ADVANCED COCKPIT CONTROL

The all-new Contact SLR Trail integrated handlebar/stem unit offers adjustability, compliance, light weight and a clean, simple profile. Weighing just 255 grams, it has all the advantages of a one-piece bar and stem but with the adjustability of a conventional setup. Riders can set it to their desired stem length (40mm, 45mm or 50mm) and rotate the bar to achieve the angle they want.

A proprietary carbon fiber layup and slimmer profile near the center of the handlebar adds compliance. This helps absorb shocks and vibrations, reducing arm pump and improving hand comfort on rugged terrain. Cables are routed through the headset for a clean look, while an additional frame port provides the option to add accessories such as lights with tidy wiring.

There are two control centers on the Trance X Advanced E+ Elite. The RideControl Go button, which is cleanly integrated into the top tube of the frameset, allows riders to quickly and easily turn the power on and off and switch between power modes. Colored LED lights indicate the battery level and support mode.

The second control unit, the new RideControl Ergo 3, is integrated with the handlebar grips. The grips that come on the Trance X Advanced E+ Elite are size-specific and tapered for ergonomic comfort. (The control units can also be used with any replacement grip.) Each remote has three buttons that can be set up for personal preference. The remote can be mounted on either side of the handlebar, and there’s an option to add a second Ergo 3 and have buttons on each side of the bar to control features such as walk-assist mode or lights.