Originally Posted by
phrantic09
I’m a little behind on the thread, but same here too. I find myself the fastest on the hoods just like you say.
On yesterday's ride, there's a flattish straight stretch that goes on for a couple miles. I tried moving up on the hoods, but there's really no secure position for that on 2nd generation Ergo levers. Easier to just get into the drops, because it allows me a more stable, secure position that lowers and flattens my back.
I suppose I could drop $100 and get new 10 speed Veloce brifters......
Then I'd need another 50 to recable....
Another 20 for new bar tape.....
While I'm at it, that bar is 13 years old. Probably could stand replacing, there's another $50-100.....
And the pedal spindles seem a little loose. Should replace those....
But they're old Looks, so if I replace those with new Keos, I'll need to replace the pedals on the other 3 bikes......