Road bike: How to choose between drop handlebars and flat handlebars?
Flat handlebars or drop handlebars? This is often a difficult decision that novices usually face. Generally, those who have this dilemma are beginners or commuters. When this question arises, you need to understand the characteristics of the two different handlebar types
The most common application scenario of flat handlebars is on mountain bikes. So why do mountain bikes use this type of handlebar? The reason is very straightforward, just to achieve good control. Since its birth, mountain bikes have been designed to cope with complex unpaved roads, on which riders are required to control the vehicle extremely flexibly. At the same time, the relatively heavy front fork of mountain bikes also requires greater leverage to improve steering flexibility. Therefore, very wide handlebars and mountain bikes are a perfect match, and the heavier the mountain bike, the wider its handlebars.
The width of the drop handlebar is usually in the range of 380-440, which is almost the same as the width of the shoulder. The characteristic of the curved handlebar is that it has many different grip positions. During long-term riding, you can choose different positions according to road conditions and your own needs. |
