Originally Posted by
FBinNY
As far as your methodology goes, you might
find this of interest.
Otherwise, you're options are limited unless you're willing to give up on the one-piece Cinelli bar. I don't know that they make it with a shorter extension, but even if they do, it'll be pricey.
So short of lengthening you're neighbor, some kind of compromise will need to be made. She can enjoy high fashion in discomfort. Or she can trade style for good fit and comfort. This is a dilemma a woman can appreciate, practical shoes or Jimmy Choos.
Yes. Well. I've already replaced those $600 handlebars with an off-the-rack set - and a new steering stem - from my LBS. That change alone brings the reach to the handlebars closer to the rider by almost three inches! Moving the seat forward on its rails gave me the additional one inch I needed to duplicate the specs on Jane's bike. It should be a much more pleasant ride for her now . . . I hope she'll agree, and then sell the Cinelli bars on e-bay.