![]() ![]() So, let's begin with the Credence Turtleneck BMX stem made by the one and only S&M. Check them out and leave a comment at the end with your thoughts. The following list features a relatively even mix of top load and front load stems from many different BMX manufacturers around the world. If you're notorious for heavy landings or front wheel landings and believe that this factor could affect the stem itself then a top load stem may be the best idea for you. I don't believe this argument to have much basis as the front plate hugs the bars well and can actually support a lot of abuse in itself without compromising the bolts. Some people argue that front load stems are less reliable and weaker due to the fact that all dissipating force will be spread over the stem bolts, which over time could wear on the bolts and cause them to fail or seize. If you're being pedantic then you can find several factors that could affect the decision of one over the other but the only significant factor is the aesthetics of each of them. For example, a shorter stem that keeps the bars closer to the head tube will allow you to bring the back of your bike up much easier and let you lock in your front stalls and nose manuals.įront load or top load stem is a popular question in the world of BMX. What most people don't know is that just a small difference in stem angle or size can give you a much easier time when trying to do certain tricks. ![]() Unless you're an experienced rider who knows exactly what feel they need for their riding style or over six and a half feet tall the style and size of your stem won't affect you much. I don't blame people for not putting as much thought into BMX bike stems as they do when buying wheels or frames. She might like to have a break from carrying him all the time and it *would* be an excuse for me to install a blingy new part that I would never otherwise spend that much $$ on.BMX stems! One of the most underappreciated bike parts I believe. Right now he rides on my wife's bike when we go for family rides and I tow his older brother up the climbs with a tow-rope. He's nearly outgrown the seat though, so I've been debating whether $200 is worth it for him to be able to ride with me for a year or less. The Yoshimura ENDH stem has a really low stack-height that would leave me room for the spacer, but it's like $200, which to me is an obscene price for a chunk of milled Al, but still quite a bit cheaper than a new CSU for my fork. When my bike was built up the steerer tube was cut w/o my input and is too short to have any spare stack height, so I can't put the spacer required to mount my youngest kid's mac-ride seat on it. I'm actually having the *opposite* quandary right now. There's 0 product liability concerns for a cheap Chinese mfr., whereas a company that actually has a business entity in US/EU countries is going to be greatly concerned about legal liability related to product defects and design their products accordingly, even if they are also produced in China. As others have said, plenty of cheap-ish name brand stems are available that probably won't break and cause you to injure yourself. " Every cyclist has something to teach and something to learn." Randonneuring (very long-distance cycling)Įmbs's (Fairly) Definitive Guide to Cold Weather Clothingĭoc: Mountain Bike Wide Range Cassette Spreadsheet ![]() If you need help choosing a bike, check out u/Bmied31's absolutely amazing Mountain Bike Buying Guide, as well as his equally amazing FAQ. No fundraising, karma-baiting or cryptic post titles. If you want to submit a trail or bike photo instead – your new bike leaning against a tree, or the view from top of the trail, for example – add it to the Weekly Gear Gallery Thread. The general rule is photo and video submissions to /r/mtb should be of people riding mountain bikes. Photos should be of people riding mountain bikes. If you need help choosing a bike, please be sure to tag your post with the WhichBike flair, and include some basic information, like your price range and the type of riding you'll be doing. ![]() If you think your post was removed by mistake, use the message the moderators link in the sidebar and include a link to your post. On the other hand, be generous with upvotes. Do not downvote opinions just because you disagree with them. Remember to vote based on quality, not opinion, and keep your submission titles factual and opinion-free. Please follow proper reddiquette, and if you haven't already, take a moment to read our wiki page and learn a bit about the site's history. We are a cycling community enthusiastic about mountain biking and all things related. ![]()
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