How much to drop stem length by?
Indeed .As everybody else beat me to the smart answers, I'd say until you're comfortable. There is no 'right' one size fits all answer.
Are you insane? You need at least twice that.About that much..
Are you insane? You need at least twice that.
Not if it's the size you need. Although perhaps what you actually need is a smaller frame? Have you tried the M size? I'd prefer a slightly smaller frame with a longer stem myself, it's generally easier to make a smaller frame a bit bigger than vice versa without affecting the handling of the bike too much. But views do differ on thisis 80mm stem on a M/L road bike too short?
is 80mm stem on a M/L road bike too short?
is 80mm stem on a M/L road bike too short?
I recommend the old Scots Imperial measurement of a BawhairHow much to drop stem length by?