My bar and stem are now past it, or close to it I fear. Riding mainly xc and enduro on a hardtail. I think a low riser bar fits the bill. Anyone got any ideas of a good lightweight stiffish selection?

EA70 bars

Hope stem

I think Easton stuff is about the best TBH.  They have a bar at every price point, low/mid/hi rise options on most and all have a nice shape with just enough sweep.  The EA30 is a cracking piece of kit and can be had for £17 off t'internet.

Stem-wise, I think Easton let themselves down a bit.  TBH, the best stem I've ever had in terms of value/weight/design was the One On XC.  Lightish, 80mm with a smidge of rise and a good 4 bolt clamp.  Good price too.

tut

well you are at Uni..