Changing seat post clamp

[8848]

Hi,

 

I have a trek superfly 100 bike that came standard with a bolt type seat post clamp (31.8mm) - (allan key required to tighten / loosen). I am keen to change it for a quick release seat post clamp so that it is easier to adjust based on conditions etc.

 

is this necesary? and is it wise?

[MrJacques]

Depends on how often you change seat height... you may even consider a dropper type seat post.

[NotSoBigBen]

This could turn into a baggies vs lycra type discussion ......

 

Is the question if it's necessary/wise to change it or move it up and down depending on conditions?

[Cav']

I just changed mine from quick release to the bolt type.

How many times do you really change your seat height - ( Do you share a bike with someone? )

[8848]

I find it helps on technical trails, downhills or routes that are typically more technical to have it lower, and on longer cross country type rides to have it higher.

 

I seem to find that the saddle is "in my way" when trying to move my weight from far back over the back wheel, to further forward. (technical stuff). but obviously it is better higher on tracks, roads etc.

 

will the QR type slip?

 

or is it my technique / style that is poor?

[NotSoBigBen]

I have both bolt and QR, don't move mine though and the QR one doesn't slip ....

[droo]

I find it helps on technical trails, downhills or routes that are typically more technical to have it lower, and on longer cross country type rides to have it higher.

 

I seem to find that the saddle is "in my way" when trying to move my weight from far back over the back wheel, to further forward. (technical stuff). but obviously it is better higher on tracks, roads etc.

 

will the QR type slip?

 

or is it my technique / style that is poor?

 

Whatever makes you more comfortable. I descend with my seat down, but I also ride flat pedals so if the saddle kicks me in the naught I tend to come off the pedals, which can be interesting. I'm also a social trail rider, so I'm not too concerned with getting anywhere in a helluva hurry. (Except when the seat's already dropped...)

 

Get a QR, if it's the right size it'll do what you need it to. And if you decide you don't like it, it's not the most expensive mistake you'll ever make. (Although it might inspire you to get a dropper post, and those are a few bucks...)

[patches]

I'm on the dropper-post team!

 

Yes, they cost a pretty-penny... but if you're trail, enduro or all mountain riding, they're totally worth it. 5" of adjustment at the flick of a switch.

 

They seriously transform a bike!