The MYTHOS ELIX stem is the primary of its type, constructed from Scalmalloy® utilizing cutting-edge SLM Additive Manufacturing, a fabric, and manufacturing methodology often reserved for the best ranges of the aerospace and motorsport industries.
Mythos’ stems, which are available in two varieties (the street ELIX and the mountain bike IXO), are created in-house within the UK and printed by METRON Superior Gear. The stems are reportedly extra inflexible in each torsion and bending than their alloy counterparts.
Measurements
Having a 0-degree rise and a 38-millimeter stack top with a flush faceplate, the IXO will be bought in 40mm and 50mm lengths for $250 (VAT included). Along with being lighter (147g) and supposedly 16% and 11% stiffer (in torsional and bending, respectively) with ti {hardware}, the principle promoting factors are the previous.
Manufacturing
Scalmalloy, a mix of Scandium, Aluminum, and Magnesium, is used to assemble the ELIX (above, £500 incl. VAT) street bike stem, making it an acceptable different to 7000-series aluminum and significantly extra sturdy than titanium. It has a +/-8 diploma rise and is out there in 100mm, 110mm, 120mm, and 130mm lengths.
It has three completely different floor therapies and might weigh as little as 150g with titanium fasteners. It’s been reported that it’s 15% stiffer in torsional phrases and has the identical bending stiffness as a very good alloy stem. The SLM Additive manufacturing approach, used to make the stems, consists primarily of melting steel powder right into a stable, layer by layer.
Compatibility And Testing
The stem is suitable with an FSA ACR Built-in Cockpit System. Moreover, it has been examined following the fatigue testing procedures laid out in ISO 4210-5.
Properties
| Lengths | 100-130mm |
|---|---|
| Angle | +/- 8 levels |
| Weight | 150g (Together with {hardware}) |
| Stack top | 45mm |
| Handlebar Clamp Diameter | 31.8mm |
| Steerer Tube Diameter | 28.6mm (1 1/8”) |
| Materials | Scalmalloy® |
| {Hardware} | Titanium M5x0.8 x 16 mm |
Conclusion
The Elix stem is 15% stiffer in torsion in comparison with an equal alloy stem whereas sustaining the identical bending stiffness, permitting you to place down extra energy when it is advisable whereas nonetheless feeling snug on the tough stuff, because of its design being centered round probably the most excessive load-paths skilled by a stem.
The ELIX street bike stems are on sale proper now, and the ELIX mountain bike stems can be found for pre-order.
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