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Super cool. To me a Spur does all of this as a complement to the big bike without the punishment but haven’t tried a modern hardtail so can’t say for sure.

Depending how one thinks about rear end balance, for example looking at CS:wheelbase the Spire and Torque aren't that different

Thanks for covering this! Saw the stem in some otter vids and was very curious.

Could you notice the comfort of the one up bar after riding these?

With the stock monarch in good working order

I sold my '16 134 frame last spring that was in excellent condition for $600 USD.  Just another data point

I used the 3d scan of my mouth when I got my dental implant to have a custom mouthguard made ($80).  I hardly notice it when it's in.

I like the G Form ones fwiw

As dumb as it is, a big barrier for me is eyewear. Glasses with a fullface feels wrong (and I admit it’s largely vanity). Wearing googles for my regular riding isn’t feasible and I think eye protection is more important than a chin bar. But as someone who had a dental implant (non riding reasons) and a buddy who broke lots of teeth dirt jumping I’m very much with you on the protecting teeth front. So my compromise with myself is a Fox Dropframe which has more protection around the templs/cheeks than a half shell and I wear a mouthguard. Not sure how a mouthguard compares to a chin bar in terms of protecting teeth but it’s better than nothing and not much faff.

Thanks!! 

Any issues with spray paint or grip adhesive on a One Up carbon bar? As far as damage or warranty voiding?