Originally Posted by
SurlyLaika
Would a lay back seat post place me farther from the handlebars? That's already a problem for me with the longer than typical top tube on the CC. Is 25mm of setback more moderate or just the same thing as a lay back seat post? A zero setback would put me closer, right?
It would. However, it is generally frowned upon to adjust your saddle to change bar-reach. If your bars are too far away from your saddle then the first option to consider is to get a shorter stem. Saddle adjustments are best used to fine-tune the relationship between your legs, your saddle and your pedals.
Also, what problems are you having caused by too long of a reach?