Converting a drop bar bike to flat bars isn’t as straightforward as simply changing your handlebars. In most cases, you’ll also need to swap out shifters, brakes and callipers at a minimum.

There are a tonne of reasons to go flat bar, but just make sure the bars match the stem clamp diameter and you're good to go. These Pro Koryak bars are 740mm, a tonne wider than my usual 380mm ...

Below the U6000 series components, sit the new drop bar U3000 series 9 and 10-speed components, which are designed for mechanical disc brakes (there’s no CUES rim brake option, by the way).

The Skitch Apex Flat Bar reportedly weighs just 29.83 lb (13.53 kg) Santa Cruz Bicycles Buyers of either version can choose between SRAM Apex and GX AXS build packages.

Pricing-wise, it starts at $5,999 for the Apex Flat Bar kit, and if you're aiming for the top-tier experience, it'll be $7,299 for either the GX AXS drop bar or GX AXS Flat Bar kits. More Fun On ...