When I went for a ride today, I checked out my knee to the crank. It looks on top of it to me.

I think it just depends on the person. I do have short arms and that might be why I find the Pilot WSD so comfortable. Who knows?

But the main thing is that guy is cranky and out to prove he's right so I'd steer clear of him and find someone who is most interested in finding what is comfortable for you.