Stem angle for a sportive ?

[cyberknight]

Should i go flat or flipped?

I normally commute with a flipped stem and at the weekend use another bike with a flat stem.

Seeing as i have never riden as far as i will be in a few weeks i am not sure what to go with, i did do a 45 miler last week on the flat and it seemed ok .

 

[byegad]

Typo got me interested.

However seriously do what is most comfortable. Over a long ride discomfort can really ruin your day.

 

[Banjo]

If you were comfortable with the flat stem on 45 miles then I would stick with it for the better aero position it gives you. If you had any comfort niggles then go for it flipped as the discomfort will be magnified by the extra distance.

Whatever you chose I would make a decision now and stick with it so you arent riding an unfamiliar set up on the day.