{"product_id":"2026-specialized-roval-control-sl-35mm-handlebar","title":"2026 Specialized Roval Control SL 35mm Handlebar","description":"\u003cbody\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta name=\"viewport\" content=\"width=device-width, initial-scale=1.0\"\u003e\n\u003ctitle\u003eRoval Control SL 35mm Handlebar\u003c\/title\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\n@import url(https:\/\/fonts.googleapis.com\/css2?family=Barlow+Condensed:wght@400;600;700;800\u0026family=Barlow:wght@300;400;500\u0026display=swap);\n:root { --black: #0a0a0a; --white: #ffffff; --mid: #f5f5f5; --border: #e0e0e0; --text-muted: #777; --text-body: #222; }\n* { box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0; padding: 0; }\n.spur-wrap { font-family: 'Barlow', sans-serif; background: var(--white); color: var(--black); max-width: 1100px; margin: 0 auto; padding: 48px 24px; }\n.spur-header { display: flex; align-items: flex-end; justify-content: space-between; margin-bottom: 48px; border-bottom: 1px solid var(--border); padding-bottom: 24px; 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The Roval Control SL handlebar is built around a 35mm bar clamp width — borrowed from trail bike tech — that delivers the rigidity World Cup athletes demand. Ultra-light hand-laid carbon construction brings it in at just 185g, and the 780mm width with cut marks lets you dial in your perfect size. World Championship proven geometry gives you the confidence to attack any segment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul class=\"desc-list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e185g:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ultra-lightweight XC carbon — hand laid up, built for speed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e35mm Clamp:\u003c\/strong\u003e Trail-derived stiffness — maximum control under load.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e780mm Width:\u003c\/strong\u003e Includes cut marks — dial in your exact width.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e0mm or 20mm Rise:\u003c\/strong\u003e Two options for your XC geometry preference.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWorld Championship Proven:\u003c\/strong\u003e Race-tested geometry at the highest level.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e6° Upsweep \/ 8° Backsweep:\u003c\/strong\u003e XC-optimized ergonomic position.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe 35mm clamp diameter is the key differentiator — standard bars use 31.8mm. The wider clamp spreads the clamping force over a larger area, resulting in less bar flex under load. When you're sprinting out of the saddle or hammering through rock gardens, that stiffness translates directly to more precise handling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv id=\"panel-key\" class=\"spur-panel\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"key-section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"key-title\"\u003e35mm vs. 31.8mm Clamp — Why It Matters\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"key-desc\"\u003eThe 35mm clamp is borrowed from trail\/enduro mountain bike technology — it's stiffer than the standard 31.8mm road clamp because it distributes clamping force over a larger area. This means less bar flex when you're putting down power or hitting rough terrain. The trade-off is compatibility: you need a 35mm stem to mount this bar, not a standard 31.8mm stem. Make sure your stem matches the clamp diameter.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"key-section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"key-title\"\u003e0mm vs. 20mm Rise — How to Choose\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"key-desc\"\u003eThe 0mm rise is for riders running a low, aggressive XC position — minimal stack height, more forward over the bars. The 20mm rise is for riders who want a slightly more upright position — common on longer-travel XC bikes or riders who prefer less strain on their back and shoulders. If you're not sure, the 0mm is the more common choice for pure race builds.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"key-section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"key-title\"\u003e185g — Ultra-Light for XC\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"key-desc\"\u003eAt 185g, the Control SL is one of the lightest XC bars available. The 35mm clamp doesn't add weight — it actually allows Roval to use less material elsewhere while maintaining stiffness. The hand-laid carbon construction is optimized for the lowest weight without sacrificing the strength and durability required for World Cup racing.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv id=\"panel-specs\" class=\"spur-panel\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"weight-highlight\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"label\"\u003eWeight\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"g\"\u003e185g\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sub\"\u003eHigh-modulus carbon fiber · 35mm clamp\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-category\"\u003eGeneral\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-key\"\u003eModel\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-val\"\u003eRoval Control SL 35mm Handlebar\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-key\"\u003eUse\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-val\"\u003eXC Racing — World Cup, marathon, aggressive trail\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-key\"\u003eMaterial\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-val\"\u003eHigh-modulus carbon fiber — hand laid up\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-key\"\u003eClamp Diameter\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-val\"\u003e35mm — requires 35mm stem (not compatible with 31.8mm)\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-category\"\u003eDimensions\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-key\"\u003eWidth\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-val\"\u003e780mm — includes cut marks to customize\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-key\"\u003eRise Options\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-val\"\u003e0mm or 20mm\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-key\"\u003eUp Sweep\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-val\"\u003e6 degrees\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-key\"\u003eBack Sweep\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-val\"\u003e8 degrees\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-category\"\u003eRise Options\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rise-block\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rise-col\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"type\"\u003eFlat\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rise\"\u003e0mm Rise\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rise-col\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"type\"\u003eRiser\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rise\"\u003e20mm Rise\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-category\"\u003eGeometry \u0026amp; Design\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-key\"\u003eProven\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-val\"\u003eWorld Championship geometry — race-tested at highest level\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-key\"\u003eControl\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-val\"\u003eHigh-precision handling for aggressive XC \/ trail descending\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-key\"\u003ePosition\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-val\"\u003eComfortable, sustainable for grueling climbs + aggressive descending\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cscript\u003e\nfunction showPanel(id, btn) {\n document.querySelectorAll('.spur-panel').forEach(p =\u003e p.classList.remove('active'));\n document.querySelectorAll('.spur-tab').forEach(t =\u003e t.classList.remove('active'));\n document.getElementById('panel-' + id).classList.add('active');\n btn.classList.add('active');\n}\n\u003c\/script\u003e\n\n\n\n\u003c\/body\u003e","brand":"Specialized Roval","offers":[{"title":"Matte Carbon\/Gloss Black \/ 780mm x 35.0mm Flat","offer_id":52012744147264,"sku":"21123-1220","price":161.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Matte Carbon\/Gloss Black \/ 780mm x 35.0mm +20mm","offer_id":52012744180032,"sku":"21123-1225","price":161.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0446\/7487\/5549\/files\/RovalControlSL35mm1.jpg?v=1779307508","url":"https:\/\/spokex.com\/products\/2026-specialized-roval-control-sl-35mm-handlebar","provider":"SX Collective","version":"1.0","type":"link"}