Old 06-21-21, 02:24 PM
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As I've always understood it, the points raised above with regard to bike handling/stem length apply only to very low speeds. Above that speed range, you aim the bike by leaning, not steering. Twitchy/scary handling is a consequence of your front/back weight distribution being less than ideal. (Further, it's my understanding that professional bike fitters recommend stem lengths on the basis of front/back weight distribution, not handling characteristics.)
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