Typical dropper post travel ranges from
100 to 150mm
, with even longer options now becoming more readily available. As a general rule, get as much travel as you can get away with. The lower you can get your seat, the more fun you’ll have, most of the time.
Can a dropper post be too long?
Most likely it will stop at its own collar pressing down at the frame’s seat post collar/binder
. If then, at its full extension, the saddle still feels too high, you are likely to have a frame too big for you.
How much does a dropper post drop?
The typical amount of drop is around
125mm to 170mm of travel
, which works well for most riders. Longer travel posts do exist, from 170mm up to 210mm, but they can be difficult to use for shorter riders or on certain bike frames.
Is 100mm enough for dropper post?
100mm is fine
, and 125mm works well too.
What does 100mm travel mean?
Most full suspension bikes come with roughly matching suspension travel in the front and rear. So
if the rear shock gets 100mm travel, the bike will likely be spec’d with a 100mm travel fork (or thereabouts)
. 80mm – 100mm Travel: “Cross Country” Bikes.
How is dropper post calculated?
To figure out your max insertion length, measure from the frame bend, routing port, pivot bolt that stops the post from going down, etc. Basically,
the spot where the post bottoms out in your frame, measure from there to the top of your seat tube
.
How do you reduce travel on dropper post?
Can dropper posts be adjusted?
Just like your derailleur cable, over time your cable will settle in to your housing for your dropper seat post which causes the cable to loosen. Also like your derailleur,
your dropper seat post will have a barrel adjuster near the lever to help make micro-adjustments to your cable tension
.
Do I need a dropper post on a hardtail?
definitely yes
. a hardtail pedals better, so it is worth having your seat post nice and high to make the most of that. which will mean you will want to be able to get it out of your way when it starts smacking you in the ass when it gets rocky.
What is the purpose of a dropper seatpost?
The idea behind the dropper is
to provide optimum saddle height for both climbing/flat riding, and for descending
. When you need to pedal, you want your saddle at the height where you’ll get the most efficient power transfer. When it’s time to descend, the ideal saddle height is a lot lower.
Do dropper posts have suspension?
PNW Components says, “
The Coast dropper is the world’s first Suspension Dropper Post
, combining ride smoothing suspension and the benefits of a dropper into one seat post. This dropper is designed to help riders on all types of bikes, from packed up trekkers, to the cross country wanderers, even the weekday commuters.”
Do I need more than 100mm travel?
Depending on your skill, riding style, and terrain, there is likely an ideal amount of suspension travel. Other specs such as geometry, wheels, and tires matter too, but they are usually tailored to match a bike’s suspension.
Most modern mountain bikes will have somewhere between 100mm and 170mm of suspension travel
.
Do I need a dropper post for XC?
XC riders initially resisted dropper seatposts, due to the weight burden, but demand will always father innovation
. As a result, the best short-travel dropper posts are now feathery light, which might be short in terms of comparative travel, but ideal for gram counting XC riders.
Do you need a dropper post on an XC bike?
The biggest reason you need a dropper post is to quickly go between seated pedaling and standing to navigate steep drops or jumps
. Enduro riders need to be able to pedal hard over long distances and varied terrain, but they also need to clear very technical terrain so they get the most use out of a dropper post.
Is 120 enough to travel?
In addition, you’re not likely to notice much difference between a 120mm, 130mm, and 140mm fork. Honesty,
a 120mm fork is enough travel for most Trail riders
.
What does 120 mm travel mean?
Suspension may be referred to as short or long travel:
Short-travel suspension (less than 120mm) suspension provides all-round riding performance with an emphasis on smooth trails and going uphill
. Long-travel suspension (greater than 120mm) is best for descending rough terrain at high speeds with greater control.
Is 100mm travel enough on a 29er?
yes, it’s plenty
. pro-Dh’ers need/use 200mm-ish. mere mortals will be riding stuff that’s half as gnarly*, half as fast*. that’ll be 100mm being plenty for us then.
Can a 31.6 seatpost fit a 30.9 frame?
You can fit a narrower post into a wider frame using a shim (a thin sleeve of aluminium or plastic), for example a 30.9 mm dropper post into a 31.6 mm frame. However,
there is no way to fit a wider post in a narrower frame
, for example a 31.6 mm post into a 30.9 mm frame.
How do I get a full dropper?
A dropper full is when you
squeeze the bulb at the top of the dropper and put it in the solution and release
. It will not fill completely but you will get the right amount.
How do you measure a dropper?
Pick up the dropper and find the mark on the dropper for the amount or dose of medicine needed
. There are 2 different measurements, teaspoon (tsp.) and milliliter (ml.), as shown on the pictures of the dropper. (1 teaspoon = 5 milliliters.)
How do you set the maximum height on a dropper post?
Can you shim a dropper post?
Can you put a dropper post on any bike?
A dropper post can be a great upgrade for any mountain bike
, but it’s important to find one that’s compatible with your bike. Here’s a few things you’ll need to consider: Seat post width – you will need to identify the width of your existing seat post as this is the size you will need when choosing a dropper.
How long should my dropper post be?
To choose the correct travel dropper post, measure from the seatpost collar to the seat rail (in your climbing, or highest setting) on your current bike. Subtract 50mm from this measurement and the resulting number is the maximum travel length dropper post you can comfortably run.
