The 6 Best Dropper Posts of 2024 | Tested & Rated - GearLab
2024年11月20日 · Interested in identifying the best dropper seatpost for your beloved mountain bicycle? Don't sweat, we have you covered. We have spent years researching virtually every dropper post on the market. We agonized over the details and purchased over a dozen of the most compelling options.
How to Choose a Dropper Seatpost - GearLab
2018年10月25日 · Many people consider dropper seatposts one of the most game-changing innovations in the mountain bike industry. Their proliferation has drastically changed the way we ride for the better. A dropper post can dramatically improve the way you ride while also making it easier and more fun.
How We Tested Dropper Posts - GearLab
2024年5月14日 · Our testing process is multi-faceted, and we do everything in our power to find each post's strengths and weaknesses. We started by installing each dropper on our test bike ourselves to assess the ease of installation.
Fox Racing Shox Transfer Performance Elite Review | Tested
As one of the biggest names in high-performance mountain bike suspension, it seems natural that Fox is well-positioned to engineer a top-shelf dropper post. While we weren't exactly disappointed with the old version of the Transfer , it didn't quite stack up with the best models we've tested.
BikeYoke Revive 2.0 Review | Tested & Rated - GearLab
2023年10月27日 · A high-end dropper post that blends a fantastic feel with some very useful features: This simple-to-set-up, cable-actuated dropper is super smooth and has one of the best levers available: A quality dropper post at a decent price that …
Specialized Command Post IRCC Review | Tested & Rated - GearLab
Can't decide whether you like the limitless options of an infinite travel dropper post or the predictability of a multi-position setup? Look no further than the Command Post IRCC. The purely mechanical system was unaffected by cold riding temps when …
Ibis DV9 NX Review | Tested & Rated - GearLab
2019年5月22日 · The Fox Transfer dropper seat post is excellent and reliable. The SRAM Level brakes leave something to be desired, but they work well enough. Climbing Performance. The DV9 climbs like a mountain goat with a light feel and zippy acceleration. It is clear this bike was designed to put in serious miles, and it does just that.
Giant Contact Switch Review | Tested & Rated - GearLab
The Giant Contact SL Switch is a dropper post that is spec'd on mid to high-end Giant mountain bikes, but one that unfortunately may not be on your radar. We hope this review brings this post into consideration for many more riders seeking a reliable, adaptable and affordable dropper post.
The 5 Best Budget Mountain Bikes of 2024 | Tested - GearLab
2024年12月2日 · Reasonable price, comes with a dropper post, fun on a range of terrain, efficient climber, playful on descents: A versatile bike that is competent in a variety of situations, 2.6-inch tires, a generally solid spec: Progressive geometry, Microshift drivetrain, excellent aesthetics: Affordable, comfortable: Cons: Heavy AF model, Too much bike for ...
OneUp Components V3 Review | Tested & Rated - GearLab
2024年5月14日 · Our 240mm V3 Dropper hit the scales at 612 grams. We tested the 31.6mm diameter post. That makes this post about 55 grams lighter than the V2 Dropper in the same size and length. That is roughly an 8-9% weight savings. Seatpost weight isn't as big a deal as wheel or tire weight, but it is notable.