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Old 12-11-17 | 08:41 AM
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Originally Posted by fietsbob
they dont grow back.
That's why I'm asking - I want to give myself the best chance to get it cut correctly - and most importantly, not too short.

Originally Posted by HillRider
BTW, I recommend leaving the steerer long enough to require a 5 or 10 mm spacer above the stem after the final length cut. That assures the stem is fully supported by the steerer (highly recommended for a carbon steerer) and gives you some height adjustability for future changes.
Yes, I'll have to improvise the initial adjustment until the plug is in place. I plan to have a spacer above the stem.
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