Specialized Headset Extender

I have a Specialized Ruby carbon frame bike. Yes, I know I can flip stems around and such to get an increase in handlebar height. But, has anybody ever used specifically, the Specialized Headset Extender shown on their website? If so do you like it, does it work well, and would you recommend it to raise the bars a little higher?

Last season, I had the perfect stem and height. But after a long winter layover without much activity due to some ailments now resolved, I find that the position is a little unsuitable from when I last used the bike. I'm working on strengthening my core again, and seemingly would only use the extender as a temporary remedy until my core strength and flexibility come back where I hope to regain my former bike position a little later in the season. I am finding as I get older my fit comfort is dynamic depending on where I am in the season.

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Originally Posted by mudmucker

I have a Specialized Ruby carbon frame bike. Yes, I know I can flip stems around and such to get an increase in handlebar height. But, has anybody ever used specifically, the Specialized Headset Extender shown on their website? If so do you like it, does it work well, and would you recommend it to raise the bars a little higher?

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I assume you would also need a fork 40 mm longer. Are you prepared to buy a new fork too? Do you have one of the Specialized press-in headsets? How long is your headtube now? I would guess that extending a short headtube by 40 mm would be a bad idea, while extending a headtube of ~120 mm or greater would be more reasonable though still not an ideal situation. An angled stem would end up being both cheaper and stronger, IMO.

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Originally Posted by DebW

An angled stem would end up being both cheaper and stronger, IMO.

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Never mind easier to swap out if you do find yourself wanting to change your riding position back and forth every riding season.

Glad you're feeling better!