I’m in the process of fitting all 105 components and these prone carbon bars. How do I determine the rotation of the bars? As it is on the photo, the top part is comfortable and reasonably flat, is there a right or wrong position?
Next will be positioning of the levers, do I try get these to be somewhat level with the tops of bars? What about rotation then inwards sightly, or keep both straight?
by BJozi
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Start with a horizontal orientation pointed straight into direction of travel. Then do small adjustments however you like it.
Its probably also a bit to personal preference, i like them more or less flat, but rotated inwards a bit as thats easier on the wrists.. just experiment a bit with what you like…
Is there a right and wrong position? Yes and no.
I’ve had bikes come into the shop and I straight up tell the customer the bike was assembled incorrectly. But some people just have an odd fit!
I start with the bar drops level with the ground. Then, when installing the hoods, I angle the ramp of the hoods upwards 10-15 degrees. Your hoods should come up to meet your hands and a nice natural angle. You shouldn’t be rotating your wrists to hold the hoods, either towards you are away from you.
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