Ritchey WCS Beacon Bar

The Beacon is designed specifically for gravel and all-road riding, featuring a very shallow 80mm drop and a short 65mm reach. This geometry encourages a more upright, relaxed posture, making it easier to shift hand positions without feeling like you are overextending your back or neck.

The Beacon uses a standard 31.8mm clamp diameter, which is compatible with the vast majority of modern road and gravel stems. As long as your current stem is designed for a 31.8mm bar, this will be a direct fit.

Yes, 6061 aluminum is a reliable, industry-standard material known for its excellent strength-to-weight ratio. It is robust enough to handle the vibrations and impacts associated with gravel riding while remaining stiff enough for efficient power transfer.

The 460mm width provides a wider platform, which increases leverage and stability, especially when you are navigating technical terrain or riding on loose surfaces. This extra width helps you maintain better control of the bike when the handling gets twitchy.

While the shallow drop is optimized for comfort and upright positioning, it does not prevent you from getting into a lower, more aerodynamic stance. It simply makes the transition into the drops less aggressive, which is ideal for long-distance rides where maintaining a deep tuck for hours can be fatiguing.