Deda Elementi Superbox Handlebar Stem
DCR - S-DCR - 90 mm
4-in-1 Stem for Any Cable Routing
RRP £126.99


Superbox DCR Stem


The evolution of current Superbox to the DCR system for a full internal cable routing. One Stem 4 Ways. The stem can be used in 4 different ways to fit any cable routing solution in the market: DCR, S-DCR, Direct and External. 


Combined with Deda handlebars featuring the DCR system (Deda internal cable routing), the stem is the perfect solution for bicycles with full internal cable routing. 


The Superbox® stem features a proprietary system that provides two possible mounting solutions for the internal cable routing. The complete internal cable routing (DCR) or the semi-internal cable routing (S-DCR) through a cover that allows the installation, adjustment or service without unnecessary complications for electronic cables and hydraulic housing disconnection. 


Superbox® works with 1-1/8” standard fork steerer, the stem is compatible with a 46 mm (for 1-1/8” bearing) or 56 mm (for 1.5”bearing) upper headtube. The stem package includes special spacers that provide the channels for the housing cables. Spacers and the nylon cover are designed with slits that let them pull open, they can be added or removed to get the fit right without having to remove all cables. 


The innovative 3D forging technology and the flat design result in a better aero performance. The addition of size 60, 70 and 80 makes Superbox the best choice also for mountain bikes with internal cable routing as well as gravel bikes. Available in POB (Polish on black) finish.

 

RECOMMENDED FOR:

 ROAD    GRAVEL    MTB


€118.00 

VAT not included


As reviewed by Bike Rumor:

Deda’s latest Superbox DCR stem has evolved into a single flexible cockpit solution that can fit and integrate more cable routing setups than pretty much anything else on the market. Deda calls it – 1 Stem 4 Ways – giving you the option for fully internal routing, a couple of in-between semi-integrated solutions, or good old traditional external routing. You pick.

And if you change your mind down the road, you won’t need to buy a new stem to reshape your routing.

Deda Superbox DCR stem: internal or external routing

Deda Superbox DCR flexible integrated stem, internal or external routing, Stevens Super Prestige

    Fully integrated cable routing has definitely become a huge trend in the last couple of years, but not all integrated cockpits are created equal. Especially if you prefer the fit & feel of a specific handlebar, or really just need the real angle adjustability of a classic 2-piece stem + bar system… then, the options are fairly limited… or at least locked into one solution.

    Deda Superbox DCR flexible integrated stem, internal or external routing, Titici All-In AND

    Deda Elementi’s overhauled Superbox DCR stem aims to keep it simple, with classic 2-piece cockpit adjustability. It’s not an entirely new system, we’ve seen the older semi-integrated S-DCR setup on every Titici bike we’ve covered this year, and Sanne Cant’s  all-new Stevens SuperPrestige cross bikes. Plus, we got a sneak peek this summer at the fully integrated DCR details.

    Deda Superbox DCR flexible integrated stem, 4-in-1 internal or external routing options

    One stem can work with:

  1. a fully integrated setup with cables routed completely internally, inside your bar, stem, headset & frame
  2. a semi-integrated setup with cables outside of your bar, then cleanly entering an extra lower stem cover to get inside the frame through the headset
  3. an external setup, still with tidy cable routing that enters the frame through openings in the headset cap
  4. classic fully external cable routing, at least at the cockpit

How does it work?

Deda Superbox DCR flexible integrated stem, internal or external routing, angled

The secret of the boxy alloy Superbox DCR stem’s flexibility is a combination of cable ports for internal routing, a removable external cable cover to guide semi-integrated cable routing neatly, and adaptable DCR (Deda internal Cable Routing) headsets with modular caps to fit many bikes and routing setups.

Deda Superbox DCR flexible integrated stem, internal routing details

The full internal DCR setup works just with hydraulic brakes and electronic shifting – this new version adds 2 hose ports in front of the 1.125″ steerer and 1 electro shift wire groove just against the steerer. It’s the cleanest integrated solution.


Deda Superbox DCR flexible integrated stem, internal or external routing, S-DCR details

Attach the plastic S-DCR external cable cover that neatly fits under the stem body and you can route 4 cables/hoses inside which enter the stem just behind the bar clamp, and then turn down through the special spacer stack to enter the DCR headset. Here you get almost all the internal routing benefits with much less setup or position adjustment hassle.

Deda Superbox DCR flexible integrated stem, internal or external routing, side

Ditch the cable cover again for the slimmer stem looks, and you can just pick a Deda DCR headset upper bearing cap with holes to route your 4 cables into the frame. Or keep a closed bearing cap for bikes with external or more classic internal routing ports in the frame.

Tech details

Deda Superbox DCR flexible integrated stem, internal or external routing, top

The Deda Superbox DCR stem itself is 3D-forged 6061 alloy with flat aero sides, and a claimed weight of 175g (110mm). The -8° stem adds two new smaller lengths, coming in a super wide size range 70-140mm in 10mm increments to fit many kinds of on & off-road bikes, with a 31.7mm bar clamp (remember that “31.8” bars are actually 1 1/4″ in diameter, which technically is 31.75mm, so it’s a rounding thing).

The black on black Superbox DCR also includes an angular matching integrated topcap, integrated aero steerer spacers to route your cables, regular headset caps to fit 46mm (typical to 1.125″ top bearing) & 56mm (common with 1.5″ upper bearing headsets) round headtubes, and a D-clip insert that smooths the gap between the 2-piece face plate.

Extra benefit

Deda Superbox DCR flexible integrated stem, internal or external routing, with GPS mount

That new faceplate design also introduces compatibility with a new adjustable angle out-front computer mount that dovetails between the bar & stem. With a removable insert, the fiber-reinforced nylon mount fits Garmin, Wahoo & Bryton GPS devices, plus it adds a removable GoPro-style mount underneath.

Deda Superbox DCR flexible integrated stem, internal or external routing, out-front GPS mount

The new mount can also be retrofitted to older Superbox, current Superzero RS & Superzero stems by swapping in a new faceplate.





Tech Specs

  • Material:Alloy 6061
  • Screws:Steel, black
  • Angle:82°
  • Diameter handlebar:31.7 mm
  • Clamp height:32mm; 47 mm (with topcover)
  • Fork Steerer:1 1/8” (28,6mm)
  • Sizes:60mm (SBOXDCR-POB060)
    70mm (SBOXDCR-POB070)
    80mm (SBOXDCR-POB080)
    90mm (SBOXDCR-POB090)
    100mm (SBOXDCR-POB100)
    110mm (SBOXDCR-POB110)
    120mm (SBOXDCR-POB120)
    130mm (SBOXDCR-POB130)
    140mm (SBOXDCR-POB140)
    150mm (SBOXDCR-POB150)
    160mm (SBOXDCR-POB160)
  • Weight:175g (110mm)
  • Colour:POB (Polish on Black)
  • Included accessories:integrated topcap, headset spacers and topcover for headtube 56mm & 46mm, D-clip insert.
  • Note:The internal cable routing (DCR) fits electronic groupset only (up to 3 cables), the semi-integrated cable routing (S-DCR) fits any bike & groupset configuration (up to 4 cables).