Originally Posted by operator
The particuarly device manufacturer was Jtek. I don't think they are the only ones however. You should get used to braking from the hoods.
LOL. Been biking for well over 30 years. I am quite used to braking from the hoods.
But my commuter bike has flat bars and thumb shifters... I prefer the upright position when in heavy traffic, but I want to go back to drop bars for that bike... So the compromise is drop bars with "upright" brakes and brifters for fast shifting.
I'll stick to downtube shifters and "braking from the hoods" for my "fun bike."
I think now I understand your concern. Don't sweat it. I'm good, I just want options.