PROFILE DESIGN

T5+ ALUMINIUM AERO BAR £109.99 www.madison.co.uk

Don’t be concerned by the relatively low price and the simple appearance: Profile Design’s T5+ Aluminium are a reliable pair of aerobars. Unlike the other bars on test, the mounts for the armrest and the extensions are independent, meaning that you can move the pads back from your handlebars and tilt them without affecting the angle of the ski arms. Installation is very easy; all you need is a 5mm Allen key and a torque wrench. The extensions have a classic appearance with a subtle 15º bend and, like the other test bars, have ports for internal cable routing. But there are questions about the long-term durability of the pads, especially if being frequently used indoors on the turbo, and, despite being tightened securely, when riding over potholes the bars tended to move slightly.