Originally Posted by Corcis
Well, I see it being parroted a lot, "Flip that stem!" Riding around today (thinking about my fit, which seems to be off), it occurred to me that I never saw anyone actually explain how to flip it. I'm interested in trying, as my bars seem a little too high and a little too close but my seat-to-pedal height is fine. A quick search confirmed no one seems to have actually explained how to. Anyone mind explaining the process? Is it possible to do with just a multi-tool or should I go for real hex keys? Leave it to a bike shop? Seems like it would be pretty easy (loosen two bolts, remove two others, flip stem, replace and re-tighten), but I don't want things falling apart on me.
The astonishing part is that people here seem more concerned with image than bike fit. If you need your stem in the 'uncool' position to get your bike fit right - and I do - who cares?
Too many of the weenies here, apparently.
Flip this you dickheads.