Originally Posted by
crank_addict
I can see where the drop hand grip could be a problem but do like the many possible hand positions. Been riding on these drop clamps direct from Japan. This bike has been going thru changes since but you can see where I extended the length on the grip.
Take a look at Salsa Woodchippers. I picked them over the Midge specifically for more road-sized drops. I find the flare to the bars fits my body wonderfully. With the right positioning of the bar and brakes, they give a great position in the drops as well as on the brake hoods (even if the pure MTB drop bar guys shun using the hoods)
Curious what everyone is running for pressure in a mid/upper 30's width tire? I'm only 160# and don't have a problem with pinch flats currently, but I've also been running tires pretty near their max inflation rating. I let some out midway through my last ride because the washboard was getting to me, but curious what range I should be looking at here?