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dukesgunnar
a Road RacerDate Reviewed: January 3, 2003
Strengths: Simple, robust construction.Weaknesses: Squeaks sometimes when wet and dirty, ya gotta clean it.
50% heavier than a comparably priced solid post.Bottom Line: I like it. Takes the edge off bumps but not anything more ie. suspension in the sense of a fork. I have the cut to the "softest" length. Works better on dips than bumps. No bouncing even when I get sloppy pedaling. Definitely takes the sting out of remounts in cyclocross. I weigh 140 lbs.
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$80.00
Purchased At: cambira
Similar Products Used: none
Bike Setup: Gunnar Crosshairs with Flite Gel saddle.
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Mark Edel
a Commuter
from Naperville, ILDate Reviewed: October 15, 2002
Strengths: Acceptable constructionWeaknesses: Not enough deflection for average weight riders to benefit. Annoying seat clamp.Bottom Line: I'm not sure what the other reviewers saw in this product. I weigh 165. Set for the maximum springiness, this thing hardly deflects (less than the seat springs!). The directions suggest that it could bottom out if set too soft. It seems to me that the force required to bottom this out, even with no spacers and no preloading, would destroy the bicycle.
I can barely tell the difference between this and a solid post. Maybe it works better for heavier riders, or maybe my riding style just doesn't benefit, but it does nothing for me.
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$80.00
Purchased At: Performance
Similar Products Used: Non-suspension post
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Matt Matcuk
a Recreational Rider
from Naperville, ILDate Reviewed: June 28, 2002
Strengths: Does exactly what it says it will--absorbs the chatter; not too heavy; looks pretty much like a regular road post; no sensation of bouncingWeaknesses: Seat clamp bolts a tad fragile (I busted one off my Rockshox mtn post); it's hard to tighten them enough to get rid of the squeak in the seat clamp without being in danger of snapping one; price-- even at $80 this still is not cheapBottom Line: If you're looking for suspended seatposts, I'd recommend the rockshox road post. It's not *that* much heavier than a stock (solid) post and it really takes the edge off.
I ride an aluminum road bike; while I like the lightness and the responsiveness, it's definitely a harsh ride. Even still, I probably never would have gone for this post if I hadn't started developing a medical problem (not due to cycling): I've got a herniated disc and mild deteriorative disc disease. After being off the bike for a year (actually riding a recumbent for that year) I finally got this post and started riding again.
The big question for me was whether I would feel like I was pogoing while riding. I have to say that I almost never perceive any up and down movement, except on an occasional very hard bump that I was too lazy to get off of the saddle for.
I got mine from a online/catalog retailer that I wouldn't recommend. I won't diss them here, but email me if you want the skinny, and paid $80.00
In case you're interested, I weigh 180 and actually had to back the preload almost all the way out; don't be afraid of doing so if you're at a similar weight: the post won't feel squishy.
Bike Setup: aluminum road bike with low-end Shimano components
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JSupan
a Recreational Rider
from Covington, LADate Reviewed: October 17, 2001
Strengths: Adjustability. I weigh 240 and the directions and spare bumper provide for proper adjustment.Weaknesses: None so far.Bottom Line: I bought this seatpost due to a back injury, hoping it will help me stay on the bike as long as I had been. The post helps absorb a great deal of road shock from the rear of the bike, based on how much vibration I feel in my hands while riding rough roads. During this year's MS150, I kept yelling how much I love this post, while my riding buddies complained about rough pavement.
Favorite Ride: MS150
Price Paid:
$106.00
Purchased At: BikeZone
Similar Products Used: standard seat posts
Bike Setup: I have the post set at 4mm of travel when I sit down and up to 6mm of travel over rough roads. At t
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Joseph T. Nolter Jr.
a Recreational Rider
from Mahanoy City, Pa. USADate Reviewed: May 9, 2000
Strengths: Quality of manufacturing material. Ease of setup, and maintaining. Functioning properties to date for easing of medium to small bumps excellent. At present I am very pleased with this product up-grade.Weaknesses: Unable to fasten seat bag to post.Bottom Line: This is an upgrade of low cost and adds a great deal of comfort taking off the edge of the medium bumps. The one that I use is on a mountain bike and I am very well pleased with this product.
Favorite Ride: Starts with every ride
Similar Products Used: Butt Cheeks
Bike Setup: Delivered with set up for 160 pound rider, which is me. But reading instruction leads to a easy set if needed
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