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@Smallfurry
With you on this Hugo.
I realise that the frame will have a miniscule amount more flex. But the real issuse is the headset placement.
How much do you think you can flex the headtube + steerer between the headset?
A: Feck all
How much can you flex 10cm+ of exposed steerer alone, using a 21cm or so lever?
A: A notable amount.
This why an extended headtube is a far better solution (if less versatile), than a spacer stack.
The cleverest solution:
http://www.argon18bike.com/innovations/technology/3d-headtube.html
PS. Only a unuk would dare ride that yellow bike.