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Old 10-18-21, 11:04 AM
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pepperbelly
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Originally Posted by Ludkeh
I'm 73 and still ride my Specialized Roubaix. But I realized that I've become much less flexible. The drop bar setup was for my younger self. (my mind thinks it's 30 but my body says "I don't think so" !) So I added a stem extension,letting me sit more upright. It makes my riding much more comfortable. Not very aerodynamic but I really don't care. I'd rather not have a stiff neck and numb wrists.
i have the same bike. I am only 63 so I will learn from your advanced age experience.
What stem extension did you get?
So far I am good riding the hoods but I don’t use the drops. If I get more decrepit as I get older I might get an extension.
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