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Old 05-17-11, 03:29 AM
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Gary Fountain
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I had a C-Record post fail on me. It gave me a real scare. I was riding quickly at about 50kph when it went. I nearly went 'out the back door' but managed to stay upright. Retrieving the post, it showed no evidence of prior damage - no marring at all. It just snapped.

A week prior to my incident, another rider from my local area had it happen to him with a Campy post. He, unfortunately impaled himself on the piece that remained in the frame. He had to have major surgery and now has to wear a colostomy bag. I did not see his seatpost and I do not know which Campagnolo model it was.

I'm a real fan of Campagnolo but it does have its faults. I would not use that seatpost.

It is your choice - best of luck,

Gary
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