What is a micro adjust seatpost?

Most mid to high-end bikes are equipped with a “micro adjust” seatpost. Micro adjust seatposts utilize a more effective clamp that usually involves one or two bolts which tighten on the saddle above and below the rails.

Can I shorten my seatpost?

Cutting the post down is the proper way to do it really. Seat posts need to have a minimum amount of tube in the frame for safety though, so do some measuring and just cut off as little as you can get away with and file down any rough or sharp edges.

What is the most common seatpost diameter?

27.2mm
The most common diameter is probably 27.2mm, but other sizes between 21.15 and 35mm are often found, as well. Seatposts also vary in length. A shorter seatpost will typically be lighter in weight but less adjustable.

What does offset mean on seatpost?

Offset is the distance between the centerline of the seatpost tube, and the centerline of the clamp area. Shims are often available to adapt a too-small seatpost to a too-large seat tube.

What happens if saddle is too high?

A saddle that is too high will cause the hips to rock back and forth. Not only does this detract from pedalling efficiency, but it can also be extremely uncomfortable. Discomfort can show up in your lower back or as knee pain (especially in the back of the knee).

How do you adjust a single bolt seatpost?

On a single-bolt post, use the correct size Allen key to loosen the clamp bolt (anticlockwise) until the mechanism moves freely. Adjust the angle of the saddle, and the fore-aft position too if necessary, and then re-tighten the bolt (clockwise) to the correct torque.

What size seat clamp do I need for a 25.4 seatpost?

28.6
25.4 seatpost = 28.6 seatpost clamp.

How do I choose seatpost size?

To measure, you place the rod inside the seat tube and match the diameter. The rods are designed to have an increasing diameter from one end to the other. Therefore, the correct reading, which matches, is the one above the end of the seat tube.