Do you need to lubricate seatpost?
You should absolutely grease your seatpost (unless it is carbon fiber). It won’t slip around if your seatpost clamp is properly tightened. Get a thing of grease from the bike shop, like the park tool PPL-1 grease.
How do you lubricate a bike seat post?
Using your finger or a brush, apply a thin coat of new grease to the inside of the seat tube, or the outside of the seatpost. Re-insert the seat post to your preferred height, and clamp it in place. Use standard bicycle grease if your frame and seatpost are both any kind of metal (steel, aluminum, or titanium).
Is a suspension seatpost worth it?
A suspension post really helps by allowing a rider to sit more on long rocky rides, conserving energy. The Thudbuster is best. Well worth it if you often ride very rocky or rooty and can’t afford full suspension.
Should I grease seat tube?
Over time, metals like an aluminum seatpost and a steel seat tube can fuse through oxidation or bind through friction. Simply applying a coat of grease between the two provides a barrier against corrosion.
Can you shorten a suspension seatpost?
If the post cannot be slid all the way into the frame due to an obstruction it can be cut down to shorten it. As long as the minumum length is inserted into the frame you will be structurally safe. You can buy a shorter post of course.
What is a suspension seatpost?
A suspension seatpost is just like any other bike seatpost but it features a special suspension system between the top part that connects the saddle. It is great for smoothing out rough and bumpy terrain, allowing you to ride in more comfort for longer.
How does a suspension seat work?
What is a Suspension Seat? The term suspension seat comes from the liner suspended between the steel frame. As the occupant moves up and down, the liner gives, preventing the body from constantly hitting against a hard surface such as those found in stock seats.
Should I grease my seatpost clamp?
You should grease your seatpost on the segment that fits into the seat tube to prevent oxidation and corrosion. Grease also prevents jamming of the seat post in the seat tube and gets rid of creaks.
How do I stop my seatpost from creaking?
If a creak is coming from your seat post, not your saddle, it likely needs lube. If your seat post is aluminum, remove it by loosening the bolt at the seat collar and wipe off any grease and grit. Then, apply a light coating of paste grease with your finger and put the post back in your bike frame.
What are the different types of suspension seatposts?
In a nutshell, suspension seatposts typically offer a 10-50mm of travel by way of an internal coil, elastomer, or air spring system. Here are the three main types of suspension seat posts on the market: Elastomer suspension seatposts use a solid rubber “bumper” that cushions a hinged linkage or other type of system.
What’s the weight penalty for a suspension seatpost?
You can expect a 100-500 gram (4-18oz) weight penalty over a conventional aluminium seatpost. 2. The Suspension Bob When you pedal, your body movements create forces that can activate the suspension. This bob will occur to varying degrees depending on the seatpost model and setup. 3. You Have A Full Suspension Bike
What does a shockstop seatpost do for a bike?
The patent-pending ShockStop Suspension Seatpost provides 35mm of tunable, ultra-responsive suspension travel for the ultimate bump-eating comfort. Ride further, faster, and more comfortably on the bike you already own, while the ShockStop Seatpost lets you float over rough terrain.
Are there suspension seatposts on a PNW coast?
Adding a bit of dampening suspension is a natural progression. There is only one option available right now, the PNW Coast, which you can find in the list below. Here’s our full list of suspension seatposts. As with our other Gear Index lists, find the ones we’ve tested at the top, marked with a “T” icon.