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25.4mm mtb stem with 26mm road bars?

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Old 03-03-10, 09:39 PM
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25.4mm mtb stem with 26mm road bars?

the clamp and bars are not loose at all, and if i tightened all the way the bar will dent.

is there an issue with this?

didnt want to order a new stem for a beater bike.
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Old 03-03-10, 09:43 PM
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you're fine.
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Old 03-03-10, 09:45 PM
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that is awesome. thanks
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Old 03-03-10, 09:59 PM
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blind leading the blind...

terrible idea.

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I'm with AEO. It causes reduced grip and can possibly damage the bar... which could in turn cause damage to your teeth.
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Originally Posted by queerpunk
you're fine.
And another ridiculously unsafe suggestion pops up. Go bikeforums.
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