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AJS
a Recreational Rider
from Date Reviewed: September 20, 2004
Strengths: ~ Reliable/strong.
~ Holds most bars well.
~ Light.
~ Stiff.
~ Looks good/well finished.
~ It's Eye-ta-yun, if that means anything to you.Weaknesses: ~ Cost? But that's a minor gripe considering its proven performance.Bottom Line: I don't know what some of you guys are talking about. I've used a Millenium in one size or another since 2000 and never had a bolt problem or stiffness issue with them, (I weigh around 198 lbs.). In fact, I've never had a single problem with them of any kind.
Seems like I've always got one on my bike, or one laying around as my normal 'go to' stem. Only time when I didn't use a Millenium was if I needed a different angle than 80 degrees, or when the Deda Newton was still available in 115mm. length and that size fit the bike & bars perfectly.
Lately, I've switched to a Cinelli Solida/Easton EA70 Ergo on my newest rig, since the Solida's are actually a bit longer than the given spec. So for example a 110mm Solida is really about a 115mm. Fits the EA70's reach just right. But I'm still keeping my 120mm/26 ITM for use with the BioMax.
Here's a product that I think truly deserves a 4.75 (95%) or higher 'Overall' rating. 'Value' I peg at around 4 because I think $70.-100. is still over-priced for a decent Al stem these days, especially one like the Millenium that's been basically unchanged for some years now, where the initial R&D costs have been long since recouped.
I've seen guys like M. Pantani climb the Alps & Pyrenees while leaning and pulling on a standard 26mm ITM Millenium stem.
Any questions??
Similar Products Used: Deda Newton 26 & OS; Deda Zero; Cinelli Groove, Mutant, Solida; Ritchey Comp Road; various quill stems
Bike Setup: Raleigh Professional (Columbus Zona tubing/Columbus Link CF fork w. steel steer tube), Ritchey BioMax 26mm. bar, Centaur 10, Zonda wheels, etc.
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lithiapark
a Recreational Rider
from ashland, oregonDate Reviewed: September 13, 2003
Strengths: Adjustable-lets you experiment or set up for specific types of rides. Stiff as any fixed stem. Looks nice. It has inspired me to write a review at 4:30 AM.Weaknesses: None for the stem, but my life needs help, obviously.Bottom Line: This is a review of the adjustable version, I couldn't find a separate category for this. The stem is well made, the adjustment mechanism is indexed and very stout, I can't imagine it ever slipping in use. The "profile is fairly slim for an admustable stem, and the weight is only about 50 gm more. The adjustment lets me try differend positions without getting a new stem each time. Sometimes I feel like a long fast ride, and can lower the bar in a few minutes from the morecomfortableformystiffneck position.
Similar Products Used: Many different stems.
Bike Setup: Serotta Ottrott, Easton EC90 bar and fork.
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Eric_H
a Road Racer
from Date Reviewed: March 26, 2003
Strengths: Light, stiff, well-machined.Weaknesses: None.Bottom Line: Nicely finished stem, light weight and reasonably stiff. I have not had any problems with the threads pulling out, or rust on the bolts but in general I have just it up and left it alone.
I did have a problem with bar slippage initially. I cleaned the handlebar and stem mating surface with alcohol and then re-installed, perhaps with a bit more torque on the bolts. Things have been fine ever since.
Favorite Ride: the last one
Price Paid:
$80.00
Purchased At: Campione
Similar Products Used: Cinelli Grammo, 3T Forgie, Ritchey WCS
Bike Setup: Merlin XL, DA 7700, Ksyrium SSC
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eshutter
a Recreational Rider
from Oakland, CADate Reviewed: December 5, 2001
Strengths: stiff, light, perfect rise and length for my needsWeaknesses: Initial quality issues surrounding recall-warranted defects, but they've been really good about replacing products without questionBottom Line: I'm one of those victims who fell prey to the recalled Millenium stems, and I didn't even know about the problem until 2 different pro wrenches stripped the bolts of TWO stems within a 6-month period. Good news is I received free replacements each time without hassle. Recall issues and replacements aside, I'm modestly happy with the stem. It's light and it's stiff. Most importantly, it came in EXACTLY the rise and length that I needed. With the newest stem I have, I haven't noticed much creaking at all and it does secure the bar like a vise. I know there's better products out there, but I've been satisfied enough with this one to hold off shopping for a while.
Price Paid:
$60.00
Similar Products Used: TTT Forgie
Bike Setup: '01 Litespeed Tuscany, Look HSC-3, King headset, TTT Prima 199 bar9
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matt white
a Recreational Rider
from floridaDate Reviewed: August 10, 2001
Strengths: weight
looks smoothe
valueWeaknesses: none yetBottom Line: Bought the stem because it was an awesome deal on eBay. $46 was enough to move my butt. It is as stiff as the Cinelli Alter, without the boxcar looks. Stiffer than the Profile. That is my only comparisons. Rode all three stems in less than two weeks so rides were fresh in my mind. The shim for 1" steerers works great. Was a little leary of creaking, but none has happened. The only thing I would switch this bad boy out with is "The Stem" by ITM. As for the thread problems mentioned below, I think that careful tensioning would probably prevented that. Bicycling magazine just wrote an article about that exact thing(overtightening stem bolts on lightweight stems). I did just order a set of Titanium bolts from SRP-USA. For $12 dollars I will drop another few grams, and the corrosion problem will be a moot point.
Price Paid:
$46.00
Purchased At: eBay
Similar Products Used: Profile
Cinelli Alter
Bike Setup: Giant TCR once with Ultegra, Easton EC-90 bar, Mavic Ksyriums.
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