Best way to cut aerobars?

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I want to play around with cutting back my aerobars. I currently have two sets of U shaped Mavics and am thinking about cutting one set so I can add bar end shifters. Also, I am thinking about messing with cutting up a mtb handlebar to two make a set of aerobar extensions.

What is the best way to cut these aluminum tubes? Dremel? Hacksaw? Tube cutter? Any and all advice is appreciated.

DavidK

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Pipe cutter if you have one.

If not, use some tape around the tube to mark where you REALLY want it cut, then use a hacksaw to cut just outside of that, and use a file to get it to the tape.

In either case, don’t forget to file the inside of the tube to take off the burs and sharp edges.

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THANKS GUYS. DavidK

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DO NOT USE A HACKSAW!

Pipe cutter only.

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Tubing cutter. They are cheap, as in less than $10. Your local hardware store should have them. No excuse to risk a bad cut with a hacksaw.

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Care to explain why?

I’ve used a hacksaw MANY times with no ill effects (apparently). As long as I file off the burs and leave a nice smooth edge, there should be no issues with crack growth…