One could quibble about which Ritchey component is their favorite, and while there is no correct answer, many would say that the evolution of the the WCS stem series makes the choice easy. The WCS C220 has been a crucial upgrade or build selection for many Excel Sports customers, and with the release of the WCS Toyon Stem, it looks like the next generation will be just as successful. The WCS Toyon has all the features you desire- light weight, incredible strength and torsional stiffness with ideal reliability.

The WCS Toyon stem takes it's true lead from the original, award-winning Ritchey WCS C220 and gives it a more modern shape and increased stiffness for improved handling and greater responsiveness. The Toyon retains the clamping surface area of the C220, which creates a more secure interface by wrapping a full 220° over the handlebar. Its bolt forces are aligned with the clamp so that the stem body embraces the handlebar – a design which is less prone to damaging lightweight alloy and carbon bars and allows for a lighter faceplate and stem body with no sacrifice in strength or stiffness. Built for the cycling life and all that inspires it, the Toyon builds upon the proven and celebrated C220 design with a fresh, squared aesthetic that adds to the overall harmony of modern frame designs – matching its good looks with enhanced confidence and a more lively feel for wherever your rides take you.