It’s "me," and I am so happy that my turn to write an item introduction blog has finally come around again.
Hello, long time no see.
Yes, it’s me. Da-chan…!
I used to think of myself as someone who wrote product blogs quite often, but lately, I've happily been given more photography work, so the frequency of my blog duties has decreased. (I'm now in charge of photographing bikes and taking photos for staff blogs 📷)
So, I’m excited that this turn has come back to me.
I’m a bit overly excited since it’s been a while, but this time I’d like to introduce the "Sycip × SIMWORKS J.B.Bar," which has just been restocked.
Sycip × SimWorks J.B.Bar
Back in the day, Jeremy and Jay used to hand-bend these handlebars specifically for Sycip’s commuter line, the Java Boy.
While they were later discontinued for various reasons, they were brought back to life last year thanks to the efforts of Nitto, in collaboration with SimWorks.
Thank you so much, Nitto!
It’s a uniquely shaped handlebar, but what stands out most is the distinctive curve at the grip area!
No matter which way you mount it, it fits comfortably in your hands, and the feeling is just irresistible.
Just like the original, it is made of Chromoly, which combines suppleness and high strength, and each one is carefully finished at the NITTO factory in Japan.
Also, if you cut it at the "old schooler → | CUT HERE" mark on the ends, you can achieve the original JAVA BOY BAR style.
Sycip × SIMWORKS J.B.Bar
Material: CrMo Steel
Width: 600mm (center – center at ends)
Center diameter: 25.4mm
Bar diameter: 22.2mm
Bar inner diameter: Approx. 20mm
Color: Silver, Black
Made by NITTO, Japan
Price: 9,680 yen (tax included)
This is a handlebar that is sure to match not just a cruiser style, but also a commuter bike for relaxed, comfortable city riding.
Actually, I "secretly" tried it out too...
If anything, I prefer drop bars, and I’m the type who likes to get around town as quickly as possible—I have a bit of an impatient personality.
On a day when I wasn’t commuting by bike.
I had an errand that required me to go take photos at Circles. (My warehouse/office is in a different building than Circles, where I work.)
It takes about 5 minutes by bike or 10 minutes on foot to get to Circles, but since my body has gotten so used to riding, a 10-minute walk feels long...
I wondered if there was a bike with just the right size that I could borrow...
…Hmm?
Oh my…
Lo and behold, there was Shige-san’s KONA Humuhumu (the older model) with the J.B.Bar installed. With limited time on my hands, I felt like I had no choice but to jump on it. Feeling guilty, I hopped on and rushed to Circles without asking Shige-san for permission.
Even though I was borrowing it, I honestly thought before riding it, "Wow, that’s a pretty quirky, wide handlebar..." (I am truly sorry.)
However, once I rode it, the position was incredible and the ride felt so comfortable. I was moved.
Because your torso naturally stays upright, your field of vision widens, creating a comfortable position that lets you take in the city scenery. Despite the wide look, the actual width is exquisite—neither too wide nor too narrow—allowing for a very relaxed ride.
And above all, the most impressive part is that little curve in the grip section. The moment you place your hands there, it provides an unbelievable, suction-like fit.
Just minutes before, I was so stressed that I was stealing someone else's bike, but as if that were a lie, this handlebar brought a sense of calm and relaxation to my mind.
Since then, I’ve become captivated by the Humuhumu with the J.B.Bar, and I still use it whenever I need to go to Circles. 🙏🏻 (I know it’s not really right, so I ask him to give it to me every time I ride it.)
With that in mind, I’m now thinking about installing one on my cargo-fork bike at home.
Since it’s been a while, I got a little carried away, but every handlebar Sycip conceives is a masterpiece born from a sincere dedication to the rider.
I truly hope you all get to experience that charm for yourselves.
