I'm sorry Javal. I have only challenged the idea that flat bars are not suitable for serious riders. Perhaps some of my arguments in defense of flat bars have been misleading. I assure you I have never suggested drop bars aren't a good choice. The only point I have tried to make is that drop bars are not the only choice.

If you continue to insist your choice is better than mine, I will continue to challenge you. This is the hybrid forum. I don't think defending the choice of flat bars is out of place here. In fact I think it's important for that opinion to be heard. Thanks for your respectful post. We can disagree without being disagreeable.

I know you did not intend to misrepresent my point of view. I hope I have clarified it somewhat. I have used drop bars, I don't think it's wrong to use them. I don't think "drop bars are essential" (quoting you). It's fine for you to say they are. I hope it's OK for me to say that drop bars are not essential.