Originally Posted by
RittleLedHiding
Thanks everyone for all the tips and suggestions. I adjusted the seat height and the fore/aft positioning using KOPS. I also used the non spd side of the pedals with regular shoes as Cale suggested. Today was the first time I tried the 100mm stem (6 degree) and it felt the best compared to the 90 and 110. Overall, not much pain or discomfort after 30 miles.
I do feel like I have to get way too low when trying to ride in the drops though. I will try a 100mm with 17 degrees next as suggested by Topflightpro to raise it some. I think this would get me pretty close. If it doesn't, I'll look into getting a basic bike fit.
Shuffleman, I was told the $375 bike fit uses computers, etc so it probably isn't a basic fitting. I will look into next if the higher stem doesn't work.
Bigdo13, I did tear it at 26 from basketball...why do you ask? Is it common for cyclists to tear their ACLs at an older age?
If you got your seat height and setback sorted, measure your seat to bar distance and I believe you will find the 110mm stem is perfect.
I'd also put in a lot of miles riding on the hoods before you decide to raise the bars with an upside down 17 degree stem. You will spend most of your time on the hoods, and as you gain some flexibility, you will find it gets easier to go lower to hit the drops.