Is 50mm stem good?
The individual, their bike, and fit are all going to come into play here, but I’m going to go out on a limb and say that most people are probably best off on a 50mm stem with between 760-780mm bars. The longer stem will help you keep the front wheel weighted on climbs and in corners better than a short stem.
What is the standard size of MTB stem?
MTB bars are usually 25.4mm (standard) or 31.8mm OS (oversize) in diameter, with the latter standard now actually the most common owing to its properties of strength and stiffness.
Is 70mm stem too short for road bike?
The sweet spot is generally accepted as being 100mm to 120mm, but not everyone agrees. ‘It’s a bit of a cliché that a too-short stem will over-quicken the handling. ‘Needing a 70mm-80mm stem probably means bike sizing needs to be reviewed, but many riders are happy to ride a 70 or 80 or 90mm stem without difficulty.
Is 60mm stem too long?
A longer stem shifts your body weight towards the front of the bike and puts you in a better pedaling position, especially on those steep climbs. For those aggressive trail bikes out there, we recommend using a stem in the 50-60mm length range.
How short should a MTB stem be?
On most modern mountain bikes you should be aiming for a stem length somewhere between 50mm and 80mm. Long stems are more stable when climbing using narrow handlebars. That’s it.
How short is too short stem?
To put a (rough) number to it, a long stem is 100-120mm, very long stems are 130mm or more, and anything less than 90mm can be considered a short stem.
How do I know my bike stem size?
Know the length by measuring from the middle bolt of the bike’s headset top to the center of the handlebar. Ensure that you measured the length in centimeters or millimeters. A bike stem length usually runs in 10 mm increments and starts from 70 mm to 140 mm.
What is the best stem length MTB?
The best average stem length for modern mountain bikes falls between 50 mm and 80 mm. Shorter stems allow for quicker handling and are preferred by many downhill riders, whereas cross-country riders enjoy longer stems for their superior climbing performance.
How do I know if my stem is too short?
If the stem length is correct, the handlebars should completely hide the front hub. If you can see the hub in front of the handlebar, the stem is too short.
How long should my bike stem be?
Ideally, the stem should be long enough to place some of the rider’s weight over the front wheel to stabilise the steering and improve grip on the road. At the same time, the stem should provide a steering arc that complements the head angle and trail of the bike.
Can a MTB stem be too short?
So from the Mondraker experiment I would say that at least for now 10 mm is too short. From my testing and the testing of our coaches and friends we believe the ideal is 35-50 mm and 60-70 mm a compromise for riders with frames that are too short. Frame length (reach and chainstay) for better bike handling.