Originally Posted by
practical
As stated at the top, these tips are for riders who want to go faster. When shortening your handlebars, use your shoulder width as a guide. You want your arms parallel to the bike's top tube. I know there is some disagreement about tires and speed, but I just say, try it and see for yourself.
T do this, I would have to disconnect my arms at the shoulders.....................
And handling and steering quickness, while feeling different, are not really faster. But the ride sure is more harsh. Ifyu are talking going from 50 to 28 in tires, you might see a difference in speed (and you will be dealing with a HUGE difference in pressure); but, the difference between 35 and 28 in miniscule, at best.