Originally Posted by
BarracksSi
Really, for long distances, they're [drops are] nice. You can tuck down out of the wind better when you need to, or change to different hand positions, etc.
Agreed, however a flat bar with aerobars is also a viable option. Both of my hybrids make use of these as it provides more positions for your hands. Only downfall (which one can adapt to) is proximity to the brakes, whereas drops keep you close to the brakes in those hairy situations. Areos are so comfy, one could almost fall asleep