Originally Posted by
BarracksSi
Hmm, ok...
There are handlebars that sweep back even more than that, so as far as the sweep goes, you probably won't have any problems at all.
What I might get concerned about is whether you've introduced some droop to the ends. That can put your wrists at an uncomfortable angle. I wouldn't ride like that for very long, if at all.
Right now, I think you have two options: get a shorter stem, or get a smaller bike.
Absolutely dead on. I had written a post just before yours but somehow it got wiped out but I was saying the same thing.
I do think this all goes back to the fact that the bike is too big. Parts can be bought or interchanged but still, it does not seem like this is a good, comfortable fit for the rider.
If trading it in for the next smaller size is an option, I would rip off the dealer's arm to get the better sized bike.
Just my opinion mind you but I do not think you could put a price on years of discomfort or dissatisfaction, especially when it can easily be avoided.
Frustration will
always sour a 'great deal'...