Joined: Jul 2002
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From: Sacramento, California, USA
Bikes: Specialized Tarmac, Canyon Exceed, Specialized Transition, Ellsworth Roots, Ridley Excalibur
It's a common misconception that you need a flat bar to get a higher bar. While it's true that most flat bars are set up higher than drop bars, the shape and the height are independent variables. So, as others have said, try a new stem first.