When. When does it ever make sense. Do you put your hands into the hoods?
See my earlier reply.
Also, for some levers the hoods are a more integral piece of the design. They have more functions than to provide cushion for the hand.
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See my earlier reply.
Also, for some levers the hoods are a more integral piece of the design. They have more functions than to provide cushion for the hand.