Race Face Chester Stem
Best rugged upgrade for budget conscious mountain bikers.
This is the workhorse cockpit upgrade for aggressive riders who prioritize structural integrity over gram-counting. Its clever four-bolt faceplate design locks your bars in place with reassuring stiffness, trading a bit of extra weight for the kind of rock-solid reliability that lets you charge technical descents with total confidence.
$52.99
Who it's for
- Gravity riders seeking a bombproof component for demanding trails.
- Budget-conscious mountain bikers prioritizing performance over weight savings.
- Trail riders looking for a dependable and easy-to-install cockpit upgrade.
Who should skip it
- Cross-country racers and weight-weenies focused on minimizing every gram.
- Cyclists requiring specific ergonomic adjustments to fine-tune their riding position.
- Custom bike builders desiring a more polished or flashy aesthetic.
Performance breakdown
Structural Rigidity
Forged aluminum construction delivers a stiff, flex-free connection for aggressive riding.
Clamping Security
Interlocking faceplate design effectively eliminates handlebar slippage on technical terrain.
Weight Efficiency
Balances robust durability with a weight profile suitable for all-mountain use.
Installation Simplicity
Standard four-bolt configuration makes cockpit adjustments straightforward for most home mechanics.
Impact Resilience
Built to withstand the high-stress demands of downhill and gravity riding.
Cockpit Compatibility
Strictly optimized for 35mm bars, limiting versatility for older cockpit setups.
Key Specs
Stem Length
60mm
Stem Angle
0 degrees
Handlebar Clamp Diameter
35mm
Steerer Tube Diameter
1-1/8 inch (28.6mm)
Stack Height
42mm
Material
Forged 2014 Aluminum
Weight
170g
Stem Type
Threadless
Intended Use
Mountain Biking
Number of Bolts (Handlebar Clamp)
4
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