STEMS
2009 Thomson X4 Stem
For all the weight that supposed to make Thomson stems strong, here's a shocker. The Thomson X4 stem, designed for 31.8mm handlebars only, is stronger and lighter than their Elite stem. We don't understand how that happened, either. Still, It's a welcome direction as the Elite is a pig when used ...read more
2009 Thomson Elite X4 Onepointfive Stem
For all the weight that supposed to make Thomson stems strong, here's a shocker: the Thomson X4 Onepointfive stem, designed for 31.8mm handlebars only, is both stronger and lighter than their Elite stem. We don't understand how that happened, either, but we consider it the standard for all ...read more
2009 Twenty6 Stem
We find it easy to like CNC-machined stems. Done right they're light, strong, and good-looking. We like when Twenty6 does it, like the F1.2 and F1.5 stems. These guys ride, invent, modify, improve, sell, improve some more, all in Montana. They started with the F1.2 for 1-1/8" steerers, and ...read more
2009 Twenty6 F1 Direct Mount Stem
Twenty6 is one of those companies that make us happy we're in the bike biz -- a small outfit making cool stuff based on their riding. The Twenty6 F1 direct mount stem is a fruit of their garage tinkering, a high-tech garage with 3D computer modeling programs and CNC machinery on the garage ...read more
2009 Syntace F119 31.8 Stem with Ti Bolt Kit
Take the wonderful Syntace F119 31.8mm stem, add a full complement of titanium bolts, and the end result is a truly world-class stem. Not only do the titanium bolts shave 13-grams from this already light stem, but they also add significant corrosion resistance. When Syntace decided to bring ...read more
2009 Syntace F119 31.8 Stem
When Syntace decided to bring the F119 stem the to 31.8mm standard, they didn't just slap on a larger clamp and put the stem on the market. No, no, Syntace upped the diameter of all portions of the F119 in order to keep strength and stiffness consistent. After all, it doesn't matter how stiff ...read more
2009 Syntace Superforce 31.8 Stem
The Syntace Superforce 31.8 stem is ideal for freeride and downhill applications, yet it's as light as many current cross country stems. Syntace was able to make this lightweight, strong stem by 3D-forging their special alloy. Syntace has long been in the business of producing some of the most ...read more
2009 Syntace Titanium Bolt M6x16mm
These Syntace Titanium bolts bring aerospace quality to the bicycle world. Featuring a conical head to save weight, and rolled threads for optimal strength, these are some of the best fasteners money can buy. Shave weight from Syntace steerer tube clamps on the VRO, F119, F139, Superforce, ...read more
2006 Easton EA70 Stem 25.4mm
Easton seems to have invaded Ritchey's niche -- no-nonsense lightweight parts. Easton's aluminum stems and bars aren't particularly flashy, but are light and durable. The EA-70 stem is a practical, forged, all-metal, lightweight stem that is sure to last forever. The faceplate is the distinctive ...read more
2009 Easton EA70 OS Four Bolt Stem
Easton's EA70 is an ultralight oversized road stem, featuring fully replaceable chromoly bolts with stainless steel hardware. You don't have to fret about stripping your stem when you remove or adjust your handlebar: All of the EA70's faceplate hardware can be replaced. The EA70 is ...read more
