I've been riding for about two years now pretty regularly. I have a Specialized Sequoia which fits me well. I've noticed this year that I am always riding in the drops...it just seems to be the position I naturally assume. The angle on my stem is pretty wide and I'm wondering if I'd be better off switching to one that drops my bars a little lower or one that is a little longer. I don't feel cramped when I'm in the hoods. My seat is about as high as I can get and sits a bit above my bars. I think part of it is that my upper back and shoulders are stronger and can support a more "aero" position. I am not a racer but I do ride distances. I have a century coming up in 4 weeks and I'm not sure what I should do.