Joined: Sep 2009
Posts: 2,067
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From: USA
Bikes: 84 Pinarello Trevisio, 86 Guerciotti SLX, 96 Specialized Stumpjumper, 2010 Surly Cross Check, 88 Centurion Prestige, 73 Raleigh Sports, GT Force, Bridgestone MB4
I actually set up similar, though prefer more aggressive set up slightly with a somewhat smaller frame. I like plenty of standover. But it is top tube I put my priority on as long as I can get my saddle to the correct height without exceeding the limit I am golden.
I do set my brakes even with the bottoms. I do point my bars to the rear brake. I was taught that by an old Italian bike racer turned mechanic.
But rules are rules and rules are to be broken because everybody is not the same, I get that. I especially loath slammed saddles and high bars but they are not my bikes and if the owner is enjoying it, then he/she is golden too.
J