Originally Posted by
Barrettscv
I think it's going to come down to if I want STI "brifters" or not. I like STI on road bikes, but have had bar-end shifters too. The bar-end shifters are easier to use with mittins and heavy gloves.
I'm putting an unusual handlebar on the bike. see:
http://somafab.blogspot.com/2010/12/...-launched.html
I'll try installing the brifters I have and see if I like the fit before deciding on the brake system.
If I end-up with bar-end shifters, I'll possible go with V brakes.
I used to commute with brifters and have had my gloves get caught between the shift paddle and the brake lever a couple of times. The two bikes I ride during cold commutes both have flat bars, so no more problem with that.
Be careful on that bar you want. Soma lists it as a 22.2 grip area, so brifters won't fit. You could probably shim them though. Also, most 22.2 bars won't accept bar end shifters, you might want to check what the inside diameter is.