I just got back from my first test ride with my new 38cm Nitto 021's. They are so rediculously perfect, I don't know where to begin...

the flats on the tops are about 3.5" in either direction with my thomson elite stem. enough for a hand.

however the angled shoulders are so comfortable to ride on that i never really gripped the flats like i was used to on my road drops.

the drops of the bars are perfect for skidding, it's amazing how much farther forward i can put my weight. just low enough for a great aero position, without the same strain as a deep drop. gets me as low as i ever need to be in the city.

but by far my favorite parts are the ends. it puts me in the perfect position for hauling ass and climbing. way way more comfortable than drops. i'm guessing the 38cm bars have a shorter reach than their larger counterparts.

even at 38cm, it's not cramped in any way.

by far the best set of bars i've ever had the pleasure to use. i'm so psyched.