Introducing the Ritchey WCS Switch – a stem that revolutionizes the world of modern cycling. It builds on the legendary tradition of the Ritchey brand and the experience of world champions who have made their mark on these components. This innovative stem isn’t just a piece of metal—it’s a smart system designed for those who value elegance, functionality, and modern design.
The Switch stem combines the proven design of the C220 handlebar clamp with increased stiffness and a flatter aerodynamic profile. But that’s not all—inside lies a smart, reversible accessory mount for bike computers and cameras. The entire system is complemented by the ingenious integration of cable routing directly into the headset, allowing you to elegantly hide up to three cables for brakes, shifting, and other components.
- Hidden Access System
The integrated accessory mount remains completely hidden until you’re ready to attach it—cleanliness and elegance in one. - Clean cable routing
Up to three cables are discreetly routed through the system into the frames, creating a perfectly clean and professional look.
- 2014 alloy for maximum stiffness
- Wider handlebar clamp (49.8 mm)
- Compatible with 1.5" headsets
- Weighs only 175 g
- 84° angle for optimal positioning
Specifications:
Material: 2014 alloyBolts: black stainless steel
Lengths: 60–120 mm
Angle: 84°
Handlebar clamp diameter: 31.8 mm
Handlebar clamp width: 49.8 mm
Fork steerer tube diameter: 1–1/8" (28.6 mm)
Clamp height: 50 mm (42 mm stem + 8 mm cable routing)
Included: compression cap, cable routing, insert mount
Tom Ritchey is unique. Although president of his company and chief designer, he still manages to ride around 15,000km a year and put his riding knowledge into practice.40 years of innovation - Tom Ritchey was a central figure in the early days of mountain biking - setting the direction in component design and using new materials for all sectors of cycling.
The reputed durability of Ritchey products is due to stress testing exceeding the required standards several times over. The result - the best weight/strength ratio of components on the market. Ritchey steel frames, always personally welded and tuned by Tom during test rides, consulted with top racers and then manufactured to the highest quality, have become the stuff of legend.









