Originally Posted by
Monster Pete
Just about anything is better than a straight pipe bar.
+1
I really get by fine with bullhorns, but I like a flat top shallow reach bar, the shallow drop is nice for headwinds, and the flat top is more comfy for upright city riding or taking a load off your hands for a few minutes. I really ride on the hoods 90% of the time. The extra bit underneath doesn't bother me : )
Nice if you like bar end shifters too. Downtubes are where it's at though ; )