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07-06-24 | 06:33 PM

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Originally Posted by Plainsman

I bought this handlebar extension to gain another 2.5” or so of reach on my new folding bike. Does anyone have any experience with an extension like this, or thoughts on how it may or may not impact the handling of the bike? Any perceived issues? Obviously have not installed it yet - trying to decide whether or not to keep it. I could definitely use the extra reach though. Thanks in advance!

Why the extra reach? Guessing you're tall?
My only concern is the length of the extension, it's quite a bit of a change.
On the bright side, you can decrease the extension if necessary by installing at a greater or lesser than 0 degree rise.

Folding. Probably shouldn't interfere with folding. I installed a fixed stem of about 30-40mm on a Dahon and it didn't interfere at all.
Your mileage may vary.

Also, the handling shouldn't change in a negative way. Stem length does not significantly change the handling or stability of your ride.

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