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I've noticed the prevalence of these curved bars on most new MTBs instead of flat bars--which was on
the bike i bought, btw.
What is the reason for this? I would think it creates a more upright position and reduce pain in the
wrist/forearm area... but I've been on some 15-30 mile rides and haven't experienced any discomfort.
As far as handling alone goes I like the feel of my flat bar bike over all the other bikes I test
rode with the curved bars
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Quoted message said:I've noticed the prevalence of these curved bars on most new MTBs instead of flat bars--which was
on the bike i bought, btw.What is the reason for this? I would think it creates a more upright position and reduce pain in
the wrist/forearm area... but I've been on some 15-30 mile rides and haven't experienced any
discomfort. As far as handling alone goes I like the feel of my flat bar bike over all the other
bikes I test rode with the curved bars
Some bikes were never designed to use a riser bar, your bike is probably one of them.
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