Originally Posted by
DnvrFox
Please explain the advantage of a straight bar over a drop bar at the same height. Somehow, I just don't get it??
A straight bar removes hand positions, and if the drop bar is the same height - well, I just can't figure it out. Also, I don't think lots of folks are switching to straight bars, but maybe we need a poll?
I agree. I've never understood this!
Not only can you put the top of the bars in the same place as the straight bars, but you can stretch down and arch your back, you can snuggle up against the brake hoods, you can put them lots of places. The nitto noodle is plenty wide, too, so you can really get your chest open and breathing.
If it's just a handlebar issue, though, why can't the OP put a straight bar on the Waterford?
BTW, the best thing I learned from this group about neck pain was to tilt your head in a different angle every time you look up.