Rate the Stems (or grips and handlebars) - suspension and adjustable

[Papa G]

Hi Alaskan. I have the Kinekt 2.1 seatpost on my 2018 Trek Super Commuter +7, and have ordered the Kinekt suspension stem on their Kickstarter early bird program, which still has about a week to run. Wondering if they are ordering any parts from China and if so, if the production will be delayed? I saw that you have a 2020 Trek Allant+ 9.9s on order (with some great upgrades planned). Hope you get an early release on the Kinekt stem and look forward to hearing what you think of it? I think you will be really pleased with the nimbleness and geometry of the Allant+ 9.9s and look forward to hearing about that too. Maybe Court can get one to review from Trek?

 

[Over50]

Hi Alaskan. I have the Kinekt 2.1 seatpost on my 2018 Trek Super Commuter +7, and have ordered the Kinekt suspension stem on their Kickstarter early bird program, which still has about a week to run. Wondering if they are ordering any parts from China and if so, if the production will be delayed? I saw that you have a 2020 Trek Allant+ 9.9s on order (with some great upgrades planned). Hope you get an early release on the Kinekt stem and look forward to hearing what you think of it? I think you will be really pleased with the nimbleness and geometry of the Allant+ 9.9s and look forward to hearing about that too. Maybe Court can get one to review from Trek?

I don't think the stem can be easily swapped on the 9.9s due to the proprietary cable guider system. For that reason, I opted for the Baramind bar.

I completed my first commute on the 9.9s early this week. And first longer ride since all of the mods were completed inclusive of the Tannus liners and carbon rims. I ran 45 psi which felt very firm until I rode over some cobblestones. I could feel a distinct cushion-effect that I think must have been due to the Tannus moreso than the rims or the bar. I was very pleased by the ride quality. But, if I'm not mistaken, @Alaskan already runs Tannus liners on his bikes so this probably won't be news.