Need High Handlebars
11-21-21, 03:51 PM
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Need High Handlebars
I want/need a high handlebar for more upright biking because of recent prostate cancer surgery and back issues. What models and years of bikes will take an adjustable stem so I can use on my trainer (7 gear cassette). I want to put a relatively long stem and of course won't need brakes. This is for my Cycle Ops only, i just need a list of models/years/brands that could take a tall adjustable (quill) stem. I can then search far and wide for a bike that fits the description you people tell me. Thanks all!
11-21-21, 04:35 PM
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Nitto Technomic
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It's a bit of a convoluted question, maybe the cart before the horse imo. Any fork with a 1" steerer will accommodate a wide range of tall stems (look up Nitto Technomic) or adjustable stems. I would buy a frame that I really like, that fits me at a price I'm happy with, and then find the stem/bar combo to give me the final position I want.
Also, define 'upright'. If you really want to sit up, perhaps an English 3 speed or roadster will work better using a sprung saddle. The geometry of these bikes shifts the weight of the rider back.
Fortunately, most all bikes made before 1990 have 1" steerers. Most...
Also, define 'upright'. If you really want to sit up, perhaps an English 3 speed or roadster will work better using a sprung saddle. The geometry of these bikes shifts the weight of the rider back.
Fortunately, most all bikes made before 1990 have 1" steerers. Most...
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Most any stem will work on most any bike if you really want it to, although an adapter may be in order.
my assumption is that your current bike has a threadless stem and drop bars.
assuming that’s true, I’d suggest as many spacers as will safely fit, then a relatively short and steep stem ( like 80mm reach with a 35 degree rise) and an upright bar conversion.
or just go pick up a cheap hybrid to throw on your trainer.
my assumption is that your current bike has a threadless stem and drop bars.
assuming that’s true, I’d suggest as many spacers as will safely fit, then a relatively short and steep stem ( like 80mm reach with a 35 degree rise) and an upright bar conversion.
or just go pick up a cheap hybrid to throw on your trainer.
11-21-21, 04:50 PM
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Have you thought of a recumbent? About as little stress on that area as you can get on a bike, though I've never seen one on a trainer so I don't know how that would go.
11-21-21, 07:03 PM
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It's a bit of a convoluted question, maybe the cart before the horse imo. Any fork with a 1" steerer will accommodate a wide range of tall stems (look up Nitto Technomic) or adjustable stems. I would buy a frame that I really like, that fits me at a price I'm happy with, and then find the stem/bar combo to give me the final position I want.
Also, define 'upright'. If you really want to sit up, perhaps an English 3 speed or roadster will work better using a sprung saddle. The geometry of these bikes shifts the weight of the rider back.
Fortunately, most all bikes made before 1990 have 1" steerers. Most...
Also, define 'upright'. If you really want to sit up, perhaps an English 3 speed or roadster will work better using a sprung saddle. The geometry of these bikes shifts the weight of the rider back.
Fortunately, most all bikes made before 1990 have 1" steerers. Most...
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There were a bunch of two pivot adjustable stems in the later 90’s and ‘aughts, maybe even the later 80’s.
one I bought as it came with a bike I wanted otherwise. I have to dig it up. Adjustability could assist in finding the best position.
but a recumbent could be a good concept also.
one I bought as it came with a bike I wanted otherwise. I have to dig it up. Adjustability could assist in finding the best position.
but a recumbent could be a good concept also.
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As stated above, Nitto Technomic
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I did some long quill research a few weeks back,
I'm not suggesting buying from them, but this site is good for finding what quills might be available:
https://southerndistributors.co.uk/p...es-forks/stem/
And if you want an even long quill of unknown quality (but really cheap) there's this
Promax Extra Long Adjustable Quill (300mm long)
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Promax-Extr...WK/ref=sr_1_20
I'm not suggesting buying from them, but this site is good for finding what quills might be available:
https://southerndistributors.co.uk/p...es-forks/stem/
And if you want an even long quill of unknown quality (but really cheap) there's this
Promax Extra Long Adjustable Quill (300mm long)
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Promax-Extr...WK/ref=sr_1_20
11-22-21, 05:36 AM
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I like to sit more upright but maybe not as high as you’re looking for. I’ve use a few different things to accomplish the but I like the clean look of the basic Kalloy Hybrid style stem but that does limit bar selection and can be a pain to get on some 25.4 bars.
A tall quill adapter isn’t as clean but gives you the advantage of easily changing reach and angle on the stem to get it just right.
Tall Quill to Threadless adapter, there is a section of hose on the quill to make thing look a bit better than just having that 1” stick leading up to bulge of the stem clamp
Kalloy Hybrid style stem.
A fabulous Salsa stem found on the Internet but not quite tall enough
Another Hybrid style stem
A tall quill adapter isn’t as clean but gives you the advantage of easily changing reach and angle on the stem to get it just right.
Tall Quill to Threadless adapter, there is a section of hose on the quill to make thing look a bit better than just having that 1” stick leading up to bulge of the stem clamp
Kalloy Hybrid style stem.
A fabulous Salsa stem found on the Internet but not quite tall enough
Another Hybrid style stem
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