Hi Ken, you where saying:
KP>Typical "utility" trips are under five miles.  Unless it is very windy 
(which
KP>it can be around here) the drop handle bars are not any particular 
advantage.
KP>I would note that touring bikes have drop handle bars . . . but then tours
KP>are typically much more than five miles.
A friend of mine across the road, has a racing cycle, with drop handle
bars. I went and had a new look at them, and the bike :)) and I must
agree with you there. I also notice, that many of the long distance
tourers do have drop handle bars even so the rest is build like a MTB.
> > OK, don't like them straight handlebars of MTB or drop handlebars
> > myself and if I remember rightly, some of the bikes in all kinds of
> > races are now having drop handlebars in combination with handles on
> > top, to rest the arms on, and I would say the  neck and back as well:)
KP>The "handles on top, to rest the arms on" are "aerobars" and their purpose 
is
KP>to improve the aerodynamic position of the rider on the bike.  They are
KP>typically used in special types of races (i.e., time trials).  They are 
ot
KP>normally used on long stage races or criteriums.  I see some people using
KP>those aerobars in inappropriate situations, where they are actually
KP>dangerous, as you don't have as good control for quick maneuvering.
Aerobars....hmmmm wonder what the experts come up sith next...>
There is one thing I wanted to ask you. There seem to be a much larger
selection of sizes of frames and handle bars available, so many, that
it is a bit confusing to select the right one to suit your body size.
What would be the criteria to choose the right one for your size?
I also noticed, that the size of wheels seems to be measured differently
then in the past.....e.g. the tyres for my bike where 26"x 1.50" I replaced
them with 26"x 1.75 which should be rally 26"x1 3/4"....Now I noticed, that
the tyre size is 47mmx559mm, which doesn't quite make sens....or does it?
The old standard size wheel I knew used to be 28 inches....which is
probably the size you are using on your bike?
Happy riding....
Greetings from sunny Redland....Bill :)
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