Originally Posted by
jdogg111
Hi all, looking to convert a drop bar Cannondale 9 speed to a flat bar using existing brakes/shifters. Is there any issues to be aware of when doing this. Seems straight forward to me, just turn them sideways and mount, just wondering if they will be snug enough to rely on . Anyone done this, your input would be valued. Thanks
If you go in based on how it seems you are doomed. Road and MTB are barely interchangeable. Manufacturers change the diameters of the bars and clamps, pull ratios, other criteria to make conversions tricky and expensive to remain at the same quality level. Proceed with caution.