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Old 04-13-09 | 01:11 PM
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Originally Posted by scale
How do you properly setup drop bars? Should they be completely flat in the drops or angled down a small bit to get better pull? I find with mine angled down it gives more of a natural hand position. I guess im just looking for advice. I want to setup my brakes in a spot where i can can ride on the hoods but then also make use of my drops in a reasonable position as well.
I think you've answered your own question. It's a very personal set up and the rotation of a few degrees or moving the levers a few mm can make a big difference.

One bit of advice I can give is to set up your bars and levers but don't wrap them until you've settled on where you want the levers.
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