Both will do the job but they do look different so get the one you prefer the looks of.
I would go Alu as it will be lighter and the stem will not be flexing all over the place.
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Both will do the job but they do look different so get the one you prefer the looks of.
I would go Alu as it will be lighter and the stem will not be flexing all over the place.