Box Hex Lab Oversized Titanium Handlebar – 8.5"

The Box Hex Lab Oversized Titanium handlebar is engineered for larger-frame riders and racers seeking maximum steering and pedaling stiffness without carbon fiber weight. Built from 3AL 2.5V titanium with variable wall thickness, it delivers refined steering response and responsive power transfer through the cockpit.

Key Features

• Oversized™ Technology – Variable wall thickness and strategic tube diameter design redistribute material from low-stress areas to high-load zones, minimizing twist and improving responsiveness
• Titanium construction (3AL 2.5V) – Combines steel-level structural rigidity with significant weight savings; delivers more refined steering feel than carbon fiber
• Massive clamp interface – 31.8mm diameter provides exceptional steering stiffness and control precision
• Variable wall thickness – Reduces overall weight while maintaining rigidity where it matters most
• Extruded and mandrel-formed – Manufacturing process ensures consistent wall thickness and structural integrity throughout
• Laser-etched graphics – Durable finish resists wear and fading
• Pedaling stiffness backstop – Rigid platform for efficient power transfer when pulling up on bars during climbs and acceleration

Technical Specifications

• Material: 3AL 2.5V titanium alloy
• Bar bore diameter: 31.8mm
• Grip diameter: 22.2mm
• Width: 28.25" (717.5mm)
• Height: 8.5" (215.9mm)
• Sweep: 7° back, 2° up
• Weight limit: 115kg (253 lbs) – Category 2 EN 16054:2012 standard compliance
• Finish: Laser-etched graphics

Compatibility and Ideal Use Cases

Best for: Larger-frame racers and riders (180+ lbs) prioritizing steering precision and pedaling power transfer; XC and cross-country racing setups

Stem compatibility: Requires 31.8mm clamp diameter stem (standard oversized)

Grip compatibility: Accepts 22.2mm diameter grips and bar ends

Ideal terrain: Cross-country racing, climbing-intensive routes, and technical singletrack where responsive steering and pedaling efficiency are critical

Rider level: Intermediate to advanced racers; weight-conscious riders who prefer titanium's refined feel over aggressive carbon response

Note: Ships directly from manufacturer in USA; separate shipment if ordering other brands concurrently