I'm a fan of classic curve bars and I think they still have a lot to offer for most riders. Many in the Pro peleton are still using them as well. They have an easier reach to the brake levers and allow you to adjust your hand position to find where you like rather than a one position fits all approach. Some will like ergo bars better but I think that classic curve bars are better all rounders. Having said that I'm currently using some Ritchey Biomax bars although the way I'm using them they are very shallow, very tight classic curve bars with a reverse curve extension below which I don't really use.

Regards, Anthony