Handy tutorial, thank you - especially the "What not to do" sections. ;-) I'm in the middle of replacing my Zwift Ride bars with 44 cm Kitchen Sink (no loop) bars. I haven't put the top and bottom grips on yet, nor the bar wrap, as I want to do a Zwift test ride first to check position of the hoods/Zwift controllers, and the rotation of the bars. Will post an update when he whole job is finshed! One noticeable thing I've realised is that if the replacement bars have different geometry, this affects the position of the hoods (flat/sloped, flared out/vertical). It looks like your hoods are sightly differently positioned after the bar replacement (not just because of the cable length issue).
@@davidrowe8747 Could be! It's so long ago now that I don't remember what the original one was like that i replaced! How yours goes well, I look forward to hearing how you get on!
@@KajsaTylen thanks. I finished the installation shortly after posting my message above, did a test ride on Zwift, adjusting things as needed, and then wrapped the bars. Today's Zwift ride was very comfortable, and I'll just rotate the bars about 5 degrees. One piece of advice for anyone reading this is that, depending on whether you install the Drop Grips, regular wrap may not be long enough. I used Redshift's Really Long Bar Tape (315 cm, compared to typical roll of bar tape of about 200 cm). Even though I used the Drop Grips (so started wrapping 10 cm up the bar), I used 180 cm. I had read that both sides could be wrapped with one roll, but that wasn't the case. I'd recommend anyone "dummy wrap" before removing the sticky tape cover. If I'd known I couldn't use one roll for both sides, I'd have wrapped much more closely to make it more cushy. Anyway, all done now and having ridden with hands on tops, hoods and drops, it's much more comfortable than a regular "round" bar.
@@KajsaTylen Quite honestly i find it hard to follow what most seem to think are very clear instructions. Your video was perfect, entertaining and very instructive on the installation of these handlebars which I am interested to install myself. Thank you for that and keep it up!
A bit late viewing this film and as always you have me smiling throughout as well as informing me not what to do, as well as lots of to do things. I look forward to more instructional / fun films
I loved this, especially that you show your mistakes. I am about to fit and review these and was going to make a fitting video. I’m not going to bother - I’ll just add a link to yours 😊 subscribed!
Leave it to the puppy to come in all cheeky like and wee in the background, haha. I'm really looking forward to putting these on my road bike- I'm a bigger guy, and traditional drop bars are hard for me to work with- the angles on this bar should fit the bill.
Brilliant video again Kajsa. They do look good, call yourself a professional there. Don't worry about the hammer bit, they do call it a 'Irish screwdriver'.
@@KajsaTylen RedShift one, don't think it was stretchy enough, or maybe wide enough to get around the ergo grips. Or maybe just my skill. Love the rise of the bar so.
We need to hear the full track used in the intro. I imagine after the riser and voice sample there is a thumping beat building up to an amazing synth lead. Hopefully it will be used in Kasja the movie.
Hello. Thank you for your video. Is it possible to instal a rear view mirror at the end of the handlebars ? The screw of the drops grip is not a problem ?
You mean into the end of the handlebar? Shouldn't be a problem but if you send the name of the mirror so I can google it, I can have a look and let you know.
I judged you and determined you are totally cool. Love your sense of humour
Much appreciated! I've just judged you and you're totally cool too.
Good effort and smart looking. Wrapping handlebars is always emotional.😱👍
Your quite the character and that's what makes your vlog great. Great tips for these bars...
Thank you 😊
Handy tutorial, thank you - especially the "What not to do" sections. ;-)
I'm in the middle of replacing my Zwift Ride bars with 44 cm Kitchen Sink (no loop) bars. I haven't put the top and bottom grips on yet, nor the bar wrap, as I want to do a Zwift test ride first to check position of the hoods/Zwift controllers, and the rotation of the bars. Will post an update when he whole job is finshed!
One noticeable thing I've realised is that if the replacement bars have different geometry, this affects the position of the hoods (flat/sloped, flared out/vertical). It looks like your hoods are sightly differently positioned after the bar replacement (not just because of the cable length issue).
@@davidrowe8747 Could be! It's so long ago now that I don't remember what the original one was like that i replaced! How yours goes well, I look forward to hearing how you get on!
@@KajsaTylen thanks. I finished the installation shortly after posting my message above, did a test ride on Zwift, adjusting things as needed, and then wrapped the bars. Today's Zwift ride was very comfortable, and I'll just rotate the bars about 5 degrees.
One piece of advice for anyone reading this is that, depending on whether you install the Drop Grips, regular wrap may not be long enough. I used Redshift's Really Long Bar Tape (315 cm, compared to typical roll of bar tape of about 200 cm). Even though I used the Drop Grips (so started wrapping 10 cm up the bar), I used 180 cm. I had read that both sides could be wrapped with one roll, but that wasn't the case. I'd recommend anyone "dummy wrap" before removing the sticky tape cover. If I'd known I couldn't use one roll for both sides, I'd have wrapped much more closely to make it more cushy.
Anyway, all done now and having ridden with hands on tops, hoods and drops, it's much more comfortable than a regular "round" bar.
This is just like "How to for Dummies" which suits me just fine. Love it!
Thank you so much (I think)! 😆😃
@@KajsaTylen Quite honestly i find it hard to follow what most seem to think are very clear instructions. Your video was perfect, entertaining and very instructive on the installation of these handlebars which I am interested to install myself. Thank you for that and keep it up!
@@tonycittadini8041 😊😊😊
A bit late viewing this film and as always you have me smiling throughout as well as informing me not what to do, as well as lots of to do things. I look forward to more instructional / fun films
I loved this, especially that you show your mistakes. I am about to fit and review these and was going to make a fitting video. I’m not going to bother - I’ll just add a link to yours 😊 subscribed!
Thank you so much! Hope it goes well - mine hasn't unravelled yet so must've done something right! 🙂
Leave it to the puppy to come in all cheeky like and wee in the background, haha. I'm really looking forward to putting these on my road bike- I'm a bigger guy, and traditional drop bars are hard for me to work with- the angles on this bar should fit the bill.
I'm sure you'll love them! I'm so happy with mine, and the bar tape is still going strong. 🙌
You really are raising the bar with the quality of your vlogs. 😉😊😊
Bu-boom tssshhh. 🙃
@@KajsaTylen My best work, thank you 🤔😂😂
Brilliant video again Kajsa. They do look good, call yourself a professional there.
Don't worry about the hammer bit, they do call it a 'Irish screwdriver'.
Thanking you!!
Mine came out with bumps too, was very difficult with those top grips.
Glad it wasn't just me! What tape did you use?
@@KajsaTylen RedShift one, don't think it was stretchy enough, or maybe wide enough to get around the ergo grips. Or maybe just my skill. Love the rise of the bar so.
@@PacingIdeas Ah, that's interesting, I thought the Redshift tape would be stretchier. If I come across the perfect tape I will let you know!
Love your maintenance videos. Always good for a laugh but informative too.
We need to hear the full track used in the intro. I imagine after the riser and voice sample there is a thumping beat building up to an amazing synth lead. Hopefully it will be used in Kasja the movie.
Haha I'll try to see if there's a full version and sneak it into an episode!
Thanks for the great video, fitting mine tomorrow, fingers crossed 👍
Hope it went well! 😊
Great video I've just put some on my road bike! And yes it's a right pane in the **** to get tape on and I've still got one more set to put on 🥴
Eek! Hope it goes OK! Mine's stayed put so I guess I did a decent job after all. 🙂
Is there a way to route cables inside the bars to clean up the look?
Good job. Have you loaded the new bars with kit yet for any extended trips? How are they performing under load and over time
Hello. Thank you for your video. Is it possible to instal a rear view mirror at the end of the handlebars ? The screw of the drops grip is not a problem ?
You mean into the end of the handlebar? Shouldn't be a problem but if you send the name of the mirror so I can google it, I can have a look and let you know.
@@KajsaTylen Yes, I mean into the end of the handelbar, for exemple this one: cateye.com/intl/products/accessories/BM-45/
@@titoune1469 Yeah, I think that would be fine. 👍
Just got all these and decided to ask my local bike shop to do it. Good informative video though.
I really want to know what bar tape you used in this video? And I know after doing bar tape for years it’s still a pain
It's a Fiz'ik tape, though can't remember the model. Pretty comfy!
They do look great for those longer rides.
They are! Thanks for watching!
I like practicality. These bars look very practical.. and versatile!
They really are!
Job well done! I look forward to getting mine!😊😊
Oooooh exciting! Let me know how you get on with it!
lol, brill vid. How do these bars to others? Have you ever tried Ritchey Beacon or Corralitos as a comparison?
@TheSEADEVIL69 No, not tried any others, I love these so much ice not needed to try any others! 😃
Very funny video in a good way.) Do not stop!
Thank you!!
Can you tell me where u got the backing track please. Ta
Storyblocks, most likely
You always make me laugh 😂 so hard. Nice video, new hair style and you have a wrench this time. Thanks for the video
Lockdown hair!! 🤣 Thanks for watching, and the lovely comment. 😍
No idea what the hammer was for but I approve of the idea. If nothing works-just smash the damn thing to bits.😂 That’ll teach it.
Damn straight!! 😂
Did you use the redshift bar tap?
No, this is Fizik. Didn't need the extra long because I wasn't planning on taping the loop.
Great job!
Thanks, was a toughy! :)
@@KajsaTylen Makes for a bigger sense of achievement.
First time watching. You seem fun and very likable. Liked & subscribed. Looking forward to checking out your channel.
Welcome aboard, and thank you! :) There'll be more exciting content coming soon, hopefully!
When have to go you have to go
Good work mate, well done. Say hello to Puck the Duck from me.
He says hi back.
Go Bumble!
Was thinking to try that while watching and decided not to do it when I heard "not gonna do it again"😂😂😂😂😂
Noooooo, you should do it!! It will make you feel all proud! 🙂🙂🙂
She's lovely