Originally Posted by clayface
But a larger size has a longer top tube, what males using drops lean on the "uncomfortable" side. You'll have to use a stem with a rather short reach and high rise. I went trough this with my 90 HardRock and tried different stems and moved the B17 along its rails before I could ride comfortably for long hours.
Roberto
True, the top tube on this frame is about an inch longer than on my RB-1. Though I won't know for sure until all the parts arrive and I assemble the bike, I'm pretty sure that with the slacker head angle and the higher, less extended handlebar position with the dirt drop stem, I'll be in a slightly more relaxed position. If not, I may have to look at other handlebar options, like maybe an albatross bar.
BD