Dropper Post Buyer's Guide | Everything You Need To Know
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- Опубликовано: 8 июл 2024
- Chapters:
0:00 Intro
1:02 Dropper Post History
3:41 Sizing
7:20 Lever Options
10:01 Our Favorites
14:32 Final Thoughts
Jeff and Jared are back at it again with a MTB dropper post buyer’s guide. This time the boys walk us through the buying process and everything you need to know about buying the right mountain bike dropper seatpost for your bike. With a wide variety of choices out there it can be a daunting task. First the guys share a brief history of dropper posts. Next they go into a breakdown of the somewhat complicated topic of dropper post sizing which includes the diameter, total length, insertion depth, as well as travel options. Another thing to consider is the lever type, which includes how the cable mounts to the lever itself as well as the clamp style. We then share some of our favorite brands and models like OneUp, Fox, RaceFace, RockShox, PNW, and BikeYoke. Finally they give some final thoughts on buying advice and service intervals. Check it out!
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What type of dropper post are you running on your bike?
PNW Loam!!
My Fox Transfer Stopped Working!!!
One-Up 180mm. I'm currently waiting on a back-ordered Reverb AXS from WWC! 😁😂🤜🤛 The Reverb AXS also uses a bleed valve {SRAM's Vent Valve technology) for servicing the post without disassembly (just like the BikeYoke Revive post!)
Factory Raceface aeffect dropper on both my Rocky Mountain bikes working like day one! Keep em clean, keep em pumped to max 300 psi for ball smashing extensions!
KS Lev 27.2 100mm but it’s way too short. What’s the longest 27.2 dropper you know of?
Raceface turbine for life
Whichever dropper you run, if it has air valve keep it at max PSI for max performance and ball smashing pleasure 😀
😂🤣
Jokes on you I’m a girl 👧
nothing like a lil kinky cbt to keep ya moving on ye olde cycle
I live in a crappy little town. The info you guys share helps me know what’s out there, brands and what I need to look for size and so forth. Cheers dudes
I took the time to watch the length video and bought from you a FOX Transfer, working great 👍🏻 thanks for the help
Great vid as always!
Loved it! Super useful video. Thanks!
One other thing to consider with the remote dropper lever is the mix-match with your brake lever clamp. Some brakes like Hayes Domain or Formula brakes, the lever bar clamp mounts will NOT mix to a single bar clamp to integrate the dropper lever. May not be a big deal for some to have two clamps but something to consider
This is exactly what I needed.
Currently have a PNW Cascade on my bike since it has external routing, along with Loam lever. That's been an absolutely great setup for not a ton of coin on an older bike. On my new Commencal Meta TR29 I will be specing a Bike Yoke Revive with the Wolf Tooth lever which is equally as awesome as the Loam lever (had PNW made an IS-EV clamp mount I would have bought another Loam lever lol).
Thank you guys. You made my day with the Lebowski scene 😂😂😂😂😂
Great informative video guys! Great vibes too
One-Up 180 mm. Very happy with it! I like the simplicity of the mechanical, compared to my old Reverb, required bleeding quite often.
Good lever can transform cheaper oem dropper into quite decent dropper.
Bike came with really thin, flimsy lever and changed it into OneUp V2 lever.
Wolf tooth lever on all my bikes. Can never go back!
I've tried them all. Bike Yoke Revive far and away my favorite. 👌
Yall are amazing 👏 specially the mind blown effect🤯🔥🔥🤣🤣🤣
Currently using a KS LEV CI and works like a charm ✨
Well done and like what you have done, same on my bike just wish it was a bit tidier up the seat tube.
Fox Transfer and Wolftooth remote, is my combo. So far is my fave, use it for 2 years. Already use SDG, Rockshox and Controltech, but so far Fox is the best for me.
you had me at “Yeah, well, you know, that’s just, like, your opinion, man'
OneUp V2 Lever for the win
Not sure what the other guys name is, I know I’ve seen him quite a bit before in some of your videos. But you definitely need to do more videos with him! He is freaking hilarious and the both of you together are freaking hilarious. This video is money!! Good job guys and great content on a great subject!
You guys should make a new version of this!
I own the Fox Transfer with the Kashima coating. I absolutely love this thing!
Same here
I heard these have major issues, is this true?
I gotta say, for me the serviceability of the oneup dropper has made it my favorite.
I dislike that the air chamber is non serviceable.
@@ichewtoast111 true but I haven’t had it fail and it’s not crazy expensive to replace.
@@crispy2255 unfortunately mine failed and I believe it’s a $60 cartridge. I so much rather have a serviceable air spring and only pay for a few small parts.
We need more wireless dropper options!
PNW suspension dropper is a game changer for hard tails.
My seat tube on my bike is very high for the overall size of my bike. When I had my old dropper post on the bike the collar was quite big meaning even when the dropper was all the way down it was still to high for for me to move around on the the bike comfortably. I was looking at a one up dropper post and that seems to be the best option I can find so far. If anyone has any suggestions please let me know it would be appreciated
I run a one up V2 onefifty which is the only 150mm I could fit in my seattube. It also pops up so fast :D
Whichever is available and fits your bike, done!
Nice one! My bike's dropper at the 13 min mark! ;)
Thanks guys, perfect timing! I'm needing to rebuild my Reverb and the price to rebuild is more than the PNW post (including a Lever and cable), I think I know what I'll be doing!
Love the videos, super funny, that helps me learn more gooder bout stuff!!
Also just ditched the garbage reverb for PNW
Pnw also has a life time warranty, pretty sure they're the only ones... I have a loam and couldn't be happier
what goes up must come down, big swing and a miss for Jared's dad jokes...
New to your channel. Absolutely love it! Learned so much already. I have a Klein mantra race and I inquired about dropper post compatibility and I was told that it’s not compatible. I don’t see why I can’t have one since they come in diff sizes. Thoughts?
1:10 this is my kind of history class
I am waiting on a dropper AXS - I think its hard to get hold of them at moment (been a few months but WWC keeping me nicely updated!). Can you buy multiple controls for it so can move it bike to bike easy without needing to move controller too?
Hello any chance of making a video about body protection on MTB?
Types, brands, when and what use ecc?
Thanks
Hey Jeff you mentioned you have gravel bike can I get the spec on your gravel? I’m interested. Also what do you think about the new gravel fork from rock shox? Thanks!
any suggestion what to do for over long dropper post?over around 2cm It should be for me.
Wow....you guys know a lot about dropper posts. Your mothers must be proud. :)
Hi, i ran a 2019 giant trance 2 29 small. It has a 100mm travel, i want to upgrade to a 150mm travel. I cant find the insertion depth. What droper can i buy that will fit my bike?
Just bought a BMC Two Stroke Al. Want a dropper post. I know it has internal routing its 31.6mm..frame Large. What do I need?
I just bought the Loam!
where dodoes the kanable conenect on the kenevo ?
Hey thanks for a great video. I need your confidence on a rookie question. I want to buy a 27.2 dropper post....Can I buy any 27.2 post and fit it into the dropper...say if I want a fancy new coloured post?
Thanks
Great mario impression 😆
Giant 2020 Reign Pro 2 stock giant brand dropper. I want that 213 mm drop! Size matters!
I’m looking at getting a one up 150mm when I can get one. Keep missing stock
Guys, can you advise a di2 actuated post to couple with grx groupset?
What is the max size AXS dropper you can fit in a 2020 Trek Rail 7?
Does anyone know what song is used for the intro of each chapter? I also run the AXS reverb dropper post ;)
Bike Yoke Divine for the win!
Any thoughts on crankbrothers highline 7? Thinking about getting one
Ive only been riding “real” mountain bike trails for a couple years now, but I absolutely cannot imagine not having a dropper post. Im so used to having it and its such a natural part of my riding routine I think it would be like riding without a hand or foot if I didnt have it. Its definitely one of the best trends or standards in a long time.
I have a Rock Shox Reverb, which came stock on my 2020 Tallboy V4, and wanted to know how often you should check the pressure? It’s a bad design, as the schraeder valve is under the seat, requiring you to remove the seat-PITA!
I want 2 put 1 on my 2020 trek marlin 6....can I?and which 1 do u recomend?
I have procaliber 9.6 trek pls guide me size for it
Good video. My PNW dropper has a shinmy and I understand is normallll 🤦🏻♂️
How do I choose what size I need? I have a giant stance 2 2021 xl and I'm 6'4"... do I go with 125 150 170? I'm new to this but need a dropper post asap lol.. thanks in advance
Thank you RUclips for the 1.5x video speed.
Dont forget that dropper levers for 1x and 2x/3x systems are different.
What’s a 2x/3x system?
@@frankapple4130 drivetrain with gears in the front, and back
Yeah just kidding
Why is that Crankbrothers Highline on the table, but never mentioned at all?
I'm wondering because I bought it two days ago, still haven't installed it and I'm curious about it..
It's a great post but just barelyyyy didn't make the cut. However I consider it absolutely just as good as the others mentioned. It's actually what I am using right now on my Revel Rascal 😁. - Jeff
@@WorldwideCyclery nice to hear that. I am considering CB Highline, just not sure 3 or 7. It seems 3 is more amateur mechanic friendly. Which one would you recommend for around 105kg heavy rider? Needed it for XC hardtail...
Why is there no dropper longer than 210mm? I need a 230 for my bike to have it slammed
Man I am trying to figure this all out. I have a 100mm external on my bike now but not trying to spend a fortune. I think with the crazy high stack height on my old one(HQS DNM), I can get a 175mm internal to replace it, especially if the new post is shim able.
What is the FSP number a measurement of?
anyone know the song between subjects?
Your hair looks stunning.
$50 lever under the seat Amazon special. Very satisfied for the price
Which one needs the least servicing? :)
I still don't have a dropper post, sooo... this video will help me choose mine 🤘
Recently bought PNWs Rainer and Loam lever.......just need that 22.2 clamp :(
The bontreger that came on my Roscoe 8 back when was the absolute worst. Took 2 rides to decide to upgrade to pnw.
The moments after 2+1=3 honestly saved the whole video from the other jokes
Started with Fox Transfer - now I go with KS Rage similar and cheaper.
PNW cascade external cable and PNW regular lever (loam lever was not available) and I was surprised by the quality of the regular lever !
What do you think about KS?
Would be good to add a chapter on "ease of serviceability". PNW posts are ridiculously simple to service or add air pressure for the average home mechanic. Fox Transfer on the other hand is a total pain in the ass. Might as well send those back to Fox. Still good video!
what about marzocchi dropper,it looks like transfer since fox owns them
My PNW cascade has a little side to side wiggle... Assume that's normal?
yep. its normal for most if not all droppers to have a little wiggle
Yes, all people I know with droppers have the same thing happen
What about a 2002 giant ac air light
I love My divine SL because it works divine 🧐
Do yourself a favor and get the PNW dropper lever.
Reverb? You youngsters are funny. I was riding the Crank Bros dropper with the "suicide" lever under the saddle. The good old RODEO days!!
Would have been nice to hear about the high line. The box is on the table.
Wait, dropper posts are solid? I thought they were suspension for your butt
Any suggestions on a good setup for a Medium 2020 Bronson? I currently have 1.5 - 2 inches sticking up past my seat tube (150 travel post). Problem is that due to the linkage setup I don’t know if I can fit a bigger post and still have it at appropriate pedal height.
I have the same issue, what did you end up getting?
@@maximusthefrenchbulldog392 I ended up getting the OneUp in the 180 then shimming it to 170 if I remember right. I do wish I could get the seat lower but this was the best option I could find. Felt kinda dumb to spend the money just to drop 20mm but it did make a significant difference. The OneUp is one of the cheaper but also highly rated options. It worked great for me.
@@jeffries848 thank you for the response. I have had my Bronson for a month and ran into the same issue. It came with the sdg and I cannot get it any lower.
@@maximusthefrenchbulldog392 No problem. Yeah I think mine came with the reverb originally. If I remember right the OneUps have one of the shorter seat rail to bottom of the post lengths (can’t remember all the terminology, stack height maybe?).
@worldwidecyclery hey their boys let's get your history correct. The first dropper that put droppers on the map was Gravity Dropper, circa 2003, which was ridden by enduro like legend Mark Weir since it's inception. The reverb didn't come out till 7 years later in 2010. Get your facts straight kids.
bike yoke, the best!
Still waiting for a 30.9/150mm PNW or OneUp option to come back in stock :(
I need a new cartridge for my giant contact dropper post 2017 not with the screw in tip but with the smooth one that is hold in place by 2 screws. Oh and i‘m based in germany so would be nice to find some thing close 🤙
Google wintek suspension part 40611800-100
last 3 numbers are for for travel
100 travel,125 is for 125mm and 150 is for 150
Bontrager also uses same cartridge,price is around 70 €
Got a like on “great point “😂
What happened to Christmas Elf!!! Drank too much eggnog? LOL 200mm PNW Loam for me with Wolf Tooth lever.
🤙🤙
Damn! Now I need to get a bike, just to put a dropper post on it!
Also that intro music is 🔥 w o n d e r what it's called? 🤔
Can a drill a hole for a dropper?
the movie cuts kill me lol
BikeYoke, definitely!
One up **
KS dude. Come on…….
KS Lev!
Air vs hydraulic?
PNW Pine Dropper Post
I'm having a really hard time deciding which one to buy....can I get Jeff on the phone to talk this over? You know what...I'll just come in and we could chat over sparkling water. Are there other colors than black? It doesn't really match my aesthetic.
she's real thirsty Jeff!
😂
Yeah super hard to figure out which insertion depth too...
@@fulldonkeymode8837 LMAO