Originally Posted by
bonsai171
So I don't do any regular racing or group rides. Most of my riding is solo, but I do plan to do a TT this year. I mostly got the aero bars to get more comfortable on the bike. On longer rides, I need the extra position to give me more hand placement options. Part of it was pure curiosity, wanting to experiment with aero and see how much faster I can go.
Funny you should mention that. Ultra distance racers quite often favor aero bars on a regular road bike.
Originally Posted by
bonsai171
In any case, going back to my original question, how long of a stem should I try with clip on aero bars? Currently running a 110mm.
I wouldn't recommend changing the fit of your other hand positions unless they too feel stretched out. However, seeing as you already have a 100mm stem in your parts bin, it wouldn't hurt to throw it on for a few rides and see how it feels. I have gone as short as 90 and as long as 120 and honestly find little to no difference in handling or response.