[Xrslug]

Ugly is subjective, but I don’t mind ugly (ATMO) if it’s somehow interesting mechanically or otherwise. What I really don’t like are proportions that are off, maybe a crazy high stem, or handlebars and brake levers that are angled awkwardly. I’m trying to overcome my snobbery on that point and remind myself that if the rider is comfortable and happy and riding their bike, then it doesn’t matter. But wow, I really hate handlebars that are angled up too much (per my faultless internal protractor). The unsung benefit of one-piece bar and stem combos is it is impossible to screw this up (albeit still possible to get the levers too high on the bars). Pardon me, some clouds are passing overhead and need a fist shaken at them.