Originally Posted by
Oakman
I always heard the same thing about road bike riding position being good for the back/spine by extending and strengthening. Also it allows more flexibility over bumpy surfaces. But lately I see many older riders saying an upright position is better for their backs. I can see where it might help neck/shoulder/wrist pain, but not the back.
Most lack the core strength to tilt forward without putting to much pressure on the hands.
Others just have physical limitations for many, many reasons.
Others like a low saddle so they can go 'feet on the ground' at all stops.
Others just like to sit up and go slow. Look at nature.
I believe in the road bike position.