Thomson Masterpiece

Price Paid:  $130.00 at LBS

Favorite Ride:
Anyhere

Bike Setup:
Not important.....

Summary:
I have used Thomson Elite posts on my mountain bikes for some time now and went with the Masterpiece on my road bike for the light weight, and as much as I hate to admit it "Bling" value as well. All Thomson products are a work of art that function flawlessly forever. The mounting can take a little patience but once it is set up it will never move or fail you.

Strengths:
There are few absolutes in life, the timeless quality of any Thomson product is one of them.

Weaknesses:
Perfection comes with a price and the Masterpiece is not cheap. However, look at the weights and prices of the other posts out there. The price and weight of the Masterpiece beats most of the high end carbon posts on the market. If the cost is still too much go with the Elite it is just as good, just a little heavier.

Similar Products Used:
FSA

Price Paid:  $120.00 at ebay procyclingdisco

Favorite Ride:
Anywhere in the Sierra National Forrest

Bike Setup:
Cannondale SystemSix with full Campagnolo Record grouppo, FSA K-Wing Carbon bars, Thompson Masterpiece seatpost, Fizik Aliante Ti saddle, and ROL wheels.

Summary:
With price as no object, I began researching seatposts for my Cannondale SystemSix build project.

I examined all reviews and products on this site, and various vendor sites. I decided upon the Thompson Masterpiece due to the fact that it is light, strong, and it is made in the USA. Actually, this CNC machined product is a work of art.

I could not have made a better decision. I am a big guy 6'1" 225, and this post holds my Fizik Aliante solidy in place without a hitch.

My seatpost on my C'dale MTB is always popping and losing it's position; Therefore, I have decided to replace it with a Thompson Elite seatpost.

I recommend this product to anyone who will settle for nothing less than the best.

Strengths:
Strong, beautifully crafted, very light, MADE IN THE USA!

Weaknesses:
Somewhat difficult ot adjust. Pricey.

Similar Products Used:
Cannondale stock seatpost ono a Prophet MTB.

Price Paid:  $131.00 at ebay Professional Cy

Favorite Ride:
That a way!

Bike Setup:
Scattante CFR Carbon

Summary:
Best darn seat post that will ever be. After popping the bolt on the Forte Precision, I just had enough. Once calibrated to the right angle, it just doesn't move. Adjustment of the angle/fore-aft takes a bit of getting used to, but worth the time for a secure ride.

Strengths:
Solid construction, good looks, reliability.

Weaknesses:
None that I've seen so far.

Similar Products Used:
Forte Precision carbon/aluminum

Price Paid:  $140.00 at Online

Favorite Ride:
Anytime I'm on a bike

Bike Setup:
Colnago Master XL DA Ksyrium SL3 Tubulars

Summary:
Have a Thompson Elite on my MTB, so I thought that I would try the Masterpiece for my road ride. It just doesn't get any better than this!

Strengths:
The lightest, strongest, best made, safest, easiest to adjust seatpost BAR NONE!!!!

Weaknesses:
None (Well, a little pricey)

Similar Products Used:
Mavic, TTT, Bontrager, Campagnolo, Gippiem

Price Paid:  $120.00 at LBS

Favorite Ride:
Rottweiler 150

Bike Setup:
Waterford RS-33 w/Ultegra

Summary:
It's all good if you're willing to part with a c-note+.

Strengths:
Bombproof,lightweight,gorgeous,& very adjustable.

Weaknesses:
good things cost good money

Similar Products Used:
Ritchey for the Stumpjumper Pro, and various lower end posts for the ol' Cannondale SR500.