I have a Wald 867 bar I was thinking about using on a bike, but the pull-back sections, at the ends, seem too short for normal brake levers. Have seen Tektro Rx-4.1 levers, and am wondering if these could be used with the Wald bar, or would the lever extend so far forward that the drop section of the bar would interfere with the lever. What about reverse levers on upright bars in general -- are they awkward?

Reverse break levers are used on up right bars all the time. The idea is you use your 2 strong fingers at the end of the lever, where you get the most mechanical advantage, and your thumb and 2 weaker fingers to steer the bike. Some people think there is a danger of forwarded facing levers catching something as you ride.

Wald 867 with the exact levers you were considering.

My wife's bike. She loves those brakes

Thanks, folks. May just have to give it a try.

always wanted to try those.... except i am always using bar end shifters.