Cervelo R3 Seatpost Options?
04-22-07, 07:50 AM
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Cervelo R3 Seatpost Options?
The FSA that came with my R3 has way too much setback. Does anybody know of any 32.4 mm carbon seaposts with zero setback?
I believe the Thompson Elite has this size, but I'm not sure if an aluminum post is a good match for a carbon frame, especially considering the Elite has scoring that might damage the seat tube. Am I being overly cautious? The Elite is a great post (I have the 27.2 version), and I've tried using a plastic shim, but no matter how much I tighten it, it still moves.
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I believe the Thompson Elite has this size, but I'm not sure if an aluminum post is a good match for a carbon frame, especially considering the Elite has scoring that might damage the seat tube. Am I being overly cautious? The Elite is a great post (I have the 27.2 version), and I've tried using a plastic shim, but no matter how much I tighten it, it still moves.
Thanks for reading.
04-22-07, 10:00 AM
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Thompson Elite is the only 32.4mm zero setback post that I know of. Otherwise, you would have to shim a 31.6 post to get zero setback.
04-22-07, 08:19 PM
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Originally Posted by cc3chan
Thompson Elite is the only 32.4mm zero setback post that I know of. Otherwise, you would have to shim a 31.6 post to get zero setback.
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Sad? Thomson posts absolutely rock. Get one and you'll never think about your seatpost ever again.
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Originally Posted by DrPete
Sad? Thomson posts absolutely rock. Get one and you'll never think about your seatpost ever again.
No worries about slipping or cracking.
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A brief discussion on R3 seatpost options and upgrades:
https://www.competitivecyclist.com/za...ID=&MODE=&TFC=
https://www.competitivecyclist.com/za...ID=&MODE=&TFC=
04-23-07, 04:10 PM
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Originally Posted by DrPete
Sad? Thomson posts absolutely rock. Get one and you'll never think about your seatpost ever again.
04-23-07, 04:14 PM
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Originally Posted by rivalV
A brief discussion on R3 seatpost options and upgrades:
https://www.competitivecyclist.com/za...ID=&MODE=&TFC=
https://www.competitivecyclist.com/za...ID=&MODE=&TFC=
04-28-07, 02:52 PM
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Recommendation from Cervelo!
Ok, Cervelo confirmed that the 32.4 mm Thomson won't damage the frame or void the warranty. Order from Excel Sports is on its way!
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USE makes a 31.6 to 32.4 shim. 16 grams. If your a real WW you can get a carbon BTP shim for 6 grams. Lot's of options in the 31.6 range. Doesn't void your warranty. Also you may consider using Tacx paste on your seatpost/shim.
