One-piece, no-weld design, machined from 7000-series aluminum for optimal strength, light weight, and stiffness. Extra wide 4-bolt handlebar clamp, and dual opposing internal steer tube clamps.
Submitted by David - 1/8/2003 1:27:31 PM
Pros:
Solid, light, no protruding bolts. Looks good.
Cons:
nope. I have nothing to add to that!
Time Used:
1 Year
Comments:
I replaced my OEM stem with an Elite to shorten my reach. It's performed flawlessly for over a year. Get the best, you won't be disappointed.
Rating:
Recommendation:
Yes I would recommend it to a friend
Submitted by 1Clawed1 - 9/11/2002 7:02:32 PM
Pros:
Black or Silver, Al, Many lengths/ 0/5/15 degree increments. Stiff and Light! 4 bolt, wide clamp length (48mm). No bolts/ Nuts (except my own) to fall onto.
Cons:
?? None?? Not sold in combination with the seatpost (Quick call Bill Gates, he'll fix that)
Time Used:
6 Months
Comments:
Of all the Stems I've ridden (XC), none have made me as proud as this one. Best looking, No Flexing, No Creaking sounds (I'm Heavy and I love to get over the bars). Thomson has given me this life time friend. (Smack on wood! Down with 1.5 standard) I'll buy another when I get another bike.
I've already advised my friends to buy the stem. On friend went with a Salsa and he wishes he didn't.
