Randoing? One of the show-stopping unforeseen problems is Shermer's neck. There is a position element: decrease the angle between the upper back and neck. Your new position helps with that. If you could work on further reducing the rounding in your upper back, that would help, too. Drop your shoulder blades down your back. Imagine a helium balloon attached to the back of your helmet, lifting your head and moving it back. Neck and dumbell exercises are also helpful. You might try that if you ever get a sore neck.

Many successful rando riders have their bars level with their saddle. Of course the fast boys use a slammed stem, but they're fast.