2026 Specialized Traverse SL 35mm Handlebars

DH tough and XC light, the Traverse SL 35 is Roval's handlebar premiere — capitalizing on decades of carbon fiber experience to deliver precise control and exceptional comfort, along with class-leading strength-to-weight performance. Wide bars create more leverage stress at the stem, so the 35mm diameter clamp increases strength in this crucial zone and dissipates clamping load across a larger surface area. Strong enough for the gnarliest terrain, durable enough for everyday chunder, light enough for XC racers.

• 227g: DH tough at 227g — "XC light" for its category.
• 35mm Clamp: Trail-derived — stronger clamping zone, less bar flex.
• 30mm Rise: More upright trail position — 30mm rise vs. XC bars.
• 780mm or 800mm Width: Two sizes for your riding style.
• Layup-Tuned Damping: Carbon fiber tuned for damping at bar-ends — less fatigue.
• 275 lb Limit: System weight limit for all-mountain use.

The 35mm clamp isn't just about stiffness — Roval's carbon fiber expertise allows them to tune the layup for different zones. Maximum strength at the stem clamp where it matters, and tuned compliance at the bar-ends for comfort. The result is a bar that's both stronger and more comfortable than bars made with uniform carbon layup.