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So, I've been using and testing how it feels like using a drop bar on my mountain bike and there's definitely a different feel mentally and physically. It was also kinda easy to change between them. Especially, if you have a separate brake lever and shifter for each handlebar. 

I've never owned or ridden a road bike. That's why I was curious and wanted to try it out. Luckily, I found a cheap drop bar and other accessories that I bought to set it up. I definitely learned a lot and there are many good videos on youtube that you can learn from.



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Since I've never used a drop bar, at first it does feel weird. I even thought that I set it up all wrong. One thing to note is that I'm not a tall fellow. In fact, when I check out the road bike (thinking of buying one) there never seems to sell a 24inch tire size.

Although, I notice a road bike seat is supposedly much higher set up. A guy on one video said that the seat and the drop bar are much better at the same level. To avoid back and neck pain. That's one thing I'm afraid of. And, I actually did have slight back and neck pain when using the drop bar.



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I decided to buy a new and much shorter bike stem because it seems the back and neck pain is caused by the drop bar being too far in front. And, my err..rather short hands have to stretch out to hold them. There's actually a debate on which is better. A longer or shorter bike stem.

I would say, it depends on you. If it feels good using a shorter bike stem then use it. If not, get a longer one. In spite of the drop bar setup problem, it actually feels nice using them. I always feel like I need and want to go faster. I don't have that kind of feeling when using the normal handlebar.



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I do feel having better control of the bike when using a handlebar. I always use the footpath when riding and there are a lot of stops and weaving through people. Maybe, I'm too used to using a handlebar but if I see a clear path I'll go down on the drop bar and just shoot for speed.

The need for speed is really exhilarating. The other day, I used a different route going home from my sis house and it really felt great. I think I reach my house a little faster when using a drop bar than a straight bar. But, I didn't time myself, didn't bring my speedometer.



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One thing I notice and it seems true is that my hands get numbs when using the handlebar. But, I didn't have that problem when using a drop bar. It's because I keep changing my grips. You can use different parts of the drop bar to hold.

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Now, I've changed back to my normal handlebar but part of me misses the drop bar and the need for speed. The feeling is not the same and even before I tried using the drop bar when on a straight clear path I always feel like going down and forward to speed.

I might one day get a road bike if I found one that suits my height. Though, I've heard of smaller pro cyclists. Like I've said, I ride mostly on the pathway and it's kinda a hassle having to stand at the traffic light. That's why I tried the drop bar on my 24inch tire mountain bike. Which is best for me.

What do you guys think?

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