Slammed stem rant

[charliedid]

Originally Posted by smead

Amazing. I really couldn't have imagined all the hub-bub this would create. I think the OP conveys a sense of light-heartedness ("sheesh" "heck", and sarcastic faces), and like many rants, was off the cuff, but also trying to make somewhat of a point. If suggesting leaving 1-2 CM of spacers above a stem on a beautiful frameset that you know you might pass along some day is crazy self-centered humor of the year stuff, then wow this place is hard up for entertainment.

Should I buy my kit two sizes too big just in case I get fat?

[boywander]

Originally Posted by charliedid

Should I buy my kit two sizes too big just in case I get fat?

Hah..

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[MikeD]

Originally Posted by charliedid

Should I buy my kit two sizes too big just in case I get fat?

No because kits have a finite life and wear out.

[charliedid]

Originally Posted by MikeD

No because kits have a finite life and wear out.

But what if I get fat before they wear out?

[MikeD]

Originally Posted by charliedid

But what if I get fat before they wear out?

Then you ain't riding enough.

[palincss]

Originally Posted by smead

I can't count how many times I've seen a beautiful frameset, in just my size, for a good price, only to have the matching fork cut for a slammed stem. Come on folks, what the heck is wrong with running a few spacers on top? Another "looks dorky" discussion? Is it just me or are the most active sellers on this forum listing the sweetest high-end framesets the ones who usually slam the fork (those who ride a 56 know who I'm talking about ).

Unless you think you are going to keep the frameset for yourself for a long time and not worried about aging, sheesh just cut the fork 2 cm higher and put on some top spacers. You will have a much easier time selling the frameset when it comes time for that.

Oh that felt good, thanks for listening!

Yes, that's an inherent defect in the threadless system.

[palincss]

Originally Posted by Fixed

The solution is to buy new
used is just what it is used
Cheers
I do not cut mine I always thought the fork was stronger with a couple of spacers the top

Or buy a system that doesn't require cutting off the steerer in order to fit the owner.

[charliedid]

Originally Posted by MikeD

Then you ain't riding enough.

I ride every day.

[tomato coupe]

Originally Posted by charliedid

But what if I get fat before they wear out?

No, no, no. You're missing the point. Someday you will donate your kit to Goodwill, and you need to consider whether the person who buys it is fatter than you.

[teleguy57]

Originally Posted by pasadena

I agree with the OP.
I would go further though.

First of all, why all the sizes and colors? I only ride one size, and only like black bikes. So, if they are planning to resell, keep that in mind.

Also what's with all the "minor scratches"? If they would just ride around in bubblewrap, they could sell it on the secondary market much easier.

So many fauxpas when people buy new bikes! Next time, consider my needs because I might just consider to look at an ad to maybe not buy that bike.

Yes.

I buy a bike for me; you buy a bike for you. If my bike isn't right for you, don't buy it.

Now can we get back to more important things about steerer length, like what kinds of spacers, how many, and what color work with a given aesthetic?

[cgolvin]

Originally Posted by charliedid

Should I buy my kit two sizes too big just in case I get fat?

No, you should buy kit two sizes too small as inventive to lose weight … then sell it NOS when you don’t

[Mike V]

Everyone needs to buy a 52/53cm bike for their next bike. Also don't go stealth. I would like to have something with color next time. PM me when your sell price is at least half the purchase price.

Ps don't slam

[colker]

What´s intriguing is how the OP´s irony is ignored and instead he is being taken srsly. Lol.

[colker]

Originally Posted by cgolvin

No, you should buy kit two sizes too small as inventive to lose weight … then sell it NOS when you don’t

And write a rant on how buyers are lowballng an almost nos kit on the classifieds.

[charliedid]

Originally Posted by tomato coupe

No, no, no. You're missing the point. Someday you will donate your kit to Goodwill, and you need to consider whether the person who buys it is fatter than you.

Finally!

Someone has the guts to pull back the curtain and reveal the truth for all of us to see.

Thanks You.