Originally Posted by 46x17
Just wondering why handlebars sweep back/up.
I was told it is more ergonomic and I can see that on really wide bars but not for narrower ones.
Also, wouldn't an agreesive sweep put too much pressure on the outside of your palms?
Is it a fashion thing?
i think you might be over analyzing it.
with your elbows up and flexed and levers adjusted accordingly...everything falls inline pretty well on swept bars