Today I received my Adjustable Stem from Nashbar.com. It was easy to replace and fit perfectly. The stack height is 40 mm which is identical to the existing stem so I did not need to change any spacers on the headset.The existing stem was actually 100 mm with a 30 degree rise. This stem is 95 mm and I set it for the maximum 40 degree rise. This elevated the handlebars about 1/2 inch and brought the handlebars about 3/4 inch closer to the seat. It felt like a comfortable position and I definitely don't have as much weight on my hands. I will see how it feels after a couple of rides.
First I removed the old stem.
Then I removed the sleeve that is used for 1" Heasdsets on the new stem. Then I adjusted the angle to the maximum 40 degrees. I then installed the new stem.
Here is how it looks completed.
3 comments:
You think everyone needs to adjust this on the bike?. Sounds really useful.
watch out for those cheap adjustable stems! they can be dangerous. imagine what happens to you if a stem breaks. kamakaze
Kamakaze
I was concerned about that also before I ordered it. The design seems pretty robust, so I think the downside is only extra weight which doesn't bother me.
I will keep an eye on it.
Mike
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