I've always used the lower drop handlebar position very sparingly, mostly just for sprinting. I mostly have my hands on the hoods. My last ride, I thought i'd give the drop bars a try and used them for 90% of the ride. I was pretty amazed that my average pace was one of the highest I've had all year without pushing my hardest(felt soar from the beginning) and with wind blowing in my face. My control when cornering was also much greater, that was something that I've struggled with.
It wasn't all positive though, I felt a weird twinge going from my lower back through my leg. It was very quick and went away, but definitely something to keep an eye on. Also, I find it more difficult to hand signal in the drops. Guess i'll just have to get use to them.
Do you often use the drop handlebar position? If so, does it improve your average speed and is it comfortable for you?
It wasn't all positive though, I felt a weird twinge going from my lower back through my leg. It was very quick and went away, but definitely something to keep an eye on. Also, I find it more difficult to hand signal in the drops. Guess i'll just have to get use to them.
Do you often use the drop handlebar position? If so, does it improve your average speed and is it comfortable for you?