Thread: Carbon post in AL frame?
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Old 09-02-12 | 08:50 PM
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Originally Posted by Aeolis
Sheldon was the man but not sure why he said that, wish I could ask him
"Diameter is not the only factor affecting compatibility. Using a carbon-fiber seatpost in a metal frame, or vice versa, invites problems. Metal should be greased, but carbon fiber should not be. The seatpost clamps of metal frames easily damage carbon-fiber seatposts."

http://sheldonbrown.com/seatpost-sizes.html
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