eeSilk Stem with Damping -6° Stem Suspension

Thanks to the discreetly integrated elastomer damping, the  compact eeSilk stem from Cane Creek absorbs the many small shocks and vibrations that are transmitted to the handlebar on bikes without fork suspension. Especially on sporty gravel and all-road bikes, as well as on randonneur bikes, having front suspension provides noticeably more comfort on bumpy roads. This effectively counteracts signs of fatigue.

The eeSilk stem is no bigger or heavier than comparable standard stems. Despite its technical finesse, the damping stem blends discreetly into the cockpit and impresses with its light weight. Mounted on the steerer tube, the axle-mounted Ahead stem is held in position by a shock-absorbing elastomer insert. Due to the different firmness and progression of the damping element, the sitting position on the handlebar changes only minimally when the eesilk stem compresses. On winding roads and climbs, you continue to receive immediate handlebar feedback without sacrificing power transmission.

Three easily exchangeable elastomer inserts in different degrees of hardness let you customise the stem for your individual requirements, from sporty cross or gravel, as well as touring or trekking. Ideally in perfect harmony with Cane Creek’s eesilk seatpost for perfect balance with every pedal stroke, regardless of the surface.

Details:
1 1/8″ Ahead stem with damping elastomers
Intended use: Road, Gravel, Trekking
Ideal for drop bar, can also be combined with flat bar
Easy on the shoulders and wrists
Rotating-swinging joint damping via elastomer
Spring travel: up to 20 mm
Spring hardness adjustable via elastomer
3 elastomers in the hardness degrees soft, medium (pre-assembled), hard
For 100 mm length: medium, hard (pre-assembled), extra hard
Can be adjusted to fit body weight, intended use, and preference
Suspension can be replaced without dismantling the handlebars
1 screw mounting with 4 mm hexagon
Also for e-bikes limited to 25 km/h (15.5 mph)

Technical details:
Fork steerer Ø: for threadless forks with steerer outer Ø 28.6 mm
Handlebar clamp: Ø 31.8 mm
Rise: – 6° (not rotatable)
4-bolt handlebar clamp
Clamping height: approx. 49 mm (min. installation height: approx. 52 mm)
Stem length: 80, 90 or 100 mm
Material: Aluminium 7075, elastomer, stainless steel
Weight approx.: 80 mm – 225 g, 90 mm – 230 g, 100 mm – 235 g

In the box:
1 Cane Creek eeSilk stem with damping
2 Cane Creek eeSilk stem damping elastomers

Note:
The degrees of hardness of the elastomers for the eeSilk stem were developed independently of the rider’s weight after test rides on different surfaces. Depending on the stem length, different elastomers come pre-assembled: For individual adjustment, the mounted damper can be easily changed by loosening a screw.

Steerer tube spacers with more than 5 mm height above the eeSilk stem and more than 40 mm spacers below the stem are not recommended by Cane Creek.