Forged and machined 6061 aluminum alloy provides plenty of backbone while a 4 bolt interlocking faceplate makes handlebar installation a breeze. You've been a shredder since the day the training wheels came off. It's never been about having lightest or fanciest build, it's just about riding when...

You've been a shredder since the day the training wheels came off. It's never been about having lightest or fanciest build, it's just about riding when and how you want to. If this sounds like you, the Chester is the all-mountain stem for you.

Whether you're building up a new frame or updating your favorite ride, the Race Face Ride XC Stem adds a dose of strength and confidence to your cockpit. Made from forged and shot peened aluminum, this stem boasts exceptional resistance to fatigue while balancing weight and cost so you'll have...

It's been said in the world of mountain bike components pick two of the following characteristics: lightweight, strong, and cheap. Though we're sure there's a few components that buck this characterization, they're about as common as Sasquatch sightings along the trail. Hitting both the...

Representing the yin to the Renthal Fatbar's yang, the Renthal Apex 35 Stem comes CNC-machined with precision in a wide range of lengths. Each one accommodates the new 35mm handlebar diameter standard that has slowly made its way into stock and custom cockpits alike recently, and comes built to...

Renthal machines the Apex Stem from a solid piece of aluminum, so you know that it's equal to whatever abuse you throw at it on XC drag races or enduro bombing runs. The oversized clamping hardware secures the bar in place with a sort of 240-degree hug, virtually eliminating the targeted stress...

Splitting parts down the middle isn't usually a great way to make them stronger, but Renthal's Duo Stem isn't your usual bike part. Renthal's motocross background gives it a different perspective than most MTB part manufacturers, so maybe the uniqueness of the Duo shouldn't be surprising. By...

When every gram counts, we go with the Roval Control SL Series for race-worthy components that are quality-made. The Roval Control SL Stem follows suit and is a lightweight aluminum stem designed to be paired with the Control SL Handlebar for a lightweight, cross-country pairing. Titanium bolts...

The Thomson X4 Stem utilizes a more traditional split clamp design to save weight without sacrificing stability and control. The X4 features a sculpted stem, sleek clamp bolts, and is made with 7000-series aluminum alloy to ensure torsional stiffness and precise steering. The X4 Stem comes with a...

Designed for trail and cross-country use, the ATMOS 7K Stem is among our top picks thanks to the wide range of length options and lightweight yet robust aluminum construction. It also boasts a pretty nifty integrated camera mount for a unique video angle, plus the mount can also accommodate...