Setback seatpost
02-24-20, 03:22 PM
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Setback seatpost
I am looking at 2 different ones. Thompson Elite and Velo Orange. I currently have a Thompson and it is very nice quality. But wondering if anyone has any experience with the Velo Orange seatpost?
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02-24-20, 03:56 PM
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fwiw - I went with the Velo Orange Grand Cru Long Setback Seatpost MKII: 30.2mm Setback, 27.2mm & I like it
https://www.bikeforums.net/bicycle-m...eatpost-2.html
https://www.bikeforums.net/bicycle-m...eatpost-2.html
02-24-20, 07:15 PM
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I have both. Both work. I find Thomson a little easier to adjust but you need a fair amount of post outside the seat tube to accommodate the bend. As for Velo Orange, I have had no problems but apparently they have had some issues with clamp bolts breaking. You might also look at options from Nitto.
