Seatpost debate

[jcmtbfreak]

Had an AL frame crack that I was running a 31.6mm race face carbon post on it. I'm replacing the frame with a steel frame that has a 27.2mm seatpost. I'd like to run a carbon post (prolly another Race Face, loved it) to keep the weight down and make the already smooth ride even smoother. My only concern is that running a carbon post will be TOO flexy. I'm 6'2" 235lbs riding a 19" frame, so theres some seatpost exposed, not a ton, but enough. I know the steel frame will ride well, regardless of the seatpost used. I'd prefer the carbon, but would it be better to run a nice AL post? Thoughts?

[sydneyV]

If you're worried about Flex get a Thomson... Light and ridiculously strong

[mtnbiker72]

If you're worried about Flex get a Thomson... Light and ridiculously strong

This ^^^

[jcmtbfreak]

Ended up going with a Race Face Next SL. Figure I'll get the smoothest ride I can.

[Biggie]

Had an AL frame crack that I was running a 31.6mm race face carbon post on it. I'm replacing the frame with a steel frame that has a 27.2mm seatpost. I'd like to run a carbon post (prolly another Race Face, loved it) to keep the weight down and make the already smooth ride even smoother. My only concern is that running a carbon post will be TOO flexy. I'm 6'2" 235lbs riding a 19" frame, so theres some seatpost exposed, not a ton, but enough. I know the steel frame will ride well, regardless of the seatpost used. I'd prefer the carbon, but would it be better to run a nice AL post? Thoughts?

I'm 5'11" and 250...ish...and have a carbon post in a 27.2 Misfit Dissent frame. Not too flexy. There is only 4 inches of post exposed though...

I notice the FSA SL-K is only rated for 165 pounds though!!! Yikes!!!

[Big Willy]

First Post. I have finally joined...

I bent my stock Ritchey post at the end of last season. Now looking for a replacement.

I am 6'-2" 290lbs. I ride a 20" Jamis Dakota 29er.

Does anyone have experience with adjustable seat posts for riders in my range?

[donalson]

Had an AL frame crack that I was running a 31.6mm race face carbon post on it. I'm replacing the frame with a steel frame that has a 27.2mm seatpost. I'd like to run a carbon post (prolly another Race Face, loved it) to keep the weight down and make the already smooth ride even smoother. My only concern is that running a carbon post will be TOO flexy. I'm 6'2" 235lbs riding a 19" frame, so theres some seatpost exposed, not a ton, but enough. I know the steel frame will ride well, regardless of the seatpost used. I'd prefer the carbon, but would it be better to run a nice AL post? Thoughts?

what frame was it?... how much post was in the frame? any pics?

sorry nothing good beyond an echo of "thomson" if you want strength....

[lightjunction]

If you're worried about Flex get a Thomson... Light and ridiculously strong

Couldn't have said it better.

[mtnbiker72]

As a lighter clyde (most I've weighed is about 235lbs, currently 215lbs) I have broken two carbon posts that I have had on hardtails. Never an issue on my road bike or on a full suspension but I will not use them on hardtails anymore.

[donalson]

... I just ordered me a thomson setback for my new bike... I don't want to play with anything less ;-)...

[Big Willy]

I hear ya... Much as I'd like an adjustable post, I will probably go with a Thomson as well.

Good riding.

[BigJZ74]

First Post. I have finally joined...

I bent my stock Ritchey post at the end of last season. Now looking for a replacement.

I am 6'-2" 290lbs. I ride a 20" Jamis Dakota 29er.

Does anyone have experience with adjustable seat posts for riders in my range?

I run a 31.6mm RS Reverb. I have had it for 3 months now, over 200 miles on a trek Scratch Air 9. I weigh 325lbs with no issues to speak of.