Building on the success of their R1V and D2A flat pedals, Pembree have launched the aptly-named Very First Stem (VFS). Not only does it look pretty bling, but it has great eco credentials, too. Founder Phil Law says he’d always intended to expand the Pembree range, but the pedals proved so popular that he had to delay his plans. Thanks to a new robot-loaded CNC machine, he’s now on top of all the orders and can work on new kit. As with all Pembree products, the stem has been designed with sustainability in mind. It’s entirely made in the UK, including the bolts, from 75 per cent recycled aluminium. From design to delivery, the whole process is carbon neutral, with Pembree’s East Sussex factory being solar/wind-powered. As for the stem…