Description
Naming a bend after two riders instead of one usually means ProTaper found a shape that a broader range of racers gravitated toward, and the Henry/Reed Fuzion bar brings that shape together with the Fuzion line’s signature flex-locking crossbar. Set it to Unlocked and the crossbar telescopes and flexes much like a Contour or EVO handlebar, which takes the edge off chatter and braking bumps. Set it to Locked and the crossbar connects solidly for direct, predictable feedback when a track is smoother and you want less give. The whole switch happens in seconds without tools.
Key details
- Locked mode delivers solid, connected feedback through the crossbar
- Unlocked mode allows flex and telescoping motion similar to a Contour or EVO bar
- Trackside adjustment in seconds between the two settings
- Built with ProTaper’s exclusive aluminum alloy computer profile and 4mm wall design
- Henry/Reed bend offers a distinct sweep from the CR or Carmichael shapes
It fits any standard 1-1/8 in. clamp for a direct bolt-in upgrade. As a genuine ProTaper part it is covered by the manufacturer’s warranty, and IPD Racing keeps stock on hand so a mid-season bar swap does not turn into a multi-week wait. The dual-rider naming also signals that this bend has been tested and preferred by more than one style of racer, which gives it broader appeal than a bend built around a single rider’s exact preference.
