Tom Ritchey has been riding off-road for decades, long before anyone thought to call it gravel riding or bikepacking, and has developed products for such adventures. His real-life experiences are directly infused into every Ritchey product, such as the popular VentureMax handlebar. With its short reach, shallow drop, and purposeful flare, the original VentureMax offers comfort and confidence for legions of riders looking to embark on dirty drop bar adventures and have fun. Like its predecessor, the Comp VentureMax generation is influenced by these life experiences but adds some features—continuing to inspire riders for adventures on gravel and other mixed surfaces. Multiple hand positions are key to comfort and confidence on every ride, and the Comp VentureMax provides plenty of options here, especially with its wide 24° flare at the drops. However, it is the return of the bio-bend in the drops that adds another design element that is practical and comfortable, no matter what terrain you ride on or how long your adventure lasts.