Originally Posted by
hobbes8813
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And if I may ask a follow-up question, are cylocross/interrupter levers are better alternative that can achieve the similar result of being able to have a second braking point on the handlebar?
Yes, cyclocross/interrupter levers are are way better than those old "safety" levers. I use them because I often ride in high-traffic areas (around cars, pedestrians, skateboarders, etc.) and want to have my head up high with a finger on the brakes.
Some handlebars are tapered at the location I want the interrupter levers mounted, so my desire for interrupter levers limits my choices in handlebars.