Originally Posted by
CrimsonEclipse
There is one thing about flat bars that can be dangerous.
They can hold accessories. That alone isn't safe but, if left un checked, a simple light installation can lead to cell phone mounts, extension, bar ends hand stations and suddenly, you have bicycle antlers.
Any evidence any of that's dangerous? Also, people mount plenty of stuff on drop bars. Everything you listed except the bar ends/hand stations, extensions.