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Bontrager Review — A Look at Bontrager’s Full Product Offer

By Mark   /  Last updated - December 29, 2023

Bontrager brand Logo

Bontrager is a bicycle component and parts manufacturer that was launched in California 40 years ago by Keith Bontrager. The brand was acquired by the American bicycle manufacturer Trek in 1995, which now uses Bontrager components on its bikes.

Bontrager focuses on quality and innovation, developing and building unique and functional solutions to meet cyclists’ needs.

It sells everything from bicycle wheels, tires, saddles, grips, and brake cables to helmets, clothing, and cycling shoes.


Table of Contents

1. HELMETS

2. WHEELS

3. TIRES

4. SHOES & PEDALS

5. ACCESSORIES

6. FAQ


Full Bontrager’s Product Range

bontrager products

  • Tires & tubes
  • Wheels
  • Hubs & parts
  • Bearings

 

  • Handlebars & accessories
  • Handlebar grips & tape
  • Stems
  • Seatposts
  • Saddles

 

  • Cables & housing
  • Brakes & Levers
  • Drivetrain components
  • Pedals
  • Apparel & clothing
  • Helmets
  • Cycling shoes
  • Accessories – Lights, Pumps

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Warranty & Guarantee

bontrager warranty and guarantee


BONTRAGER Bicycle Helmets

Bontrager helmets

Bontrager sells a wide range of mid-to-high range mountain and road bike helmets, plus inner pads and visors. Its entry-level Solstice helmet starts at $35, with its top-of-the-range Aircraft Carbon MIPS helmet going for $400.

Popular mid-range helmets include the Starvos MIPS helmet at $90 and Specter WaveCel helmet at $150.

Its WaveCel helmets retail for between $100 to $300 and include a 1-year crash replacement guarantee.

  • MIPS (Multi-directional Impact Protection System) – Developed by brain surgeons and scientists to help reduce rotational forces on the brain caused by angled impacts to the head.
  • WaveCel is a collapsible cellular structure that lines the inside of the helmet that absorbs impact better than traditional foam. This Bontrager-exclusive technology disrupts the safety standards the industry has accepted for over 30 years. Its WaveCel helmets retail for between $100 to $300 and include a 1-year crash replacement guarantee.

Crash Replacement Guarantee provides free helmet replacement if involved in a crash within the first year of ownership!


Bontrager Road Helmets


Specter WaveCel

Bontrager specter road bike helmet

Bontrager Specter WaveCel road bike helmet offers the best in versatility and comfort for everyday rides on roads, trails, gravel, and more.

MSRP $150

  • WaveCel is a collapsible cellular structure that lines the inside of the helmet
  • BOA® Fit System – secure & adjust helmet fit with one hand
  • Fidlock magnetic buckle fastens effortlessly for a quick, secure fit
  • Highly ventilated design offers more airflow to keep you cool
  • Soft, comfortable, moisture-wicking, and washable helmet pads
  • Reflective elements on the back of helmet offer enhanced visibility to be seen

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Starvos MIPS

Bontrager Starvos MIPS Cycling Helmet red

A choice for cyclists of all levels – offering the widest range of head sizes.

MSRP $105

  • Ample protection
  • FlatLock dividers
  • BOA® Fit System
  • Airflow management
  • MIPS Brain Protection System
  • Soft, comfortable, moisture-wicking, and washable helmet pads
  • Reflective elements on the back of helmet offer enhanced visibility
  • Internal, recessed channels move airflow over your head to stay cool and dry
  • In-mold composite skeleton increases helmet integrity for larger vents and increased airflow

Note: Bontrager Starvos MIPS has been discontinued and replaced with a WaveCel version. Buy it below.

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Ballista MIPS

Bontrager Ballista MIPS Road Bike Helmet black

The Ballista MIPS road helmet projects racers to their target just like the ancient Greek missile weapon it was named after

MSRP $210

  • Wind tunnel-proven design
  • Superior venting with a unique internal channeling
  • MIPS Brain Protection System
  • BOA® Fit System
  • Front Center Channel’s distinct vent shape draws in significantly more air
  • Internal, recessed channels move airflow over your head to stay cool and dry
  • In-mold composite skeleton increases helmet integrity for larger vent variations
  • LockDown dividers make helmet strap management clean and are easy to adjust

Note: Bontrager Ballista has been discontinued and replaced with the XXX WaveCel model. Buy it below.


Starvos WaveCel

Bontrager Starvos WaveCel Cycling Helmet black

Starvos WaveCel is a versatile, high-value cycling helmet for new-to-seasoned riders who want the added protection of WaveCel

MSRP $99

  • WaveCel advanced helmet technology
  • Virginia Tech 5 STAR rating
  • Headmaster fit system
  • LockDown dividers
  • Soft, comfortable, and moisture-wicking washable helmet pads

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Velocis MIPS

Bontrager velocis

Pro peloton performance paired with all-day riding comfort – Allows you to go faster and stay cool

MSRP $210

  • MIPS Brain Protection System
  • BOA® Fit System lets you easily secure and adjusts the helmet fit with one hand
  • Internal, recessed channels move airflow over your head to keep you cool and dry
  • Sunglass port allows easy access to securely store glasses when not in use
  • Viper Red, White, and Visibility Yellow colorways come with Team Trek-Segafredo sticker kit
  • Includes removable NeoVisor for all the benefits of a cycling cap without the extra bulk

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Bontrager Circuit MIPS Helmet

Bontrager Circuit MIPS Cycling Helmet yellow greenish

MSRP $160

Whether your finish line is on the racecourse or at the front door of your destination the Bontrager Circuit MIPS road helmet will deliver the world-class safety and performance you need

  • MIPS Brain Protection System
  • Blendr mount system
  • BOA® Fit System
  • In-mold composite skeleton – increased helmet integrity for larger vents and increased airflow
  • LockDown dividers make helmet strap management clean and are easy to adjust
  • Internal, recessed channels move airflow over your head to stay cool and dry

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Bontrager MTB Helmets


Quantum MIPS

Bontrager quantum mips helmet

Quantum is perfect for riders who just want to ride – ideal for trail and town

MSRP $105

  • Superior protection and excellent ventilation
  • BOA® Fit System
  • MIPS System
  • In-mold composite skeleton increases helmet integrity for larger vents and increased airflow
  • Soft, comfortable, washable and moisture-wicking helmet pads
  • Internal, recessed channels move airflow over your head to keep you cool and dry
  • Removable snap-on visor and port covers provide multiple looks to fit your style
  • LockDown dividers make helmet strap management clean and easy to adjust

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Solstice MIPS

Bontrager Solstice MIPS Bike Helmet black

Separate model available for the youth

The Solstice MIPS helmet is proof you don’t have to spend a lot of money to get a great fitting, great looking, and easy-to-use bike helmet

MSRP $65

  • MIPS Brain Protection System
  • Includes a sleek built-in brim with plug ports for a clean look when the additional visor is removed
  • Fidlock magnetic buckle fastens effortlessly for a quick, secure fit
  • Intuitive, one-handed Headmaster fit system adjusts height and circumference
  • Built-in and removable visor options give you two choices for constant coverage
  • LockDown dividers make helmet strap management clean and easy to adjust
  • Internal, recessed channels move airflow over your head to keep you cool and dry
  • Soft, comfortable, moisture-wicking and washable helmet pads for added comfort

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Rally WaveCel

Bontrager rally wavecel helmet

MSRP $160

The Rally WaveCel mountain bike helmet raises the bar in comfort and protection

  • WaveCel – Brain Protection System
  • BOA – One hand secure and fit system
  • Blendr mount system – easily integrates GoPro camera and Bontrager light accessories only
  • Drop-in coverage on the back of helmet offers extended protection
  • In-mold composite skeleton increases helmet integrity for larger vents and increased airflow
  • FlatLock dividers make helmet strap management simple through the fixed-position fit
  • Internal, recessed channels move airflow over your head to stay cool and dry

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BONTRAGER Wheels


Bontrager sells a wide range of aluminum and carbon road and mountain bike wheels, ranging from its entry-level Line Comp 30 MTB wheel at $125 to its Aeolus XXX 2 Tubular carbon wheel at $1,245. Its mid-range wheels include the Line Pro 40 MTB wheel and Aeolus Pro 37 road wheel, $580.

Bontrager’s Aeolus XXX wheels are handmade in America from OCLV XXX carbon and receive high praise for their crosswind resistant design. They are both extremely lightweight while remaining strong enough for use in gravel or cyclocross racing.

Who makes Bontrager wheels?

Bontrager Aeolus XXX 6 Tubular Road bike Wheel

AEOLUS XXX 6 Tubular Road

Bontrager’s top-end carbon-tubular rims are manufactured at its headquarters in Waterloo, Wisconsin, USA. Some of its other carbon-clincher wheels are also developed in the US by Zipp wheels and its standard aluminum wheels are produced abroad in Taiwan.

Who makes Bontrager hubs?

Bontrager also produces its own hubs locally at the Waterloo factory in Wisconsin.


Bontrager ROAD Wheels

Bontrager Line Comp 30 TLR Boost 29" Disc MTB Wheel grey_black

LINE Comp 30 TLR 29″

Carbon

Aeolus XXX 6 – TLR Disc Clincher Road Wheel – MSRP $1,150-$1,250
Aeolus XXX 6 – Tubular Road Wheel – MSRP $1,150-$1,250
Aeolus XXX 4 – TLR Disc Clincher Road Wheel – MSRP $1,140-$1,250
Aeolus XXX 4 – Tubular Road Wheel – MSRP $1,150-$1,250
Aeolus XXX 2 – TLR Disc Clincher Road Wheel – MSRP $1,250
Aeolus XXX 2 – Tubular Road Wheel – MSRP $1,150-$1,250

Carbon

Aeolus D3 9 – Tubular Factory Blemish Road Wheel – MSRP $1,200
Aeolus D3 3 – TLR Factory Blemish Road Wheel – MSRP $1,200
Aeolus D3 5 – Tubular Factory Blemish Road Wheel – MSRP $1,200

Carbon

Aeolus RSL 37 – TLR Disc Road Wheel – MSRP $1,150-$1,250

Bontrager Paradigm Elite TLR Disc Road Wheel set

PARADIGM Elite TLR

Carbon

Aeolus Pro 37 – TLR Disc Road Wheel – MSRP $580-$720
Aeolus Pro 3V – TLR  Disc Road Wheel – MSRP $580-$720
Aeolus Pro 3 – TLR Disc Road Wheel – MSRP $580-$720
Aeolus Pro 5 – TLR Disc Road Wheel – MSRP $580-$720

Carbon

Aeolus Elite 35 – TLR Disc Road Wheel – MSRP $430-$470
Aeolus Elite 50 – TLR Disc Road Wheel – MSRP $430-$470

Aluminum

Aeolus Comp 5 – TLR Disc Road Wheel – MSRP $340-$400

Aluminum

Paradigm – TLR Road Wheel – $170-210
Paradigm CX RSL – Disc Tubular Road Wheel – $250-$350
Paradigm Elite – TLR Disc Road Wheel – MSRP $375-$575
Paradigm Elite 25 – TLR Disc Road Wheel – $400-$500
Paradigm Comp – TLR Disc Road Wheel – $270-$470
Paradigm Comp 25 – TLR Disc Road Wheel – $220-$280

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Bontrager MTB Wheels

bontrager kovee mtb wheels

Aluminum

Line Pro 30 – TLR Boost 29″ MTB Wheel – MSRP $580-$720
Line Pro 30 – TLR Boost 27.5″ MTB Wheel – MSRP $580-$720
Line Pro 40 – TLR 29″ MTB Wheel  MSRP $580-$720
Line Pro 40 – TLR 27.5″” MTB Wheel  MSRP $580-$720

Line Elite 30 – TLR Boost 29″ MTB Wheel – MSRP $430-$470
Line Elite 30 – TLR Boost 27.5″ MTB Wheel – MSRP $275-$325

Line Comp 30 – TLR Boost 29″ Disc MTB Wheel – MSRP $125-$175
Line Comp 30 – TLR Boost 27.5″ Disc MTB Wheel – MSRP $125-$175
Line Comp 40 – TLR Boost 27.5″ MTB Wheel – MSRP $150-$200

Carbon

Kovee XXX Boost – TLR 29″ MTB Wheel – $1,150-$1,250

Kovee Pro 30 – TLR Boost 29″ MTB Wheel – $580-$720
Kovee Pro 30 – TLR Boost 27.5″ MTB Wheel – $580-$720

Kovee Elite 23 – TLR Boost 27.5″ MTB Wheel – $315-$385
Kovee Elite 30 – TLR Boost 29″ MTB Wheel – $430-$470
Kovee Elite 30 – TLR Boost 27.5″ MTB Wheel – $430-$470

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BONTRAGER Tires


MTB / Road / Hybrid

Bontrager bicycle tires are popular around the world for their versatility and strength. The brand makes everything from aerodynamic road tires to thick-treaded MTB tires and puncture-resistant hybrid tires. Its new range of R3 road tires ($55 – $65) is both durable enough for everyday use while fast and slick enough for racing. Bontrager’s top range SE2 Team MTB tire sells for $85, with its most affordable at $16.

Also available are several Bontrager tubes and tubeless tire accessories like sealant and valve stems. Standard Presta or Schrader valve tubes retail for between $8 and $13

Bontrager Mountain Bike Tires

Bontrager XR4 Team Issue

Bontrager XR4 Team Issue TLR MTB Tire black

Aggressive tread design provides confident cornering and braking traction in loose and rocky conditions

MSRP $65

  • TLR
  • 61a/50a dual-compound rubber
  • Engineered for easy tubeless setup and puncture protection
  • Sidewall protection
  • Lightweight 120 TPI casing

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Bontrager XR3

Fast-rolling with fierce traction – “Do-it-all” trail tire that is ready for the races

Bontrager XR3 Team Issue TLR MTB Tire black

MSRP $60-95

  • TLR – Tubeless ready
  • Speed in a variety of trail conditions
  • Fast-rolling center tread
  • Aggressive side knobs
  • Advanced rubber compound
  • Inner Strength casing (Lightweight, 120TPI)
  • Great tires for race day or an afternoon out on the trails.
  • Lightweight sidewall protection
  • Tread depth varies with size for better adaptation to the terrain and consistent traction

Bontrager XR2

Designed by Frank Stacy – Specifically-formulated compound for lightweight construction, improved cornering traction, and low rolling resistance

Bontrager XR2 Team Issue TLR MTB Tire black

MSRP $60-95

  • TLR – Tubeless ready
  • Excels in loose-over-hardpack and firm conditions
  • Fast-rolling
  • Predictable traction
  • Supple and strong Inner Strength casing (Lightweight 120 TPI)

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Bontrager Road Bike Tires

Bontrager R3 Hard-Case Lite TLR Road Tire black

R3 Hard-Case Lite TLR – 700C x 32mm – MSRP $65

R3 Hard-Case Lite – 700C x 23mm  / 25mm / 28mm – MSRP $55

R3 Hard-Case Lite Reflective – 700C x 25mm / 28mm – MSRP $60

R2 Hard-Case Lite – 700C x 23mm / 25mm / 28mm / 32mm – MSRP $40

R1 Hard-Case Lite – 700C x 32mm – MSRP $30

Bontrager Hybrid Bike Tires

H2 Hard-Case Lite Reflective Hybrid tire – 700C x 32mm / 35mm / 38mm – MSRP $38

H2 Hard-Case Ultimate Reflective Hybrid tire – 700C x 32mm / 35mm / 38mm  – MSRP $55

H2 Comp Hybrid tire – 700C x 32mm / 35mm / 38mm – MSRP $30


BONTRAGER Cycling Shoes & Pedals


Road / MTB / Gravel&Cyclo / Spin / Winter / Triathlon / Shoe Parts & Insoles

Bontrager bike shoes include several road and MTB styles, ranging from $550 Flatlines and $60 Circuits to top-range $400 XXX shoes.

They also sell specialized shoes for gravel, triathlon, cyclocross, and spinning.

Bontrager mountain bike shoes include JFW and OMW winter shoes for $200. Their GR2 gravel shoes are $140 and SSR and Foray trail shoes are $150.

Bontrager road shoes include Ballista and Velocis for $180 and Espresso and Cortado for $160. They also have three triathlon shoes: the Woomera for $120, and the HiLo and Lohi for $80

Bontrager Mountain Bike Shoes

Bontrager XXX MTB Shoes

Bontrager XXX Mountain Bike Shoe black

MSRP $400

XC & CX race shoe

  • Top efficiency
  • Exceedingly light
  • Maximum Stiffness
  • Ergonomically-optimized, high-performance fit
  • 100% OCLV carbon sole
  • Dual independent BOA dials
  • Stiffness index 14 of 14
  • Asymmetrical design
  • Superior lace routing system
  • External heel cups
  • No-slip heel lining
  • Durable GnardGuard outer material

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Bontrager Flatline

Bontrager Flatline Mountain Bike Shoe black

Optimized shoe-to-pedal interface

MSRP $130

  • Vibram rubber outsole
  • Superior durability
  • Incredible pedal feel
  • Uniform tread pattern provides a consistent and predictable interface between pedal and outsole
  • Directional tread at toe and heel gives off-bike scrambling traction, uphill or down
  • Shock-absorbing EVA midsole
  • Durable, synthetic leather upper

Bontrager Road Bike Shoes

Bontrager Velocis Shoes

Bontrager Velocis Road Shoe blue

MSRP $180

  • Ergonomically-optimized
  • High-performance fit
  • Silver Series carbon/fiberglass composite sole for added stiffness
  • BOA® IP1 dial for precise, two-way adjustment
  • Stiffness index 10 of 14
  • 4 different designs

Sizes from
MEN – US 6 to US 14.5 – Standard/Wide
WOMEN – 7.5 to 16 – Standard/Wide
EU – 39 to 48

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Bontrager Circuit Road Shoe

Bontrager Circuit Road Shoe red

MSRP $140

Efficient, full-feature road cycling shoe with a roomy design for all-day comfort

  • Compatible with both 2-bolt SPD-style and 3-bolt cleats
  • inForm Race last offers a slightly roomier, high-performance fit
  • Nylon composite Bronze Series sole
  • PowerTruss sole design
  • Improved stiffness at low weight
  • BOA L6 dial
  • Stiffness index – 7 of 14

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BONTRAGER Pedals


Bontrager Comp MTB Pedal Set

Bontrager Comp MTB Pedal Set gold_purple

MSRP from $80

  • Dual-sided SPD-compatible engagement
  • Chromoly spindle for long-lasting durability
  • Sealed cartridge bearings
  • Smooth & reliable feel
  • Adjustable release tension
  • Cleats and hardware included.
  • Threading 9/16″(15mm)
  • Material – Aluminum
  • Weight 300g

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Bontrager Comp Road Pedal Set

Bontrager Comp Road Pedal Set black

MSRP $80

  • Look Cycle’s KÉO® brand cleats compatible
  • Durable Chromoly spindle – long-lasting durability
  • Sealed cartridge bearings
  • Smooth & reliable feel
  • Adjustable release tension
  • Includes red cleats with 6 degrees of float and mounting hardware
  • Cleats and hardware included

LOOK® and KÉO® are trademarks of Look Cycle International. Look Cycle International has not endorsed or approved this pedal

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BONTRAGER Dropper-Posts / Seat Posts


Dropper Posts / Seatposts / Dropper Seatpost remote triggers /

‘Line Elite ‘Bontrager dropper post

Bontrager Line Elite Dropper Seatpost black

MSRP $350

Smooth operation, long-term durability

  • Easy to set up
  • The new model is even easier to drop, with 20% less saddle force required
  • Infinitely adjustable air-sprung hydraulic locking cartridge with a 20% reduction in compression force
  • Pierced-head design allows riders to run longer travel post with shorter overall lengths
  • 2-bolt rocker head with micro adjustment allows for easy saddle tilt adjustment
  • Internal cable routing keeps housing tucked away and free from moving wheel
  • Frame must be compatible with internally routed seat post routing

SIZES

31.6mm x 340mm x 100mm
31.6mm x 400mm x 130mm
31.6mm x 440mm x 150mm
31.6mm x 480mm x 170mm

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BONTRAGER Seatposts


Bontrager Elite Seatpost black

  • Bontrager XXX 31.6 2-Bolt – MSRP $200
  • Bontrager XXX 31.6 – MSRP $200
  • Bontrager XXX 27.2 – MSRP $200
  • Speed Concept UCI-legal (Gen1) – MSRP $200
  • Speed Concept Carbon – MSRP $200
  • Bontrager Pro / Pro Factory Overstock – MSRP $110
  • Bontrager Pro – MSRP $110
  • Bontrager Elite – MSRP $60
  • Bontrager Comp – MSRP $25

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BONTRAGER Saddles

Bontrager Carbon XXX Bike Saddle greydark

  • Carbon XXX – MSRP $380
  • Affinity Pro Carbon Factory Overstock – MSRP $200

 

  • Hilo XXX Carbon Factory Overstock – MSRP $280
  • Hilo Pro Carbon – MSRP $230
  • Hilo Comp – MSRP $120

 

  • Serano RXL Carbon Factory Overstock – MSRP $225
  • Serano Pro – MSRP $225

 

  • Aeolus Pro – MSRP $230
  • Aeolous Elite – MSRP $150
  • Aeolus Comp – MSRP $90

 

  • Montrose Pro – MSRP $220
  • Montrose Elite –  MSRP $150
  • Montrose Comp – MSRP $90

Bontrager Serano RXL Carbon Factory Overstock Road Bike Saddle white

  • Ajna Pro Carbon – MSRP $220
  • Ajna Elite – MSRP $150
  • Ajna Comp – MSRP $90

 

  • Arvada Pro – MSRP $220
  • Arvada Lite – MSRP $145
  • Arvada Comp – MSRP $90

 

  • Commuter Comp – MSRP $45
  • Sport –  MSRP $35
  • Boulevard – MSRP $50

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BONTRAGER Handlebars & Stems

Bar Tapes / Grips

Bontrager XXX Integrated Road Handlebar/Stem

Bontrager XXX Integrated Road Handlebar/Stem black

MSRP $600

  • One-piece carbon bar/stem combo
  • Lightweight 100% OCLV Carbon construction
  • Calibration marks and a flat front surface ensure easy lever installation
  • Di2 compatible ports for clean internal wire routing when integrated with Shimano EW-RS910 bar-mounted Di2 junction.
  • Seamless accessory integration with Blendr
  • Variable radius, compact flare (VR-CF) shape offers wrist clearance in the drops
  • Internal relief channel eliminates the need for additional spacer above the stem
  • Safe for use with carbon and alloy steerer tubes
  • Compatible with Shimano EW-RS910 bar end Junction-A for cleaner Di2 routing

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Handlebars

Bontrager Kovee Pro Carbon 35 MTB Handlebar greydark

ROAD

  • XXX VR-C Road Handlebar Legacy – MSRP $350
  • Pro isoCore CR-CF Road Handlebar Legacy – MSRP $325
  • Pro VR-C – MSRP $150
  • XXX Aero – MSRP $360
  • Elite Aero VR-CF – MSRP $90
  • Elite Aero VR-C – MSRP $90
  • Comp VR-S – MSRP $50

MOUNTAIN

  • Kovee XXX Carbon 35 – MSRP $180
  • Kovee Pro Carbon 35 – MSRP $130
  • Kovee Elite 35 – MSRP $70
  • Line Pro Carbon – MSRP $180
  • Line 35 – MSRP $80
  • Satellite Plus IsoZone & inForm Satellite – MSRP $70
  • Approved 25.4 – MSRP $20

Bontrager Race Lite Aero Clip-On Handlebar black

ARMS RESTS / HANDLEBAR EXTENSIONS

  • Race Lite Aero Clip-On – MSRP $120
  • Speed Concept Mono Ergo Factory Overstock – MSRP $150
  • Race Lite S-Bend Extension – MSRP $50
  • Full bend Bar Ends – MSRP $20

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BONTRAGER Bicycle Accessories


Lights

Bontrager sells several front and rear light combos, plus ultra-bright lights for nighttime and daytime lights for bad weather riding. Its entry-level Glo/Ember combo light set costs $25, as does its Ion 120 front headlamp.

On the high end sits the Ion Pro and Flare RT light set costs $179.99 and provides 12 hours of runtime. Just below that, the 1000-lumen, USB rechargeable Ion Elite R light set costs $135 and weighs only 214g.

Many Bontrager bike lights are compatible with ANT+ wireless technology, making them easy to control from remote operators on the handlebars.

Ion Pro RT / Flare RT Light Set

Bontrager Ion Pro RT/Flare RT Light Set black

 

MSRP $180

See and be seen bicycle light combo
  • USB rechargeable
  • Distinctive daytime flash settings that are visible from up to 2km during the day
  • The full-width light beam that lights up any road or trail
  • Connect with Garmin and Bontrager ANT+ devices for wireless control & battery status
  • Specifically designed focus, flash, and range flash patterns
  • Daytime visibility for up to 2km

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ION 200 RT/Flare Light Set

Bontrager Ion 200 RT/Flare RT Light Set black

MSRP $115

A compact and powerful set of front and rear daytime running lights

  • USB rechargeable
  • Includes easy-to-mount brackets
  • Distinctive flash setting that is visible from up to 2 km away.
  • Specifically designed focus, flash, and the range offers ultimate daytime visibility
  • Flare RT provides ultimate visibility for any road, city, or path
  • 200 lumens of visibility
  • High-power CREE LED bulbs
  • Integrated light sensor auto-adjusts brightness to your environment
  • Garmin and Bontrager ANT+ devices compatible

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Bontrager Ion 120/Flare 1 Light Set

Bontrager Ion 120/Flare 1 Light Set black

MSRP $40

Ready to keep you shining on every ride

  • Simple, powerful, and easy to use. Plus
  • Long-lasting steady and flash modes and easily attach to virtually any handlebar and seat post with the included mounts
  • High, low, and flash modes for versatile lighting options + Steady, flashing, and random flashing modes
  • Sync bracket allows for quick and easy adjustment, mounting, and removal
  • Includes a seat post clamp and belt clip mount for versatile mounting options
  • 50+ hour battery life
  • Includes all required batteries (5 AAA)

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Bontrager Bike Pumps

Bontrager sells three versions of its popular Charger floor pump. The top-of-the-range TLR flash charger can instantly inflate a tire using compressed air similar to an air compressor and it’s excellent for a tubeless setup. It even features a fancy back-lit digital LED display to gauge pressure.

The $70 dual charger floor pump has variable settings to alternate between high volume and high pressure, making it ideal for those who ride both MTB and road bikes. The standard Charger pump retails at $40 and works for both Presta and Schrader valves, with a max PSI of 160.

Bontrager TLR Flash Charger Floor Pump

Bontrager TLR Flash Charger Floor Pump black

MSRP $130

2-in-1 Floor pump and a Tubeless setup tool

  • Dual-chamber design
  • Inflate setting
  • Set to Charge for a pressurized chamber that inflates tubeless-ready (TLR) tires without a compressor
  • Digital gauge
  • Recommended maximum pressure – 160 PSI / 11bar
  • Presta & Schrader valves
  • 2 modes – Inflate (A traditional bike pump) and Charge (TLR setting)

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Bontrager Floor Pumps:

  • Bontrager TLR Flash Charger Floor Pump – MSRP $120
  • Dual Charger Floor Pump – MSRP $70
  • Charger Floor Pump – MSRP $40
  • TLR Flash Can – MSRP $70

Bontrager Air Support HP Pro S Road Pump greylight

Bontrager Carry-On Pumps

  • Shock Pump – MSRP $50
  • Air Support HP Pro S Road Pump – MSRP $45
  • Mini Charger Floor Pump – MSRP $45
  • Air Support HV Pro Mini Pump – MSRP $45
  • Air Support HV MTB Pump – MSRP $35
  • Air Support Pump w/Gauge – MSRP $35
  • Air Rush Road Mini Pump – MSRP $35
  • Air Support HP S Road Pump – MSRP $30
  • Air Support Pump – MSRP $25

+ Accessories and replacement parts for pumps!

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BONTRAGER Cycling Apparel


bontrager apparel selection - all the categories

Men’s / Women’s

Road \ MTB \ Cold-Weather \ Casual

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Frequently Asked Questions


FAQ - frequently asked questions

Is Bontrager owned/bought by Trek?

Yes, the Trek bicycle company acquired Bontrager in order to diversify its product offerings.

When was Bontrager bought by Trek?

Trek bought out the Bontrager company in 1995.

What company owns Trek?

Trek is owned by the Intrepid Corporation.

Where are Bontrager tires made?

Bontrager’s top-end tires are made at the main Bontrager factory in Waterloo, Wisconsin, USA. Other Bontrager tires are manufactured in Thailand.

Is Bontrager a good brand?

Yes, Bontrager is a good brand and its products are highly rated in the cycling community. The acquisition of the brand by a company as well-established as Trek is proof of its quality.

Are Bontrager tires good?

The range of Bontrager tires is focused on the competing or intermediate cyclists, plus there’s a small selection of tires for recreational bikes as well – such as for kids’ bikes and hybrid bikes.

What does Bontrager mean?

Bontrager is most obviously known as a mid-to-high-end bicycle part & accessory manufacturing brand. Although the brand was named by its founder, Keith Bontrager, the term ‘Bontrager’ has a Germanic origin which means a water carrier.

Bontrager is also called Bonty in the cycling industry.

Where to shop Bontrager Products?

Buy from Bontrager Buy from REI

 

About the Author

Mark Hartley

Mark is a cycling enthusiast and freelance writer specializing in travel and technology. He has traveled to 56 countries worldwide, cycling through Africa and Europe. You can contact him on Twitter @splshrollstmble. Mark is behind most of the current bicycle reviews in Bikexchange today. You can check his journeys @splashrollstumble. Specializes in best-of reviews, bike brand reviews, bicycle reviews.
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