if the frame is an old 'un then bar end shifters were the norm on racing bikes back in the 50's & 60's (Campag/Simplex etc.) but if the frame is 1970's onwards then down tube shifters would have been the preferred choice for the majority of cyclists, bottom line however is what feels to be more comfortable for you as a rider to use rather than maybe just going for a look......if you have access then try both types if still unsure!Midlife":3qdqqxyy said:BITD bar end shifters were for touring bikes................downtube shifters were for "racers"
Shaun
Midlife":fj62t90b said:BITD bar end shifters were for touring bikes................downtube shifters were for "racers"
Shaun
vivelesalpes":ah9yk7ik said:Midlife":ah9yk7ik said:BITD bar end shifters were for touring bikes................downtube shifters were for "racers"
Shaun
As the man said....
Minutes before he died?
Not a great advert for bar end shifters...