flipping stems

vs4b
vs4b Posts: 257
edited January 2008 in Workshop
If i flip the stem on my giant scr will the bars be higher or lower?

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  • daniel_b
    daniel_b Posts: 11,979
    it depends on how they come out of the factory........

    Have a look and see which way the stem angles out at the moment, and then just visualise what would happen when you flip it.

    Usually from the factory, I think they tend to spec them with an upwards or level height, so usually flipping will put the bars lower.

    Dan
    Felt F70 05 (Turbo)
    Marin Palisades Trail 91 and 06
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  • gavintc
    gavintc Posts: 3,009
    It will depend on whether the stem is currently in the upright or horizontal mode. Normally, a bike will have been supplied with the stem in the horizontal position. But, a bike shop may have flipped it already to provide a more relaxed riding position. It is a simple job to flip the stem - give it a try and see what effect it has.

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