{"product_id":"toot-harper-bunch-bars","title":"Toot Harper bunch bars 2027","description":"\u003cdiv data-widget_type=\"qi_addons_for_elementor_section_title.default\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-id=\"b6ecef8\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-b6ecef8 elementor-widget elementor-widget-qi_addons_for_elementor_section_title\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"elementor-widget-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"qodef-shortcode qodef-m  qodef-qi-section-title  qodef-decoration--italic  qodef-link--underline-draw qodef-subtitle-icon--left\"\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"qodef-m-title\"\u003eWhy Track Handlebars Needed Rethinking\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"qodef-m-text\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003eTraditional track handlebars force compromise. You choose stack and reach based on stem length and angle, then adapt your position to what the handlebar allows. Wrong order.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e2027 regulations introduced width limitations that further constrained design options. Most manufacturers responded by simply narrowing existing geometries. We saw an opportunity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003eWhat if the handlebar adapted to the athlete instead of the other way around?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-widget_type=\"spacer.default\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-id=\"9bb2f23\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-9bb2f23 elementor-widget elementor-widget-spacer\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"elementor-widget-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"elementor-spacer\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"elementor-spacer-inner\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-widget_type=\"qi_addons_for_elementor_section_title.default\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-id=\"ad3b0e7\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-ad3b0e7 elementor-widget elementor-widget-qi_addons_for_elementor_section_title\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"elementor-widget-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"qodef-shortcode qodef-m  qodef-qi-section-title  qodef-decoration--italic  qodef-link--underline-draw qodef-subtitle-icon--left\"\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"qodef-m-title\"\u003eA patented solution to improve control and stability\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"qodef-m-text\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003eHARPER's patent-pending parametric system allows continuous adjustment of hand position relative to stem clamping area while maintaining structural integrity and safety without connection bolts and aerodynamic efficiency.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow it works:\u003c\/strong\u003e The BWS design - necessary for madison grip - becomes a parametric element. Distance between upper and lower planes can be optimized per athlete without changing stem size or angle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eResult:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc space-y-2.5 pl-7\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003eSame stem geometry fits multiple positions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003eStack and reach independently adjustable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003eMaintains consistent structural characteristics\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-widget_type=\"heading.default\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-id=\"e1922a8\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-e1922a8 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"elementor-widget-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-medium\"\u003eFULLY UCI COMPLIANT 2027 VERSION AVALABLE\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-widget_type=\"heading.default\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-id=\"8fcd69a\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-8fcd69a elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"elementor-widget-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-medium\"\u003eFight for your minds.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-widget_type=\"heading.default\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-id=\"79bde7b\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-79bde7b elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"elementor-widget-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\"\u003e2027 UCI legal track handlebars. A parametric patented design made in carbon fiber or 3D printed. Another radical revolution by TOOT Engineering team for those chasing dreams and wanting to make them real.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"qodef-m-title\"\u003eThe Boxes\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"qodef-m-text\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe cockpit which comprises the handlebar and the stem must be able to fit entirely within\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ethe template formed by five rectangular boxes and the compensation triangles\u003c\/strong\u003e as shown by the diagram. The boxes must be placed in the plane orthogonal to the axis of the steerer\u003cbr\u003etube, passing through the highest point of the stem.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0049\/2699\/6583\/files\/IMG_3629.jpg?v=1778062240\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"qodef-m-title\"\u003eWithin the rules, beyond the limits.\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"qodef-m-text\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003eHARPER designed for UCI 2027 track handlebar regulations (Article 1.3.022).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003eKey requirements:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc space-y-2.5 pl-7\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003eBox geometry constraints (5-box template)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003eWidth limitations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003eCross-section dimensions (10mm minimum)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003eMultiple elements configuration (max 2 elements as allowed in rules)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003eHARPER meets all dimensional and geometric requirements as written in regulations. Compliance drawings available for technical review\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0049\/2699\/6583\/files\/IMG_3630.jpg?v=1778062307\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"qodef-m-title\"\u003eThe sections\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"qodef-m-text\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn addition, all handlebars must conform to the following:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- The maximum dimension of the cross section of the handlebars is 80 \/ 65 mm for track,\u003cbr\u003e- The maximum dimension of the cross section of the stem is 80 mm\u003cbr\u003e- The minimum dimension of the cross section of all fork accessory is 10 mm\u003cbr\u003e- Two isosceles compensation triangles with two 40 mm sides are authorised at the\u003cbr\u003ejoints between the stem and the handlebars.\u003cbr\u003e- The minimum overall width of handlebars, measured from outside to outside, is 350 mm for track\u003cbr\u003e- The maximum dimension from the external extremity of the handlebar and the internal\u003cbr\u003eextremity of the same side of the handlebar shall not exceed 80 mm for track.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMultiple elements are authorized for the stem, the traditional handlebars and base bars.\u003cbr\u003eIndividual tubes and multiple tubes have to respect the maximum permitted section\u003cbr\u003edimension of the area and the minimum section dimension of 10 mm. The multiple elements\u003cbr\u003erule applies in the same areas than the rule of the minimum and maximum dimension for the\u003cbr\u003etubes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0049\/2699\/6583\/files\/toot_harper.jpg?v=1783476939\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIn the case of the traditional handlebars if one of the sections comprises multiple elements\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e(not greater than 2),\u003c\/strong\u003e each element taken individually have to respect the maximum and\u003cbr\u003eminimum dimensions authorised in any direction. \u003cstrong\u003eThe requirement for the elements to\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003erespect the maximum and minimum dimensions in any direction in conjunction is not\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003erequired.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"qodef-m-title\"\u003eControl Where It Matters\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0049\/2699\/6583\/files\/toot_harper_in_action.jpg?v=1783476872\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"qodef-m-text\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003eHARPER development began with fundamental research question: what makes a handlebar stable?\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDesigned by\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/in\/romolostanco\/\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eRomolo Stanco\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e staff HARPER was developed and engineered  with world class athletes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eResearch Partnership: University of Pavia\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/news.unipv.it\/?p=71192\"\u003e \u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Multi -year collaboration with CompMech Laboratary\" href=\"https:\/\/news.unipv.it\/?p=71192\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eMulti-year collaboration with CompMech Laboratory\u003c\/a\u003e (Prof. Ferdinando Auricchio) studying handlebar stability, control response, and rider interface dynamics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey findings:\u003c\/strong\u003e Handlebar stability is a balance between stiffness, geometry, mass distribution, and how forces transfer through rider contact points. \u003cbr\u003eTraditional design assumptions don't hold under narrow-width constraints.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHARPER application:\u003c\/strong\u003e Parametric system allows optimization of stability characteristics independent of fit requirements. Athlete gets their position AND optimal control response.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLaboratory verification:\u003c\/strong\u003e Testing protocols conducted at University of Pavia. Professor Auricchio: \"The parametric approach allows us to optimize variables that were previously locked together.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Dont Stop Pedalling","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53995828805942,"sku":null,"price":2799.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0049\/2699\/6583\/files\/BF0D27BD-C884-4D6C-9C93-22D09620091C_38797148-9955-4ebc-9085-0a41b97b8378.jpg?v=1778062577","url":"https:\/\/dontstoppedalling.com\/products\/toot-harper-bunch-bars","provider":"Dont Stop Pedalling","version":"1.0","type":"link"}