First, if you paid 200 USD for the bar, you paid too much. Second, unload the bar on Ebay. You're likely to take a loss, but if you really need to use aero bars, you don't have much choice. If you really *have* to have a carbon bar, Kestrel makes their less expensive bar and has certified it for use with clip-ons. Their top level bar is not rated for aero bars either. Here's a hint: Get the Ritchey WCS bar/stem combo. You're only giving up 20-40 grams depending on the stem you are currently using, and the stuff is bulletproof. Those in the know (and not handicapped by sponsorship) are using this set-up.

Bottom line, you could probably use bars on your EC-90s, but there isn't a lawyer in the world who could help you when they break. And they WILL break. Take the loss and go back to aluminum. You'll look a lot more cool finishing the race than spread over the asphalt with road rash up to your chin.

Thank´s for your advice. With regard to the price - it´s the ordinary price here in Europe. I know it would be a lot cheaper in the US, but an airplaneticket would cost at least 500 USD :-)

But I will consider buying a Ritchey WCS Bar/stem, especially because I can get it for a good price.



Martin