I've been hunting around for information on the relative merits of riser bars vs. flat bars. I have flat bars on my hardtail (circa 1996), but my full-suspension bike (bought this year) came with Race Face Next XC Low Riser bars.

Does anyone know the merits of each type of bar?

What is your preference?

My bar is 26", and that seems really wide to me.

Thanks!

Alex