Originally Posted by bhtooefr
Ah, but while riding in the city, you should be upright so you can take in and process your surroundings, and see that car before you hit it. Which directly conflicts, but that's why I said to get inline levers.
That would be a matter of opinion. I see just fine on my racing bike while riding on the hoods. Our messengers tend to favor a more aero position while riding in heavy traffic. Of course those guys are nuts anyhow.