Ritchey Classic NeoClassic

Traditional Round Bend. High-Polish Elegance.

The engineering hallmark of the Ritchey Classic NeoClassic Handlebar is its traditional round bend drop profile adapted for modern shift/brake levers. Unlike vintage round bars that forced awkward lever angles, the NeoClassic features a shorter 73mm reach and 128mm drop depth. This design creates a smooth, flat ramp transition up to the hood tops while maintaining that coveted, multi-position round drop hook preferred by sprinters and criterium racers for maximum wrist clearance during out-of-the-saddle efforts.

Why the Ritchey Classic NeoClassic Belongs on Your Cockpit:

• Iconic Round Drop Geometry: Traditional round bend shape provides endless hand placement options along the drops for aggressive aero tucks and sprint efforts.

• Signature High-Polish Silver Finish: Mirror-finish silver anodizing with laser-etched graphics pairs flawlessly with Ritchey Classic stems and seatposts.

• Optimized Hood Transition: Modern ramp angle allows shift/brake levers to sit flush, eliminating awkward wrist bends when cruising on the hoods.

• Short Reach & Compact Drop: 73mm reach and 128mm drop make transitions between the tops, hoods, and drops fast and fluid.

• Double-Butted 6061 Alloy Construction: Premium aluminum tubing balances high torsional stiffness for sprinting with light road-vibration dampening.

• Extended 31.8mm Centre Section: Full-width oversized clamp area leaves plenty of room for mounting bike computers, lights, or clip-on aero bars.

Technical Specifications:

• Material: Double-Butted 6061 Aluminum Alloy

• Bend Style: Traditional Round Drop

• Drop: 128mm

• Reach: 73mm

• Flare: 0°

• Backsweep: 0°

• Clamp Diameter: 31.8mm

• Finish: High-Polish Silver (Classic Series)

• Weight: 295g (42cm)

The Alegro Perspective: Finding a true traditional round drop bar with modern 31.8mm clamping and a mirror-silver finish is a rarity. Compact ergonomic bars dominate the market, but sprinters and classic bike enthusiasts still swear by the round bend. The NeoClassic is brilliant because Tom Ritchey smoothed out the upper curve. You get that authentic, deep-drop sprinter feel when you're down in the hooks, but your modern Di2 or mechanical hoods mount completely flat without any awkward dip in the ramp.

Authentic Round Drop Geometry. Mirror-Finish Elegance. Master the Sprint with Ritchey.