The disconcerting aspect of stem mounted shifters is, when the cyclist
stands on the pedals to sprint or climb, the levers and mount lacerate the
knees and/or puncture the kneecaps.
Your pal,
Rick "just acquired a Raleigh Competition" Chasteen
Kansas City
> Just out of curiosity, what is it, exactly, that makes stem mounted
shifters
> "ridiculous"?? Stop guffawing, you veteran experts. I really want to
know.
>
> John Dunn in Napa Valley