Skip to content

Zipp releases new Service Course handlebars & seatposts

  • Ron 

Zipp has released updates to their Service Course handlebars and seatposts, acknowledging a shift in how and where people ride their “road” bikes.

New Service Course Handlebars

Since their original introduction, the Zipp Service Course SL-70, Service Course SL-70 Ergo, and Service Course 70 Ergo have become the bike fitter’s go-to bar. The short reach to the hoods allows a proper fit without compromising stem length and steering control. Based on feedback from consumers, top pros and fitters, all models, both the round top and the flat top Ergo versions, have been updated with new features.

A new variable radius drop, matching the carbon SL-70 Ergo, allows for multiple hand positions when riding in the drops. This provides comfortable hand positions for riders who like to reach down to the drops, as well as for riders who reach in. The ergonomic flat top on the Service Course SL-70 Ergo and Service Course 70 Ergo now has a 3 degree backsweep for wrist comfort. And while the Service Course SL-70 has always been clip-on compatible, the new Service Course SL-70 Ergo and Service Course 70 Ergo now fit clip-ons on the 40cm and wider sizes.

The Service Course SL-70 and Service Course SL-70 Ergo are crafted from 7050 aluminum and are available in High Polish Black, which features white logos on a gloss black background, or Beyond Black, with a subtle matte black logo on the gloss black bar. The Service Course 70 Ergo is 6061 aluminum, with a Bead Blast Black finish with white logos on a matte black background.

SERVICE COURSE SL-70 Handlebar

  • 250g (42cm)
  • 70mm reach
  • 128mm drop
  • 4˚ drop flare
  • 10˚ ramp angle
  • Clip-on compatible
  • Available in 36, 38, 40, 42, 44cm widths
  • Di2® RS910 junction box compatible
  • Available in High Polish Black or Beyond Black

MSRP: $110/€123/£109
RETAIL AVAILABILITY: August 2018

SERVICE COURSE SL-70 ERGO Handlebar

  • 260g (42cm)
  • 70mm reach
  • 128mm drop
  • 4˚ drop flare
  • 3° backsweep on tops
  • 10˚ ramp angle
  • Clip-on compatible on 40cm and up
  • Available in 38, 40, 42, 44cm widths
  • Di2® RS910 junction box compatible
  • Available in Bead Blast Black

MSRP: $55/€61/£54
RETAIL AVAILABILITY: August 2018

SERVICE COURSE 70 ERGO Handlebar

  • 295g (42cm)
  • 70mm reach
  • 128mm drop
  • 4˚ drop flare
  • 3° backsweep on tops
  • 10˚ ramp angle
  • Clip-on compatible on 40cm and up
  • Available in 38, 40, 42, 44cm widths
  • Di2® RS910 junction box compatible
  • Available in Bead Blast Black

MSRP: $55/€61/£54
RETAIL AVAILABILITY: August 2018

New Service Course SL Seatpost released as well

With the definition of a road bike rapidly changing, Zipp wanted the Service Course SL seatpost to provide real comfort when venturing off-pavement.

The redesigned Service Course SL seatpost is a new carbon post, specifically tuned to be more shock absorbing than the “comfort” seatposts on the market, while still passing their own strict internal MTB strength test. Flex engineered into the lightweight carbon tube keeps the rider comfortable over any terrain.

Better fit means better performance, and if your saddle is out of position, you’ll waste energy with every pedal stroke. The secure, two-bolt clamp makes for easy micro-adjustments of saddle position, and the head has been redesigned for maximum bolt head accessibility. With 0mm and 20mm setback options, it’s possible for nearly any rider to achieve the perfect fit, and the clamp works with all saddle rail types.

To ensure compatibility with most modern frame designs, the Service Course SL seatpost is available in a 400mm length, and three diameters: 25.4, 27.2, and 31.6mm. Weight is a svelte 240g for the 0mm setback and 249g for the 20mm setback, and the seatpost is available in a matte finish with either white or black decals.

SERVICE COURSE SL SEATPOST

  • 0 Setback
  • 240g weight
  • 25.4, 27.2 or 31.6mm diameter
  • 400mm length
  • 0mm setback
  • 7.0Nm torque for saddle rails
  • 100mm minimum insertion length
  • Unidirectional Carbon tube w/ AL-7050 head

MSRP: $160, €175, £156
RETAIL AVAILABILITY: August 2018

SERVICE COURSE SL SEATPOST

  • 20 Setback
  • 249g weight
  • 25.4, 27.2 or 31.6mm diameter
  • 400mm length
  • 20mm setback
  • 7.0Nm torque for saddle rails
  • 100mm minimum insertion length
  • Unidirectional Carbon tube w/ AL-7050 head
Tags:
Bike World News