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Compared with sitting upright, what does the bent-over drop bar road bike posture offer?

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  1. Mainly a better view of traffic
  2. A potentially faster position
  3. Less work for your legs

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  1. Park Tool: Thinking About Your Ride www.parktool.com/en-us/blog/calvins-corner/thinking-about-your-ride Checked 2026-10-12.

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