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[Closed] Handle bar + Brake lever / shifter positioning on a roadbike advice needed!

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 rhid
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hello,

I picked up a Saracen Hack a few weeks ago and am now starting to get some significant riding on it. I am stuggling to find the "right" position for the bars and brake levers.

Currently if I am riding in the drops (which is not my most usual of riding positions) I really have to struggle to reach the brake levers. This is far from ideal so I need to (in the first instance) rotate the bars forwards to bring the lever tips inline with my hands while leaving the hoods in a comfortable position. Bascially I am lost and would be grateful if someone can post up a few pics of thier set up so at least I can have an idea or reference point. I know its all personal tastes and comfort but I need to ride home tonight and any help and words of wisdom would be great.

Also Has anyone got and Adjustor inserts for Shimano Sora 2013 brake/shifters? THe bike didnt come with any and every play I have tried have none in stock. If so let me know and we can work something out.

Thanks

Rhid


 
Posted : 03/03/2014 9:58 am
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Have the ends of the bars parallel to the ground and the hoods pointing slightly upwards. This is a good starting point

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Remember to move the hoods not just rotate the bars


 
Posted : 03/03/2014 10:09 am

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