Roval Rapide Handlebar

Roval Rapide Handlebar

The Specialized Roval Rapide Handlebar is designed for those who want to transform every ride into a personal time trial. Wind is the first enemy to beat and this is the first point where you hit it: the handlebar. Designed and tested in a wind tunnel, the Roval Rapide is shaped to cut through the air like a knife, allowing you to save precious seconds over long distances like a 40 km time trial. But speed means nothing without control: the worked surface ensures secure grip even in the rain, while the handlebar profile offers extra space for forearms and knees, improving comfort and freedom of movement in every position. Made from high modulus carbon fibers and weighing only 225 grams (size 42 cm), the Roval Rapide Handlebar is among the lightest in its category, combining extreme aerodynamics, stiffness, and reliability for those seeking uncompromising performance.

Main features of the Roval Rapide Handlebar:

• Aerodynamic profile developed and tested in a wind tunnel to minimize air resistance
• Time savings compared to a round handlebar: over 20 seconds over a 40 km distance
• Constructed from high modulus carbon fibers for the best stiffness-to-weight ratio
• Weighs only 225 g (42 cm size), among the lightest in its category
• Worked surface for secure and consistent grip even in wet conditions
• Profile designed to offer ample space for forearms and knees, improving comfort and freedom of movement
• Available widths (center-to-center): 38, 40, 42, 44 cm to fit every rider
• Geometry with 125 mm drop and 75 mm reach for an aggressive yet controllable position
• System weight limit (rider + bike + equipment): 275 lbs / 125 kg

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS:

• MODEL: Roval Rapide
• PRODUCTION YEAR: 2024
• MATERIAL: High modulus carbon fiber
• WEIGHT: 225 g
• HANDLEBAR WIDTH (CENTER-TO-CENTER): 38 - 44 cm
• DROP: 125 mm
• REACH: 75 mm
• SYSTEM WEIGHT LIMIT: 125 kg
• SURFACE FINISH: Worked non-slip surface
• AERODYNAMIC FEATURES: Aerodynamic, wind tunnel tested