I am getting a FSA K-Wing real soon (slightly used for a great price)! I need to switch stems because my current bar is not oversized. I wanted to get a nice FSA stem, for satisfy the OCP in me, but I notice they are expensive!

Question: Are the $80+ stems better than the $20 ones at performance (Forte?)



The cheapest FSA stem in the OS-170 and I can get it locally for $45...I may go that route so the brand matches.

BTW, weight is not super important to me.

Please advise!