Zipp SL-70 Ergo Handlebar

The SL-70 Ergo features a flattened top profile designed to better distribute pressure across your palms, which helps reduce fatigue on long rides. It also incorporates a variable radius drop, allowing for multiple hand positions compared to the consistent curve of a traditional round bar.

Yes, the SL-70 Ergo is designed with a standard 31.8mm clamp diameter, making it compatible with the vast majority of modern road and gravel stems.

The 3-degree backsweep is a subtle feature that angles the tops of the bars slightly toward the rider. This creates a more natural, neutral wrist position, which can significantly improve comfort during extended time spent on the hoods.

While it is categorized as a road handlebar, the SL-70 Ergo is an excellent choice for gravel. The combination of the flattened tops for comfort and the variable drop for control makes it very capable on mixed surfaces, provided you prefer a standard drop bar width over flared gravel-specific options.

Internal routing does require a bit more patience than external routing, especially when threading hydraulic lines or electronic wires. However, the SL-70 Ergo is designed to make this process manageable, resulting in a much cleaner, snag-free cockpit once installed.

With a 70mm reach and 128mm drop, this bar is considered compact. This geometry is ideal for riders who want a shorter reach to the hoods and a shallower drop, making it easier to transition between hand positions without feeling overly stretched out.