Originally Posted by
rmfnla
Yeah, but once you get it where you like it you've got a stiffer, more robust set-up.
I used to hate that flexing when I really cranked on my Cinelli stems, so much so that I jumped at the Ritchey (Nitto) steelies when they came out. Threadless eliminates that problem completely.
It also eliminates those rediculously fine threads in a critical yet high-vibration area. Just how tight is enough vs. too tight?
I'm an older guy but in this case I think the newer stuff rules.
Agree. How many people ever want to adjust their stem height anyway once you get it set? Some people say when you get older you lose flexibility and want a higher stem. If that's the case, flip it. Or get a different fork after all those years.
The other advantage is bars with a wider diameter which adds to stiffness.