Originally Posted by
Bertybert
Just got off work and looked at it. The stem is upright already. Maybe I just need to get used to it. I have only went on one ride. :/
The other option is getting a riser handle bar. Cost is about ~$40. Most have 20-35mm rise.
What problem are you having that makes you want to get more upright? Wrist and hand pain is frequently related to grip positioning and not necessarily handlebar rise. Handlebar rise is related to back flexibility and core strength.
There is definitely an aspect of getting used to it. Some soreness for the first 2-3 weeks is totally normal.