The idea behind the conversion was to try ballloon-ish tires with drop bars. I've seen a lot of people doing 650B conversions on their drop bar bikes and thought this might simulate/emulate that. While the tires were interesting, they are not compelling enough for me to tolerate otherwise poor ergonomics. The ergonomics is why I plan to switch back.
I am long-waisted and have long arms. The frame has a relatively short top tube that works with an upright riding position. The bars are close-in to my body and my arms are relaxed (not reaching out or carrying any weight). The saddle is also ill-suited to drop bars. Once I have to reach forward, I might as well just ride my road bike.
I've considered other upright bars but don't have plans to buy yet another set of bars.
Yesterday's ride was on my road bike.
