Kestrel seat post question.......problem...
Just bought a 2010 Kestrel RT800. It has a aero carbon fiber post and it was real tough getting in. I actually only put it in about 2 inches and could barely get it out. I recently got the bike back from a lbs where I has sram rival group put on and I figured they would fix it. They couldn't get it in and didn't feel comfortable forcing it in case it got stuck. I emailed Kestrel and they said they are tight, but to try and sand the post ans inside the seat tube to make it fit easier. I did and it's better, I don't feel like im killing myself to get it out.
Question...
Can I put some kind or grease/lubricant to make it a little easier? Will grease hurt carbon fiber? They bike doesn't have a clear coat, its like a matte finish.
I has carbon rip gel, but i know that just creates more grip.