I didn't get Almarc pre-covered bars because of the inability to use with a classic stem.
It seems much easier to use Velo-Orange's elk hide with one's own choice of bars and stem. Comes in several colours, pre-cut for stitching, thread, needle, instructions, $28.
See here:
http://www.velo-orange.com/
Emanuel Lowi Montreal, Quebec
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