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  Topic Name: handlebar height? on: June 18, 2017, 05:49:47 AM
t1mclayton


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« on: June 18, 2017, 05:49:47 AM »
I'm resurrecting an old frame with a Project 2 fork and a Cowchipper handlebar.  How's my handlebar height?  Anyone think I need a taller stem?
Thank very much!

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  Topic Name: handlebar height? Reply #1 on: June 18, 2017, 04:02:22 PM
black_labb


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« Reply #1 on: June 18, 2017, 04:02:22 PM »
To me they are much too low. If it were me riding that setup I'd be constantly on the flats, on the hoods sometimes and never use the drops. It may be ok for short rides but for long days being not too hunched over helps with confort and avoiding hand numbness.

Everyone is different though, some people don't mind being their weight being more over the bars. Just keep in mind on average you will be putting less torque through the pedals on long days meaning you will want higher bars. This is because torque through the pedals lifts your torso away from the bars relieving pressure on your hands.
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