Originally Posted by
cyber.snow
I think I would like to try either a Jones Bar or a Butterfly Bar on my touring bike... and go with a little more sit up and live with the fact that in a head wind I will either have to work harder or ride slower...but then a touring bike isn't about riding at road bike speeds. Let us know what you decide to do and how it turns out.
This is the bar I'm planning.
Nitto Bosco! And yes, I would sacrifice speed in a heartbeat for comfort.
I will definitely report back, but hoping to find others who have successfully ridden upright for tours. I forgot to note that I don't plan on wearing padded shorts. Just regular shorts and undies.