Prove me wrong, but the OP appears to be a one and done. Info overload?
Never have even considered climbing using the drops, even when windy. Don’t know if there would be chest compression in that position, but the pirate (and his doping) seems to make it work. The only time I use the drops is either in a significant headwind or when hitting 18-20 MPH on the flats. Will try descending that way but will take time to get used to.
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