Classic looking seat post with the least amount of setback
10-29-16, 04:42 AM
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Classic looking seat post with the least amount of setback
Anyone got recommendations for a seat post as described? I like zero setback posts since I have short femurs. I have 3T Dorics and Thomson Elites on various bikes, but they won't look good with classic lugged steel frames. The 3T obviously because they're carbon, and the Thomson because the CNC finish is just OK.
AFAIK there aren't any zero setback classic posts, so I'm asking for recommendations on posts with the least amount of setback.
TIA!
AFAIK there aren't any zero setback classic posts, so I'm asking for recommendations on posts with the least amount of setback.
TIA!
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10-29-16, 05:21 AM
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Anyone got recommendations for a seat post as described? I like zero setback posts since I have short femurs. I have 3T Dorics and Thomson Elites on various bikes, but they won't look good with classic lugged steel frames. The 3T obviously because they're carbon, and the Thomson because the CNC finish is just OK.
AFAIK there aren't any zero setback classic posts, so I'm asking for recommendations on posts with the least amount of setback.
TIA!
AFAIK there aren't any zero setback classic posts, so I'm asking for recommendations on posts with the least amount of setback.
TIA!
10-29-16, 06:44 AM
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You probably won't find a true zero setback vintage seatpost, but I wonder if a usual low-setback vintage post would not do, especially on a vintage frame. There is always the '60s/70s/80s Campagnolo two-bolt seatpost, which had about 15 mm setback, and there were some close imitations. It would look right on a vintage frame, but you need to work out what wrench you can use for angle and fore-aft adjustments. A pair of 10 mm hex bolts are on the top (not Allen-head!). Not light by modern Thomson or 3TTT standards, but the lightest of its day. With a more-forward saddle like a Brooks, it might get you forward enough for your femurs. Among others with similar shape are the early single-bolts like the SR Laprade. Most seatposts had the same 15-ish mm setback.
Nitto today has seatposts with the 15 mm setback even in the two-bolt design
Nitto today has seatposts with the 15 mm setback even in the two-bolt design
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Can a Thomson post be polished to get a more classic appearance? I'd never go to the trouble but it might solve your problem.
10-29-16, 08:07 AM
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I bought an origin 8 seatpost and it's pretty unobtrusive on my miyata 1000. Shiny silver with grey lettering, was only 30$
10-29-16, 08:25 AM
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This exists:
At some point I think I was told it's Campy, but I don't recall seeing anything stamped. Been a while though. I'll take a look for ya later in the day and see what's there. Just rolled out of bed, day two of sick, so be patient.
But no, you don't appear to be chasing unicorns here.
At some point I think I was told it's Campy, but I don't recall seeing anything stamped. Been a while though. I'll take a look for ya later in the day and see what's there. Just rolled out of bed, day two of sick, so be patient.
But no, you don't appear to be chasing unicorns here.
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10-29-16, 06:08 PM
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Grand Cru, Thompson or generic looks like it.
I would be inclined to just go with the 3t anyway since they are pretty darn classy no matter what. Maybe try it and see if it grows on you. I have one with a Brooks on a later Fugi, thought it might clash w/the Brooks, but nah get plenty of compliments so you never know and if you already have one it cant hurt to try.
I would be inclined to just go with the 3t anyway since they are pretty darn classy no matter what. Maybe try it and see if it grows on you. I have one with a Brooks on a later Fugi, thought it might clash w/the Brooks, but nah get plenty of compliments so you never know and if you already have one it cant hurt to try.
You're using a 3T carbon post with a Brooks on a Fuji, and it looks ok? Wow, I'm surprised. Still, I would probably go with a silver Thomson over a carbon 3T.
You probably won't find a true zero setback vintage seatpost, but I wonder if a usual low-setback vintage post would not do, especially on a vintage frame. There is always the '60s/70s/80s Campagnolo two-bolt seatpost, which had about 15 mm setback, and there were some close imitations. It would look right on a vintage frame, but you need to work out what wrench you can use for angle and fore-aft adjustments. A pair of 10 mm hex bolts are on the top (not Allen-head!). Not light by modern Thomson or 3TTT standards, but the lightest of its day. With a more-forward saddle like a Brooks, it might get you forward enough for your femurs. Among others with similar shape are the early single-bolts like the SR Laprade. Most seatposts had the same 15-ish mm setback.
Nitto today has seatposts with the 15 mm setback even in the two-bolt design
Nitto today has seatposts with the 15 mm setback even in the two-bolt design
At some point I think I was told it's Campy, but I don't recall seeing anything stamped. Been a while though. I'll take a look for ya later in the day and see what's there. Just rolled out of bed, day two of sick, so be patient.
But no, you don't appear to be chasing unicorns here.
10-29-16, 06:10 PM
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On further review, it's not Campy at all. Post is stamped TAHOMA. A quick search of "tahoma seatpost 27.2" reveals some appearances on ebay and sold listings at <$30.
Hope this is a worthwhile bit of info!
EDIT: Quick review: It's a nice-looking post with much C&V aesthetic; fine adjustment via 2-bolt is functionally excellent. For the price I'd call it a big win.
Hope this is a worthwhile bit of info!
EDIT: Quick review: It's a nice-looking post with much C&V aesthetic; fine adjustment via 2-bolt is functionally excellent. For the price I'd call it a big win.
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10-29-16, 06:19 PM
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Yep, I'm going to be using a Brooks Swift or Professional as well. I'm really liking the VO GC post.
You're using a 3T carbon post with a Brooks on a Fuji, and it looks ok? Wow, I'm surprised. Still, I would probably go with a silver Thomson over a carbon 3T.
Agree-I wouldn't do it either.
I will be looking for a vintage campy post first and then the VO GC is next best option.
Thanks for the rec on the O8. It appears very similar to the Thomson with a nicer finish to match classic components.
That is perfect, especially if it really is Campy! Thanks.
You're using a 3T carbon post with a Brooks on a Fuji, and it looks ok? Wow, I'm surprised. Still, I would probably go with a silver Thomson over a carbon 3T.
Agree-I wouldn't do it either.
I will be looking for a vintage campy post first and then the VO GC is next best option.
Thanks for the rec on the O8. It appears very similar to the Thomson with a nicer finish to match classic components.
That is perfect, especially if it really is Campy! Thanks.
10-29-16, 06:20 PM
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On further review, it's not Campy at all. Post is stamped TAHOMA. A quick search of "tahoma seatpost 27.2" reveals some appearances on ebay and sold listings at <$30.
Hope this is a worthwhile bit of info!
EDIT: Quick review: It's a nice-looking post with much C&V aesthetic; fine adjustment via 2-bolt is functionally excellent. For the price I'd call it a big win.
Hope this is a worthwhile bit of info!
EDIT: Quick review: It's a nice-looking post with much C&V aesthetic; fine adjustment via 2-bolt is functionally excellent. For the price I'd call it a big win.
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Oh man. Almost don't wanna post this. I just checked the date on the sold listing.
27.2, identical to what I pictured above, ended...
yesterday.
27.2, identical to what I pictured above, ended...
yesterday.
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10-29-16, 08:27 PM
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Weyless made a zero-offset post in the 80's, would this be sufficiently vintage-looking?
10-31-16, 02:36 AM
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Anyone got recommendations for a seat post as described? I like zero setback posts since I have short femurs. I have 3T Dorics and Thomson Elites on various bikes, but they won't look good with classic lugged steel frames. The 3T obviously because they're carbon, and the Thomson because the CNC finish is just OK.
AFAIK there aren't any zero setback classic posts, so I'm asking for recommendations on posts with the least amount of setback.
TIA!
AFAIK there aren't any zero setback classic posts, so I'm asking for recommendations on posts with the least amount of setback.
TIA!
Also look up the Cinelli twins if you haven't seen them and look at the custom made BOLD seatpost and all else for a "little" inspiration.
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10-31-16, 03:21 AM
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How classic (how vintage) do you want to go? Back in the days when a seat post was a straight tubular pin with a separate clamp, it was common to compensate for a slack seat tube by mounting the clamp on the front of the post, so effectively about -23 mm offset.
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10-31-16, 03:30 AM
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I polished up an old Syncros 2bolt seatpost, l quite like it.
(not my picture, these can be found on ebay)
(not my picture, these can be found on ebay)
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10-31-17, 09:28 PM
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Hi-E made one in the 70s, but talk about unicorns... It wouldn't be surprising if production was in the tens....
They didn't really exist in vintage days, unless you go way vintage and flip around a clip type seatpost like rhm suggests. VO seems like the best option.
They didn't really exist in vintage days, unless you go way vintage and flip around a clip type seatpost like rhm suggests. VO seems like the best option.
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Another option is if you get an older bolt through style SR you can reverse the post and clamping hardware to get to a zero set back or slightly less if you want. This was actually done quit a bit back in the day for sizing.
VeloBase.com - Component: Sakae/Ringyo (SR) Custom-P6 with SDC
VeloBase.com - Component: Sakae/Ringyo (SR) Custom-P6 with SDC
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11-01-17, 12:04 PM
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Oh yeah, Nitto 92. Appears to be the original that the VO copied. That looks like the one to me too. Nitto rocks.
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Another option is if you get an older bolt through style SR you can reverse the post and clamping hardware to get to a zero set back or slightly less if you want. This was actually done quit a bit back in the day for sizing.
VeloBase.com - Component: Sakae/Ringyo (SR) Custom-P6 with SDC
VeloBase.com - Component: Sakae/Ringyo (SR) Custom-P6 with SDC
Nitto 92 is right on and especially if you match the stem. Ringle Moby (atb derived) are neat and very light.
Also, for a true zero offset, believe to have seen a Superbe Pro, two bolt type. I was on the hunt for one a few months back and spotted it on ebay. Really, really wanted but it was silly expensive -more than I have in the Zunow! I ended up using a $20 Thomson.
11-01-17, 11:59 PM
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Soma might be an option if you like the shot peened finish or black.
They also have a Campy knock off with some setback.
Zero Seatpost | SOMA Fabrications
They also have a Campy knock off with some setback.
Zero Seatpost | SOMA Fabrications
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The Soma Wakizashi seatpost is aero and vintage looking and has only a little setback. I've got one and I like it.
Wakizashi Seatpost | SOMA Fabrications
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