2008 Stumpy FSR Pro. Seeking shorter stem advice

Lazza1979
Lazza1979 Posts: 15
edited April 2009 in MTB buying advice
Afternoon all.

I am currently looking to aquire a shorter Stem for my trusty steed as I want to see how that affects my ride. Sometimes feel too over stretched whilst out riding.

The component is currently stock 'Specialized adjustable rise, 31.8mm clamp, 3D forged w/CNC finish' and I was hoping for some advice on a suitable replacement...but shorter.

Budget not really too much of an issue.

Thanks in advance for any help.

L

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  • ride_whenever
    ride_whenever Posts: 13,279
    What you want to do is buy a series of cheap stems in short lengths, say 40, 50 and 70mm then buy a thomson when you know what you want.

    How long is the current one? You probably only want to knock about 20mm off it.
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  • Lazza1979
    Lazza1979 Posts: 15
    I think that it is in the region of 100mm but not sure. Will measure it when I get home.

    Good idea re: buying cheaper shorter stems thought, thanks. You reckon that Thompson is the way to go once I have decided on the length?
  • glen4
    glen4 Posts: 250
    What size is the bike? I have a 08 Stumpy Pro FSR in Large, and have changed stem from 105mm to 90mm, feels good, and am gonna buy a Thomson. The stem I fitted is exactly the same as standard and in 'as new' condition, bought it on here for £15 I think, any how if you want to give me £15, I'll stick it in the post to you, and you can try then sell on.....
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  • li
    li Posts: 25
    How do you measure the stem length please?
    I'm guessing center to center but easy question to answer.

    Thanks
  • Sikora
    Sikora Posts: 519
    My Stumpy FSR 2008 (size M) came with a 90mm stem which i found too long and affected the steering. Replaced with a 70mm Race Face Evolve stem thats transformed the bike.

    Hope that helps

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