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Old 05-20-21 | 11:51 AM
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Originally Posted by tough_boots
I’d like to move into the world of risers (or maybe bullhorns). Can anyone suggest a narrow-ish riser?
I have found that the fewer the hand positions, the wider I like my bars.

Originally Posted by tough_boots
what the hell is the difference between a $15 riser and a similar appearing $60 riser?
Materials, design, craftsmanship, durability, and weight.

Originally Posted by tough_boots
Short pull interrupter levers with my current caliper… does that do me right? Should I keep the drops and just put levers on the top?.
I can't stand those things, myself. If you go with a riser, put some proper brake levers by the grips; they just feel better. If you go with a bullhorn, consider bar-end reverse brake levers.

Originally Posted by tough_boots
I also don’t want to spend a ton of money but at the same time will buy quality parts when I need to upgrade.
Buy once, cry once.
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