Originally Posted by
diesel_dad
Bar height also has an effect. With a higher bar -- you will need a shorter stem. I just converted from flat bars to drop bars on my Brodie Ocho. I found that I needed a 30mm shorter stem with a rise vs. 110 mm and no rise. Most bike shops do have take-off stems in a box that you can try.
Can't say I agree. Raising the bar should reduce reach, requiring a longer stem.
I think changing bar types may be confusing the issue.