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Old 08-06-07 | 09:51 AM
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Originally Posted by squarewheels
Carbon fiber dampens road shock better than aluminum.
While as a general principle of the 2 materials that may make some sense, In my experience switching from an Al post to a CF post made no difference in the ride quality.

With the amount of seat post extended in a typical application, I just don't think it makes much difference.
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