Originally Posted by
Michael Novo
As I become more fit and comfortable on the bike I find myself using the bar ends more and leaning down. I'm thinking about converting the bike to drop bars and was wondering if that's a practical or realistic thought on this model / frame.
Aside from the technical aspect of a drop conversion, I'd say you may just work on your postion and core muscles. Flat back is a valid position for flats, and not exclusive to drop bars.
Your elbows should be bent at all times yet with very little weight on the bars, this requires fairly strong core muscles. Try keeping your forearms parallel to the ground when climbing
You are getting used to the proper position for a bicycle (flat back,) regardless of bar shape. I don't see an urgent need for a drop conversion