Old 02-11-11 | 10:59 AM
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From: East Bay Area, CA

Bikes: 2002 Cannondale CAAD5 3000Si

I've tried the anatomic type of handlebars and did not like the limited hand positions they offer. I prefer the traditional, classic, Belgium, Italian style bends. I am not look for one that gives me the most aero position, just something comfortable. My research has left me with the following:

Handlebar - Reach - Drop - Weight
Deda Newton Shallow (eBay) - 80 -135 - 244
Ritchey WCS Classic (eBay) - 82 - 135 - 235
3T Rotundo - 83 - 139 - 250
FSA RD200 (eBay/NOS) - 80 - 140 - 220


With the exception of the 3T Rotundo, all others are rather hard to find. Weight is not much of a concern. As you can see, all have very similar reach and drop. I am just looking for something that can give me a somewhat flat transitions to the hood, since I ride mostly on the hood. I have long arms and legs but short torso.
The reason for my original post is because, the Ritchey WCS Classic can only be found with a 38CM and is my first choice, but won't rule out the others. The handlebar will be paired with SRAM shifters. If any of you have pics that would great.

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