{"product_id":"easton-stem-ea50-31-80-80mm-17d","title":"Easton Stem EA50 31.80 80Mm 17D","description":"\u003ch2 data-end=\"38\" data-section-id=\"8o33iq\" data-start=\"0\"\u003eEaston EA50 Stem 31.8 – 80mm – ±17°\u003c\/h2\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp data-end=\"237\" data-start=\"40\"\u003eThe \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003eEaston EA50 Stem 31.8 80mm ±17°\u003c\/span\u003e is a lightweight, entry-to-mid level road\/MTB stem designed for riders who want a \u003cstrong data-end=\"214\" data-start=\"164\"\u003estrong, reliable, and adjustable cockpit setup\u003c\/strong\u003e at a reasonable price.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp data-end=\"387\" data-start=\"239\"\u003eIt uses a \u003cstrong data-end=\"275\" data-start=\"249\"\u003e31.8mm handlebar clamp\u003c\/strong\u003e, a \u003cstrong data-end=\"303\" data-start=\"279\"\u003e1-1\/8” steerer clamp\u003c\/strong\u003e, and comes in an \u003cstrong data-end=\"359\" data-start=\"321\"\u003e80mm length with ±17° rise options\u003c\/strong\u003e for tuning riding position.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003chr data-end=\"392\" data-start=\"389\"\u003e\r\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"407\" data-section-id=\"im92so\" data-start=\"394\"\u003eWhat It Is\u003c\/h2\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp data-end=\"515\" data-start=\"408\"\u003eA forged aluminium stem from Easton’s EA50 range, used to connect your handlebar to your fork steerer tube.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp data-end=\"564\" data-start=\"517\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-end=\"541\" data-start=\"521\"\u003e17° angle option\u003c\/strong\u003e allows you to flip it:\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cul data-end=\"674\" data-start=\"565\"\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli data-end=\"620\" data-section-id=\"28cdea\" data-start=\"565\"\u003eUpwards → more upright, comfortable riding position\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli data-end=\"674\" data-section-id=\"14xldn\" data-start=\"621\"\u003eDownwards → more aggressive, aerodynamic position\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003chr data-end=\"679\" data-start=\"676\"\u003e\r\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"696\" data-section-id=\"1ma7m6t\" data-start=\"681\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cul data-end=\"1064\" data-start=\"697\"\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli data-end=\"803\" data-section-id=\"l638eo\" data-start=\"697\"\u003e3D forged EA50 aluminium construction for strength and stiffness\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli data-end=\"853\" data-section-id=\"13qral0\" data-start=\"804\"\u003e31.8mm handlebar clamp (modern standard size)\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli data-end=\"898\" data-section-id=\"l4t2ee\" data-start=\"854\"\u003e±17° reversible angle for fit adjustment\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli data-end=\"963\" data-section-id=\"1wcydce\" data-start=\"899\"\u003e80mm length (balanced reach for XC, road, and gravel setups)\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli data-end=\"1016\" data-section-id=\"6lr73i\" data-start=\"964\"\u003eTopLock faceplate system for secure bar clamping\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli data-end=\"1064\" data-section-id=\"1hb4d3f\" data-start=\"1017\"\u003eCompatible with carbon and alloy handlebars\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003chr data-end=\"1069\" data-start=\"1066\"\u003e\r\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"1088\" data-section-id=\"1a3ueyz\" data-start=\"1071\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cul data-end=\"1337\" data-start=\"1089\"\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli data-end=\"1105\" data-section-id=\"gpkehy\" data-start=\"1089\"\u003eLength: 80mm\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli data-end=\"1127\" data-section-id=\"14amyas\" data-start=\"1106\"\u003eBar clamp: 31.8mm\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli data-end=\"1162\" data-section-id=\"qrtkzb\" data-start=\"1128\"\u003eSteerer clamp: 1-1\/8” (28.6mm)\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli data-end=\"1197\" data-section-id=\"4ppnqk\" data-start=\"1163\"\u003eMaterial: EA50 aluminium alloy\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli data-end=\"1213\" data-section-id=\"uyo7hw\" data-start=\"1198\"\u003eAngle: ±17°\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli data-end=\"1296\" data-section-id=\"def80s\" data-start=\"1214\"\u003eWeight: ~140g (varies slightly by setup)\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli data-end=\"1337\" data-section-id=\"1b79c3\" data-start=\"1297\"\u003eUse: Road, MTB XC, gravel, commuting\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003chr data-end=\"1342\" data-start=\"1339\"\u003e\r\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"1351\" data-section-id=\"1xwciez\" data-start=\"1344\"\u003ePros\u003c\/h2\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cul data-end=\"1593\" data-start=\"1352\"\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli data-end=\"1387\" data-section-id=\"1bpts3g\" data-start=\"1352\"\u003eStrong and stiff for the weight\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli data-end=\"1428\" data-section-id=\"1o561dx\" data-start=\"1388\"\u003eAffordable compared to premium stems\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli data-end=\"1475\" data-section-id=\"iv0kq5\" data-start=\"1429\"\u003eAngle adjustability helps dial in bike fit\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli data-end=\"1513\" data-section-id=\"23rxoq\" data-start=\"1476\"\u003eWorks with most modern handlebars\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli data-end=\"1558\" data-section-id=\"1e6ppf9\" data-start=\"1514\"\u003eDurable 3D forged aluminium construction\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli data-end=\"1593\" data-section-id=\"6rhomr\" data-start=\"1559\"\u003eTrusted, widely used component\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003chr data-end=\"1598\" data-start=\"1595\"\u003e\r\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"1607\" data-section-id=\"1xvztdg\" data-start=\"1600\"\u003eCons\u003c\/h2\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cul data-end=\"1834\" data-start=\"1608\"\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli data-end=\"1659\" data-section-id=\"1l1nytd\" data-start=\"1608\"\u003eNot ultra-light (not a race-weight carbon stem)\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli data-end=\"1707\" data-section-id=\"ryrpyx\" data-start=\"1660\"\u003eBasic aesthetics compared to high-end stems\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli data-end=\"1777\" data-section-id=\"1dx5sdd\" data-start=\"1708\"\u003eLimited “premium” features (no integrated mounts on all versions)\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli data-end=\"1834\" data-section-id=\"19w5d6k\" data-start=\"1778\"\u003e80mm may feel long for modern short-reach MTB setups\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003chr data-end=\"1839\" data-start=\"1836\"\u003e\r\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"1866\" data-section-id=\"dcg80o\" data-start=\"1841\"\u003eWho It Is Suitable For\u003c\/h2\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cul data-end=\"2042\" data-start=\"1867\"\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli data-end=\"1894\" data-section-id=\"1rcbj96\" data-start=\"1867\"\u003eXC and trail MTB riders\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli data-end=\"1944\" data-section-id=\"ijuc6s\" data-start=\"1895\"\u003eRoad cyclists needing a reliable upgrade stem\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli data-end=\"1986\" data-section-id=\"30h60m\" data-start=\"1945\"\u003eGravel riders adjusting reach comfort\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli data-end=\"2042\" data-section-id=\"4q54c\" data-start=\"1987\"\u003eRiders fine-tuning bike fit without expensive parts\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003chr data-end=\"2047\" data-start=\"2044\"\u003e\r\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"2070\" data-section-id=\"10v8nod\" data-start=\"2049\"\u003eWho Should Use It?\u003c\/h2\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp data-end=\"2106\" data-start=\"2071\"\u003eYou should choose this stem if you:\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cul data-end=\"2371\" data-start=\"2107\"\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli data-end=\"2155\" data-section-id=\"e1viht\" data-start=\"2107\"\u003eNeed a \u003cstrong data-end=\"2155\" data-start=\"2116\"\u003esolid, no-fuss stem that just works\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli data-end=\"2217\" data-section-id=\"65a7vo\" data-start=\"2156\"\u003eWant to adjust riding position (more upright or aggressive)\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli data-end=\"2260\" data-section-id=\"gkis9i\" data-start=\"2218\"\u003eAre replacing a worn or generic OEM stem\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli data-end=\"2321\" data-section-id=\"yr0835\" data-start=\"2261\"\u003eWant compatibility with 31.8mm bars (very common standard)\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli data-end=\"2371\" data-section-id=\"14i12vv\" data-start=\"2322\"\u003ePrefer durability over lightweight racing parts\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003chr data-end=\"2376\" data-start=\"2373\"\u003e\r\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"2392\" data-section-id=\"1mrtquc\" data-start=\"2378\"\u003eBottom Line\u003c\/h2\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp data-end=\"2609\" data-start=\"2393\"\u003eThe Easton EA50 80mm ±17° stem is a \u003cstrong data-end=\"2455\" data-start=\"2429\"\u003edependable all-rounder\u003c\/strong\u003e: strong, adjustable, and widely compatible. 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