Originally Posted by
CliftonGK1
The Easton EA30 2-bolt is sturdy, too... and at 1/3 the price of the Thomson. I've got both, and I have the EA30 on my CX race bike. No problems.
+1 Just got one on of the easton EA30 this summer. Works well and a lot cheaper. The Thomson is real nice (I have one of them also) but its too expensive.
Is the Easton better for cheaper? no, is the easton as good for cheaper, yes. I weigh 230ish and have a seatpost rack and trunk bag on it. No problems yet but I have only been riding it about a month this year.