{"product_id":"nitto-van-stem","title":"NITTO Van Stem","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(128, 128, 128);\"\u003eAdd a distinctive Japanese-inspired touch to your bike with this Nitto Van Stem, a compact \u003cstrong\u003e60mm duralumin ATB stem\u003c\/strong\u003e designed for modern mountain bikes, city bikes, gravel builds, and custom bicycle projects. Exclusive to Blue Lug, the Nitto Van Stem revives the classic box-shaped ATB stem concept with a fresh, contemporary design made for today's riders\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(128, 128, 128);\"\u003eInspired by the original 1971 MX-2 ATB stem, the Van Stem combines \u003cstrong\u003evintage bicycle aesthetics with a short, strong, and highly functional design.\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eIts\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003edistinctive box-shaped profile, short 60mm length,\u003c\/strong\u003e and top-loading construction give it an unmistakable look while providing a secure connection between your handlebar and fork steerer\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(128, 128, 128);\"\u003eClassic ATB Design, Reimagined\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(128, 128, 128);\"\u003eThe original MX-2 stem was designed in 1971, and Blue Lug has brought the spirit of that classic ATB component into the modern cycling scene\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(128, 128, 128);\"\u003eThe name Van Stem is inspired by the shape and character of Japanese commercial vans. Like its namesake, the design is compact, practical, unmistakable, and full of personality\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(128, 128, 128);\"\u003eIts \u003cstrong\u003e60mm length gives riders a responsive cockpit while providing a clean solution for modern custom builds.\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eThe short stem works particularly well with wide riser bars and swept-back handlebars, making it an excellent choice for riders who want confident handling and a more upright riding position\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(128, 128, 128);\"\u003eDurable Duralumin Construction\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(128, 128, 128);\"\u003eThe Van Stem is \u003cstrong\u003emanufactured from duralumin\u003c\/strong\u003e,\u003cstrong\u003e providing a strong and lightweight construction suitable for demanding everyday riding and off-road use\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(128, 128, 128);\"\u003eIts\u003cstrong\u003e secure handlebar clamp is particularly well suited to wide riser handlebars and swept-back bars\u003c\/strong\u003e, giving riders the confidence to push their bike on rough roads, trails, and technical terrain\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(128, 128, 128);\"\u003eDesigned for 25.4mm Handlebars\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(128, 128, 128);\"\u003eThe Van Stem features a \u003cstrong\u003e25.4mm handlebar clamp diameter\u003c\/strong\u003e, a size that's increasingly uncommon among modern short bicycle stems. This makes it an excellent choice for classic MTB builds, custom bikes, city bikes, and riders looking for something different \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(128, 128, 128);\"\u003eCompatible with 22.2mm Handlebars\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(128, 128, 128);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWith the addition of Blue Lug exclusive PARAGON MACHINE WORKS handlebar shims\u003c\/strong\u003e, the Van Stem can also be used with \u003cstrong\u003e22.2mm handlebars\u003c\/strong\u003e. This opens up even more possibilities for custom builds and alternative cockpit configuration\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(128, 128, 128);\"\u003eMade in Japan \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(128, 128, 128);\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(128, 128, 128);\"\u003eSpecifications:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(128, 128, 128);\"\u003eSteerer diameter : 1-1\/8\" (28.6mm)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(128, 128, 128);\"\u003eClamp diameter : 25.4mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(128, 128, 128);\"\u003eLength : 60mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(128, 128, 128);\"\u003eStack height : 39mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(128, 128, 128);\"\u003eMaterial : duralumin\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(128, 128, 128);\"\u003eWeight : 278g\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"I Like Your Bike","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44668052045866,"sku":null,"price":89.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1551\/6711\/files\/NIttovanstemsilver6.jpg?v=1786168254","url":"https:\/\/www.ilikeyourbike-shop.com\/products\/nitto-van-stem","provider":"I Like Your Bike","version":"1.0","type":"link"}