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Old 05-17-05, 09:21 PM
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Handlebar width...

for handlebars should u go wider than your shoulders or a bit narrower than your shoulders? Cuz i thought i need a 42cm.. but after i got it today, it seems a bit smaller than my shoulder. Should I go wider and get a 44cm?
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Like I said before, I always recommend 2cm wider where possible.
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Thanks guys... that answered my questions.. 44cm Cinelli Devo here I come...
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