I like riding on the hoods but find the drop part unusable. Its very uncomfortable on my neck and I can't reach the brake levers at all. I think part of the problem is actually my neck. Generally when sitting in a chair or driving my car, I have my seat tilted back to comfortably look forward. Too many years of slouching I guess. Also my hands are somewhat small which affect reach.

I'm going to have a fit done and see if switching to compact drops might help.