Originally Posted by
FBOATSB
My current set up seems to allow to stay on the drops and remain comfortable. I think a pair of friction barcons would be ideal for me because taking one hand off to shift in my present physical condition is a little too wibbly wobbly. Currently looking at two sets on Ebay. Which would you recommend?
Don't know much about barcons but I'm on a five speed freewheel and a low budget. New ones seem to be crazy expensive.
Suntour bar ends seem to get a lot of love and when I've checked, they're priced accordingly, i.e. $50+.
If you're willing to go with brand new Shimano, these are $54:
Shimano SL-BS64 8SPD Barend Shifters > S > Shimano | Jenson USA
They can be used in friction, which you would use for your 5-speed. They can also be used as indexed for 8-speed.
Good luck, have fun!