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flag AqueousBeef
Posted: Feb 26, 2009 at 2:17 Quote
Which segways into this following point: If you want stiffness and lightness, the Point1 is the best setup that you can buy. However, if you prefer the flex of a carbon bar, you would save weight by getting a Thomson and a carbon bar (Gravity light carbon) [178+202g Sicklines] over a Point1 and a Al bar (Havoc DH) [144+295g Sicklines]. This is assuming 1 1/8" steerer. I checked, both bars were virtually the same width (Havoc was longer by a mm). Both stems were 50 mm. Both were 31.8 clamp. If you wanted to go 25.4, you would save even more with the Thomson carbon combo. For the record, 31.8 isn't stronger than 25.4, just stiffer.
flag pbuser102331
Posted: Feb 26, 2009 at 2:30 Quote
iggz wrote:
For all idiots making stupid comments on the stiffness of open-face stems...

http://pointoneracing.com/point_one_splitsecond_stiffness_tests.pdf

ha ha iggz just owned.Salute
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Posted: Feb 26, 2009 at 4:54 Quote
stryke wrote:

maybe you should go work for po1nt one because obviously you know far more about engineering, design, and durability then them already!

I don't know more then them, I just know more than you which is all that matters.

I listed "science" because it is easier than typing this:

Bachelor's degree in Biology with a Minor in Chemistry and Physics.
Master's degree in Biotechnology

But I have had enough arguing over stems. I like Thomson. Others like other stuff which is just as good. All just opinions in the end...
flag popp
Posted: Feb 26, 2009 at 5:26 Quote
raceface319 wrote:
ChateLife wrote:
TRANSITION TEMPLE LITE in gold, chrome, i think red.. lots of rad colours. im thinkin about pickin one up cause theyre hella pimp and pretty light. check out the transition bikes website store


edit: they are almost 70 bucks though... but they are friggin gnar. not sure but check it out

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please forgive me if when you saw this you exploded in your pants
sexiest stem ive seen in a long time!!


i have one in gold and my brother has one in red their so sick and look sweet
flag chadpowell
Posted: Feb 26, 2009 at 5:36 Quote
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DMR Swarm Stem 230g

And 2009's anodized range.

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flag cooper-xl
Posted: Feb 26, 2009 at 5:36 Quote
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Mutant Bikes stem...

- 100% CNC machined
- 50mm lenght
- Aluminum 7075 T6
- Handlebar clamp area 22.2mm (bmx size bars)
- 2 hollow bolts on the clamp fork area
- total weight, 195gr /6.87oz
- available colors, anodized flat black, orange, purple and powder coated white.



more info: http://mutantbikes.mfobmx.com/?p=391
flag lights
Posted: Feb 26, 2009 at 5:47 Quote
Straitline is nice.
flag JamesOliver
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Posted: Feb 26, 2009 at 8:43 Quote
iggz wrote:
JamesOliver wrote:
Cutting the steer leaves you with no flexibility. What if you buy a new frame and the head tube is slightly longer and now your £600 forks are no use...
If you're a racer, that doesn't matter.

Only if you're sponsored by a suspension company otherwise it does matter.
flag mr-wilson
Posted: Feb 26, 2009 at 8:45 Quote
shit wrong thread...
flag lights
Posted: Feb 26, 2009 at 8:47 Quote
JamesOliver wrote:
iggz wrote:
JamesOliver wrote:
Cutting the steer leaves you with no flexibility. What if you buy a new frame and the head tube is slightly longer and now your £600 forks are no use...
If you're a racer, that doesn't matter.

Only if you're sponsored by a suspension company otherwise it does matter.
Youd do know that you can replace a steer tube.
flag crashin
Posted: Feb 26, 2009 at 8:48 Quote
chrischriskris wrote:
JamesOliver wrote:
iggz wrote:
If you're a racer, that doesn't matter.

Only if you're sponsored by a suspension company otherwise it does matter.
Youd do know that you can replace a steer tube.

Its not easy or cheap to replace a steerer tube. But yes it can be done.
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Posted: Feb 26, 2009 at 8:51 Quote
crashin wrote:
chrischriskris wrote:
JamesOliver wrote:


Only if you're sponsored by a suspension company otherwise it does matter.
Youd do know that you can replace a steer tube.

Its not easy or cheap to replace a steerer tube. But yes it can be done.
It was 75$ at my LBS NEW and that was with installing and all.
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Posted: Feb 26, 2009 at 9:01 Quote
im putting this one on my bike, if your into gold parts i would go with spankUnsecure image, only https images allowed: http://www.pricepoint.com/popups/popZoom.htm?page=popZoom.htm&zoomimg=Z_305%20SPKRT8.jpg&altText=Spank%20Royala%20Timer%20Stem%20at%20PricePoint.com&title=Current%20Zoom%20Image
flag ICAS
Posted: Feb 26, 2009 at 9:15 Quote
Purple seat post!! I really wish Hope pro II's came in purple Frown

Thanks for the DMR info
flag chadpowell
Posted: Feb 26, 2009 at 9:26 Quote
ICAS wrote:
Purple seat post!! I really wish Hope pro II's came in purple Frown

Thanks for the DMR info

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