Thanks for the input Queerpunk, Topflight & Carleton.

Queerpunk - i will definitely investigate the addition of a 120mm stem and see how that changes things before going for a 130. It makes sense because I was worried that my elbows were too close to my knees when comparing to other images of track riders I have seen. Most images show a lot more clear space between the knee and the elbow.

Carleton - Unfortunately I’m not in a position to change the frame so can’t do anything about the top tube length at this stage. Is there anything I can do in stem length / angle to account for this suggestion or is it purely about moving the front axle forward for the hand positioning?

TopFlight - I could look at flipping the stem or getting shorter drop bars. The stem is already as high on the fork steerer as it can go ( was hoping to drop the stem and cut the steerer for stiffness and cosmetic reasons but happy to leave this alone)

thanks again for your time guys