2009 Straitline Components
For 2009 Straitline Components has introduced some new components as well as incorporating some new colors in their lineup. See the 2009 products and more inside including some prototype finishes they’re testing out.
1.5 SSC Pinch Stem
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Straitline introduced their standard Split Steerer Clamp (SSC) 1 1/8 stem’s during Interbike last year and they talked about doing a 1.5 pinch clamp stem. Below are some details on their new 1.5 SSC stem available now.
1.5″ Stem
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50mm length
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0° rise
35mm stack height
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Features a slightly tweaked logo on the faceplate
Stem is available in Red, Blue, Bronze, Black, Pink and Ti Grey
Includes a topcap to match
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Spacers
To match up with the 1.5 stems they’ve got spacers that match for a clean finish.
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1.5 Spacers are available in the same colors to match the stem and are machined out. Each set of spacers comes with 4 spacers (3mm, 6mm, and two 12mm)
If you’ve got a 1 1/8 stem they also make spacers for those as well.
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1 1/8 SSC Pinch Stem
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We have previously covered the 1 1/8 SSC stems. Check the article for more information.
Straitline Ultra Boxxer Stem
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We took a look at their 28mm Boxxer Direct Mount Ultra Stem back in December so see here for the details on the Ultra Stem. It can bolt up to any crown that uses the Boxxer style bolt pattern (2009 Dorado, 2009 Fox 40, RockShox Boxxers).
[Straitline Ultra Boxxer Stem]
Hope M4 / Mini / M6 Levers
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New for 2009, Straitline also has now has levers to fit Hope M4, Mini, and M6′s. You can read our full review of what we think of the Straitline levers here.
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[Straitline Hope Lever Gallery]
Straitline Pedals
Straitline makes a great set of pedals. For 2009 they have added a new blue color for their pedals. You can see our review of the Straitline Pedals here.
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[Straitline Blue Pedals Gallery]
They have some pretty nice test equipment on hand as well. See the videos below for some load testing and their laser etching a pedal.
Straitline is also prototyping some alternative finishes for next year so if you like the electroless nickel plating finished pedal below, or have any other color ideas let them know what you like and they might just make it.
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[Prototype Straitline Nickel Finish Pedals Gallery]
Weights:
| Manufacturer | Model | Year | Real(g) | Pic. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Straitline | 31.8mm Ultra 28mm Boxxer |
2009
|
135 |
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| Straitline | 31.8mm 50mm 1.5 SSC Stem |
2009
|
188 |
|
| Straitline | 31.8mm 50mm 1 1/8 SSC Stem |
2009
|
186 |
|
| Straitline | 31.8mm 35mm 1 1/8 SSC Stem |
2009
|
167 |
|
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MSRP:
- $125 (CAD) Straitline Pinch Clamp Stems (1.5 SSC or 1 1/8 SSC)
- $30 (CAD) Straitline Spacers (1.5 or 1 1/8)
- $130 (CAD) Straitline Ultra Boxxer Direct Mount Stem
- $150 (CAD) Straitline Pedals
- $90 (CAD) Straitline Replacement Brake Levers
Straitline has also aligned with some teams for this year as well. Look to see their components on the world cup race circuit this year.
If you’re looking to purchase these Straitline products, visit your local bike shop or contact Chad @ RedBarnBicycles and he can get most all of them for a good price.
