We all know handlebar shape can have a significant impact on how a bike rides, resulting in most enduro/gravity handlebars falling within a general shape consensus. SQlab are a German brand specializing in bike touch point ergonomics and while the SQlab’s 30X handlebar falls within the agreed parameters of the best mountain bike handlebars, there is one measurement that makes the 30X stand out from all other mountain bike handlebars.
The SQlab’s 30X Carbon comes with backsweep options up to 16 degrees, which is twice as much as most other handlebars. The idea behind the huge back sweep is to give a straighter transition from the forearm to the hand for better comfort. I have been riding the SQlab’s 30X Carbon handlebar to see how this unusual bar feels on the trail.
