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Old 07-15-07, 04:01 PM
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Originally Posted by BluesDawg
The Ergobars you linked would be essentially the same as flat bars with bar ends, but more trouble to install. The moustache bars would not be a good choice if you are already concerned about the reach being too far. Normally you would use a shorter reach stem than normal when switching to them. "Tip: Most people, switching from drops to Moustache H'bars, prefer a stem about 2cm to 4cm shorter in the extension." - Riv. I have found that to be true on the bike I use them on.

While looking at the Rivendell site, do you think the Albatross or Dove bars would be better?
Thank you for the info. I like the Albatross bars a lot.
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