Originally Posted by Barrettscv

I also have Aero-bars on my road bike. Not only does it help when fighting a headwind, it also makes a long day on the bike much more comfortable.

Needless to say, Aero-bars have a clear advantage over drops on windy, flat and straight roads.

I'm also using aero-bars as a comfortable alternative to riding on the drops and hoods. I now spend 40 percent of the ride on the aero-bars, 30 percent on the hoods and 30 percent on the drops. I'll use the drops for all technical riding. I never use the Aero-bars when in traffic or when I'm on a group ride.





I'm considering if I should add them to my 28 pound Touring/Monstercross bike. The Aero-bar position is a good alternative to riding on the drops and hoods even when aerodynamics is not a consideration. I have no problem keeping my balance when using the Aero-bars and cornering and bad pavement are not a concern most of the time.

I asked about bike-fit on the road forum before adding Aero-bars to my road bike. The thread provided a number of good responses: http://www.bikeforums.net/showthread...ero+bars+drops