for gravel. Still only 187g.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eMore control without a heavy front end\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe 500mm width gives you more leverage when the surface becomes loose, steep or unpredictable. It makes it easier to settle the bike beneath you and hold your line through rougher terrain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAt just 187g, the Ellipse Gravel delivers that control without turning the front of a premium gravel build into a weight penalty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWide rather than heavily flared\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMany gravel handlebars create their extra width by pushing the drops sharply outwards. The Ellipse Gravel takes a different approach.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIts wide, non-flared shape keeps the hoods and drops aligned more naturally while providing the broader stance needed for demanding gravel riding. The compact 77mm reach and 128mm drop also keep the controls and drops easy to access.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eA dedicated gravel laminate\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Ellipse Gravel is not simply the Road bar stretched to 500mm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDarimo uses a different reinforced carbon laminate developed for more intensive off-road use. Bidirectional and unidirectional carbon layers are positioned by hand according to the load carried by each area of the handlebar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis targeted construction allows Darimo to produce a strong, wide gravel handlebar without covering the entire component in unnecessary carbon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top:8px; margin-bottom:16px; padding-left:20px;\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom:4px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUse:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gravel and cyclocross\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom:4px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Carbon fibre\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom:4px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWidth:\u003c\/strong\u003e 500mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom:4px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMeasurement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Centre to centre\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom:4px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlare:\u003c\/strong\u003e None\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom:4px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReach:\u003c\/strong\u003e 77mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom:4px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDrop:\u003c\/strong\u003e 128mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom:4px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClamp diameter:\u003c\/strong\u003e 31.8mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom:4px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublished weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 187g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom:4px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight tolerance:\u003c\/strong\u003e ±3%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom:4px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSystem weight limit:\u003c\/strong\u003e 110kg including rider, bike and luggage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom:4px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinishes:\u003c\/strong\u003e UD Matte, UD Gloss, 3K Matte or 3K Gloss\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom:4px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCable routing:\u003c\/strong\u003e External underside channels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom:4px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eElectronic routing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Optional Di2 routing holes by request\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom:0;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManufacture:\u003c\/strong\u003e Handmade in Spain\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eStem and bike compatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Ellipse Gravel uses a standard 31.8mm clamp. Darimo recommends a four-bolt stem faceplate with a clamping width no greater than 50mm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe standard handlebar routes brake hoses and gear cables through external channels underneath the bar. It is not designed for bikes that require full internal brake-hose routing through the handlebar and stem.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePair it with the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/darimo-ix2-ix4-ultralight-carbon-stems\"\u003eDarimo IX2 or IX4 Carbon Stem\u003c\/a\u003e to build a complete ultralight split cockpit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePrefer conventional road widths? See the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/darimo-ellipse-road-carbon-handlebar\"\u003eDarimo Ellipse Road Carbon Handlebar\u003c\/a\u003e from just 121g.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"background:#f3f3f3; padding:14px 16px; margin:10px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"font-weight:600; cursor:pointer;\"\u003eWhy is the Ellipse Gravel 500mm wide?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:12px 0 0;\"\u003eThe extra width provides more leverage and steering control across loose, rough and technical terrain. It gives the rider a broader, more stable position without relying on heavily flared drops.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"background:#e9e9e9; padding:14px 16px; margin:10px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"font-weight:600; cursor:pointer;\"\u003eIs the handlebar flared?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:12px 0 0;\"\u003eNo. The Ellipse Gravel uses a wide 500mm shape with no flare. This keeps the hands more naturally aligned through the hoods and drops.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"background:#f3f3f3; padding:14px 16px; margin:10px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"font-weight:600; cursor:pointer;\"\u003eIs this just a wider Ellipse Road?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:12px 0 0;\"\u003eNo. It shares the Road bar’s compact geometry, but the Gravel version uses a different reinforced laminate developed for more demanding off-road use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"background:#e9e9e9; padding:14px 16px; margin:10px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"font-weight:600; cursor:pointer;\"\u003eIs 187g the exact finished weight?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:12px 0 0;\"\u003eIt is Darimo’s published benchmark with a tolerance of ±3%. Carbon finish and any requested custom reinforcement can affect the final weight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"background:#f3f3f3; padding:14px 16px; margin:10px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"font-weight:600; cursor:pointer;\"\u003eDoes it have internal brake-hose routing?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:12px 0 0;\"\u003eNo. The standard bar uses external underside channels for brake hoses and gear cables. Optional holes can be added for internal electronic-shifting cables.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"background:#e9e9e9; padding:14px 16px; margin:10px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"font-weight:600; cursor:pointer;\"\u003eWhat is the system weight limit?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:12px 0 0;\"\u003eThe standard limit is 110kg including rider, bike and luggage. Darimo can manufacture a more heavily reinforced custom version when required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"background:#f3f3f3; padding:14px 16px; margin:10px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"font-weight:600; cursor:pointer;\"\u003eWill it suit every gravel bike?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:12px 0 0;\"\u003eIt suits bikes using a separate 31.8mm stem and compatible external hose routing. Bikes designed exclusively around proprietary or fully internal cockpits require a compatibility check.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"background:#e9e9e9; padding:14px 16px; margin:10px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"font-weight:600; cursor:pointer;\"\u003eDoes it require professional installation?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:12px 0 0;\"\u003eYes. The Ellipse Gravel must be installed using compatible clamps, carbon assembly paste, the supplied instructions and the specified torque settings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"background:#111; color:#fff; padding:18px 20px; margin-top:22px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 6px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMore control. Far less handlebar.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0;\"\u003eChoose your carbon finish and build a lighter gravel cockpit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Darimo","offers":[{"title":"UD Matte","offer_id":58789811617952,"sku":null,"price":699.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"UD Gloss","offer_id":58789811650720,"sku":null,"price":699.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"3K Matte","offer_id":58789811683488,"sku":null,"price":699.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"3K Gloss","offer_id":58789811716256,"sku":null,"price":699.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0456\/0112\/8608\/files\/Darimo-Carbon-Ellipse-Gravel-Handlebar_e53a6894-9fdf-4b1a-b983-8d40e354674a.jpg?v=1788227236","url":"https:\/\/bspokevelo.com.au\/products\/darimo-ellipse-gravel-carbon-handlebar","provider":"Bspoke Velo","version":"1.0","type":"link"}