Stem length

heathrow86
heathrow86 Posts: 228
edited June 2010 in Road beginners
I have a 105mm stem on my bike, it feels pretty comftable to ride, however when i ride on the drops I can see my front hub in front of me. Now i always thought that you were not supposed to see your front hub the stem was right.

Now do i need a longer stem if so how do i know what size to get? My saddle is in the correct position with the measurements taken at a bike fit I had done (not at a bike shop though).

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  • rick_chasey
    rick_chasey Posts: 75,661
    If it's comfy, why change?
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  • night_porter
    night_porter Posts: 888
    You could always have your neck shortened! :lol:
  • Monty Dog
    Monty Dog Posts: 20,614
    The front hub alignment with the bars is a very general rule, a lot depending on the proportions of the rider and their flexibility. Unless you are experiencing lumbar pain or tension in the neck and shoulders, I wouldn't worry about it.
    Make mine an Italian, with Campagnolo on the side..

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