The Ritchey WCS Trail Stem represents our first stem specifically designed for today’s 5-6” travel trail bikes using wide bars. More than just a beefed-up version of our other stems, with the Trail stem we revised the patented C260 clamp to a 220° version that fits a wider variety of riser bar bends and still packs a dramatic increase in stiffness and strength over competitor’s designs. Using 3D Forged 2014 alloy, the WCS Trail Stem serves up superior strength while remaining lightweight. The extra-wide bar clamp takes stiffness to the next level, fits most riser bars, and ensures plenty of confident control out on the trail.