Best cockpit setup (and tires) for bikepacking

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Bikepacking puts you on your bike for long periods of time, usually on unfamiliar terrain and in unpredictable conditions. With so many unknowns in the equation, it helps to be completely comfortable with your bike before you set out for a journey.

Our bikepacking components are designed for a comfortable, confident ride so you’re focused on the adventure and not on your equipment.

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Tires

You can use any of our tires for bikepacking, but
• Ehline 29 x 2.8″ tire offers a wide, stable footprint and our Durable casing, which you can trust in the middle of nowhere. The fast-rolling tread pattern and our Fast rubber compound combine to keep your momentum going on those long days.

Handlebars

With so many handlebar shapes, sizes, and materials in our lineup, you’ll find something that meshes perfectly with your ride. Our bikepacking-focused bars are the best place to start:

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• Radia 24 – Our bikepacking drop bar features 24 degrees of flare for ultimate stability and leverage when you’re piloting a loaded rig through tricky lines. A 140mm bar clamp area provides loads of space for your lights, GPS, bag mounts, and other accessories. Available in carbon fiber, 7075-T6 aluminum, and 6061-T6 aluminum

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• Swale – Our riser bar for bikepackers is extra-wide for leverage when loaded down. It features a 23-degree backsweep and 5-degree upsweep for a comfortable, all-day hand position. 18mm and 38mm rise options make it easier to find your comfort zone, and the 120mm-wide bar clamp area offers plenty of space for your bar-mounted bags and accessories. Available in carbon fiber and 6061-T6 aluminum

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• Moonstone – Our high-rise bikepacking alt bar grants you 85mm of rise with a 16-degree backsweep and 8-degree upsweep for an upright position that lets you soak up the scenery. Its 826mm width feels stable whether navigating rock gardens or cornering with a heavy load. A 90mm bar clamp area makes way for your must-have bar-mounted accessories.

Grips/Bar Tape

As one of your three main contact points on your bike, bar tape and grips make a big difference. We’ve designed ours to give you options when it comes to comfort level and color.

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• Radia Bar Tape – Our bar tape’s comfortable, easy-to-install gel backing makes every adventure easier on your hands. Two thickness options (2.5mm or 3.5mm) let you choose between a sleeker setup or more cushion. It’s also available in two lengths to accommodate wide bars and comes in five nature-inspired colors.

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• Lytho Grips – With a three-zone design, two thickness options (32mm or 35mm), and a lock-on clamp, our grips are made for comfort and confidence as you navigate your next bikepackingi route. Choose from five color options to match your bike, mood, or scenery.

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