{"product_id":"box-hex-lab-oversized-titanium-5-5-handlebar","title":"Box Hex Lab Oversized Titanium 5.5\" Handlebar","description":"\u003ch1\u003eBox Hex Lab Oversized Titanium Handlebar — 5.5\" (McKenzie Gayheart Limited Edition)\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOverview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Box Hex Lab Oversized Titanium is a premium 5.5\" handlebar engineered from 3AL 2.5V titanium for racers seeking refined steering response with maximum stiffness. Titanium provides steel-level structural rigidity at significantly lower weight, with steering characteristics distinct from carbon fiber. The handlebar uses oversized technology with variable wall thickness to maximize both steering stiffness and pedaling power transfer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOversized Technology™\u003c\/strong\u003e — Variable wall thicknesses and strategic tube diameter changes redistribute material from low-stress zones to high-load areas, minimizing twist and improving overall stiffness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e3AL 2.5V titanium construction\u003c\/strong\u003e — Delivers strength-to-weight ratio superior to steel; provides refined, sensitive steering feel compared to carbon fiber's more aggressive response\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePedaling stiffness optimization\u003c\/strong\u003e — Engineered to resist upward flex (\"lifting phenomenon\") during hard pedaling, providing a solid backstop so power isn't lost to handlebar deflection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSteering stiffness enhancement\u003c\/strong\u003e — Massive 31.8mm clamp interface increases contact surface with stem clamp, reducing deflection and improving steering control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVariable wall thickness\u003c\/strong\u003e — Reduces overall weight while maintaining critical structural zones\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLaser-etched graphics\u003c\/strong\u003e — Durable finish resistant to wear and corrosion\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompact 5.5\" height\u003c\/strong\u003e — Designed for specific rider preferences or frame geometries requiring lower bar heights\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: 3AL 2.5V titanium\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProcess: Extruded and mandrel-formed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeight: 5.5\" (139.7mm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWidth: 28.25\" (717.5mm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBack sweep: 7°\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUp sweep: 2°\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClamp diameter: 31.8mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBar bore: 31.8mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrip diameter: 22.2mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight limit: 115kg (253 lbs) — EN 16054:2012 Category 2 standard\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompatibility \u0026amp; Ideal Use Cases\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStem compatibility: 31.8mm clamp diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrip compatibility: 22.2mm diameter grips\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBest for: Racers seeking compact bar height; riders requiring steeper back sweep (7°) for specific position preferences\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal use: Competition BMX racing; riders prioritizing both steering precision and pedaling efficiency\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNot suitable for: Riders under 115kg should verify weight standard compliance before use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePair with a compatible 31.8mm stem and 22.2mm grips. Titanium requires no special maintenance; the laser-etched finish is durable in standard riding conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003ci style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003cu\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003ci style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003cu\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e**Due to unique nature of this item, ALL sales of this product are FINAL. 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