KO Kevin

I agree with Bryan. If you can ride all day long in the drops, I suggest that your bars aren't low enough. Riding in the drops should be a choice of better aerodynamics over comfort. You should be able to sustain an effort in the dropped position, but it shouldn't be too comfortable. If it is, try lowering your bars to give yourself an even more aerodynamic option.

Kevin

-----Original Message-----
From: obra-bounces@list.obra.org [mailto:obra-bounces@list.obra.org] On Behalf Of Erik Voldengen
Sent: Monday, June 08, 2009 3:56 PM
To: Bryan Curry
Cc: obra@list.obra.org
Subject: Re: [OBRA Chat] Tip for PIR Novice Men Part 2

> Got it?  In the drops means flat back for aerodynamics.  On the hoods
> for comfort.  Elbows bent both times for stability and control.

I very much disagree. If you can't ride in the drops comfortably, get your bike fit set up such that you can.

Riding in the drops is safer, especially to the crowd you're addressing.

-Erik
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