Paragon Ascent Stem

The 38mm reach is designed for responsiveness. It tightens up your steering feel, making the bike easier to maneuver during technical tricks and tight transitions without feeling cramped.

The flush-fit recessed area is designed to work with most standard BMX compression bolts and top caps. It creates a cleaner, snag-free profile, but you should ensure your current top cap has a standard profile to sit properly within the recess.

Upgrading to titanium bolts drops the total weight from 9.8oz to 9oz. While 0.8oz is a minor difference, it is a popular choice for riders looking to shave every possible gram off their front end for a lighter, more flickable bike.

Yes, 6061-T6 is an industry standard for BMX components because it offers an excellent balance of impact resistance and rigidity. This stem is specifically engineered to handle the high-stress impacts of aggressive street and park riding.

The stack height is 33mm. This measurement is important because it dictates how many headset spacers you might need to remove or add to achieve your preferred bar height, and it ensures the stem clamps securely onto your fork's steerer tube.