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@fussballclub thanks Ludwig.
So it seems that the issue is the lack of straight line from stem, across bar shoulders to hoods.
I see that you have that line perfect, whereas mine is a bit skewiff. I am happy to ride and see how I go, replacing bars in the future if I need or want to.
Part of the ethos of this build is learning. As with the cables being taped and cut too early, making the mistake and then rectifying it has etched the lesson more firmly into my brain that just taking pre-hoc advice.
As long as it's not too dumb (blue tyres, drops pointing at the chainring) I would rather eat my own dog food and then adapt.
So, just look forward to telling me that you told-me-so, come spring and the first decent length rides on this bike.
If you are canny, you could buy those Nitto bars, put them in your cupboard and then sell them to me next year for a small profit....