These classic racing handlebars, as used on road or track bicycles. The bars are designed with three basic parameters; reach, drop, and width. They can be further classified into three categories: classic, typically having a long reach and a deep drop, compact, featuring a shorter reach and a shallow drop, and ergo or anatomic, described below. Drop bars may have one or two longitudinal indentations so that the brake and shift cables protrude less when they are wrapped under the bar tape. They may also have a flattened top section.