Originally Posted by
DrIsotope
Scary: in the drops, butt sticking as far back as you can to keep the rear tire on the ground, going down a washed-out 15%
Scarier: when your shorts get stuck on the saddle as you go over a bump, and your rear wheel and buttocks become one mechanism
My solution was to get used to riding the descents on the hoods. It has its nervy moments, but nothing close to the white knuckle terror of being in the drops when its steep and loose. I have a 90mm stem and set my bars just below level with my saddle. Its not an aggressive look but it is proving to be more painless and less bloody, plus I can descend more quickly. Recently I rotated the bars further back so I can reach the brake levers more easily. I will get off and walk the bike. I've also hooked my shorts up on my saddle - like Stan Laurel on a step ladder, but not funny.