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Old 04-22-16, 06:11 PM
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FSA Slk or Thomson Elite?
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Elite, but I really have no idea if it will work for you. What are you trying to accomplish with a seatpost change?
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Old 04-22-16, 07:10 PM
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I am voting for the F S A and I am not sure why it keeps changing it to Fsa. Damnit
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Old 04-22-16, 07:22 PM
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I have been using an FSA on my Epic for about two years. Has worked well for me and is very nice looking.
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Old 04-22-16, 07:25 PM
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Thomson, 'cuz it's made in 'murica.
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Who makes your stem?
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Neither. Buy a cheapo alu seatpost off ebay and spend the difference on something fun, like meth or women. It doesn't make a difference.
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You didn't state if you wanted setback or not. They both have great two-bolt heads and are roughly the same weight. I would step up the K-Force model or try to get a cheap used Thomson.
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Old 04-22-16, 10:23 PM
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Upgrade from a Kalloy.
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I don't know. There are no markings.
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Thomson is the way to go.
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I just ordered one today…along with a Surly Steamroller frame set. I am so fired up !!!
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