Originally Posted by
caloso
Sorry, I'm not trying to be obtuse. What does BTDT mean. I'm not familiar with that abbreviation.
Secondly, are you trying to say that drop bars are not safe for riding in your situation? Because you feel they offer less control?
1. BTDT: Been There Done That.
2. I'm saying that they are not AS safe as a good flatbar setup w/good access to brake and qiuck-fire at the same time. Can you hit the brakes HARD, downshift 4 gears and be ready to up shift 2 gears all at once with a set of drops? I have to do that 1/2 doz times or more just getting across town during the day. Flat Bar Cx rigs are very popular here.