I put new handlebars on and it has made a ton of difference in comfort. The new bars have a 30mm rise only 10 higher than what came with the bike and a 9 degree backsweep..again only a few degrees difference. But it all adds up to a more comfortable fit. Less weight on hands, and a tiny bit more upright-easing neck crick issues. Got about 50 miles on new bars. I think this might do the trick. If not, may try the 40mm rise bars..although I fear that I might need to add some cable length if I do that. So shortening the cock-pit seems to be the right direction to go for us with short arms. Maybe we should start a thread call 'Tweak my ride'. Easy ways to make big changes in the 'feel' of the ride. I know at some point you just deal with it and ride. But I do want do some longer tour rides and I know little things will turn into big things if you ignore it.