Bike Fit Video: Handlebar Reach and Drop

In this video I go over how handlebar reach and drop are measured and what they mean to the cyclist's fit.Plus a bonus tip on how to set up shifters on a bike so they're perfectly even every time.https://youtu.be/VY0RzAT4YI0Handlebar reach and drop are simple measurements for bike fitting, but ones that are frequently over-looked.  They each affect a different aspect of the rider's fit and it's important to understand what they mean.Most manufacturers provide handlebar reach and drop measurements on their website and so accessing this information is usually very simple.  If you can't access the information easily -- perhaps with an older handlebar or one that is no longer made anymore -- I show how to simply measure the handlebar reach and drop.Finally, a number of times a year I have a client in my fit studio with fit problems that stem from poorly aligned shifters.  When they are uneven - and one rides higher than the other - it can cause the rider to have unequal shoulder positions, a twist in the spine, and ultimately a skewed sitting posture.  All because of a few millimeters difference in shifter position.  Bike shops get their bikes shipped to them about 70% pre-built, and the shifters are already attached to the bars.  They're not checked to make sure they're even and so these little differences can go unnoticed and create problems for the rider.In the video is a simple tip that I use to get perfect shifter alignment every time.  It can be used to get perfect shifter alignment no matter the position you're trying to achieve.Handlebar reach and drop are often over-looked in favor of changing stem length or sliding the saddle for bike fit changes.  Knowing what they mean to the rider is important though for dialing in proper positioning.What other questions do you have about this topic?  I get my best article and video ideas from your questions so please don't hesitate to reach out via email or social media.