DH bike setup

[Pappa Bear]

Hi DH hubers,

 

What influance does the stem length and hight have on a DH bike?

 

I am experimenting but don't feel any differance.....50mm to a 70mm and the stem raised by about 20mm....

 

Thanks!

[PappaBear]

Don't know anything about DH biking.....

 

but your name seems somewhat familiar...... 

 

[whistler]

Dont have a DH bike, but I run a 50mm stem on my shova. Gives a more upright position and more arm movement. Also distr weight away from the front wheel easier for drops, jumps etc. Changed to a 50mm from a 100mm stem and it was a different bike.