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Logan Jones-Wilkins

Integrated cockpits on gravel bikes: is it fashion over function, or an upgrade worth considering?

Integrated gravel handlebars.

Integrated cockpits are all the rage in racing right now and not just in road racing but increasingly in gravel as well. With their clean lines and promises of aerodynamic gains, it's hard to ignore their growing presence. As someone who spends equal time writing about bikes and racing on them, I finally caved in and decided to give this sleek setup a try.

I made the choice for the performance benefits rather than aesthetics, but I will admit that I do love the look of a sleek front end.

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