Ks dropzone seatpost install#
Ks dropzone seatpost full#

However, to sum up the mechanical return in one word, IвЂ™m calling it silky! The return to the start position is nice and smooth and although nothing like a mechanical dropper, is deceptively close. Matching this is the return to the start position.

Ks dropzone seatpost full#

The actual movement in the post is a small (2-3mm) but it is smooth and mimics the post moving from full extension to full travel brilliantly. Pressing the remote it a simple 1-2-3 step process and the bar mount is very secure, non-invasive and comfortable. This means that it can be used on either side of the bar, which is very handy as it means you can find the perfect position for the remote. The cable is housed in the stem of the Dropzone remote and you it feeds in through a top hole into the bar-mounted remote. However, KS made the wise decision not make the cable too short and so you are easy to get it to the position you want it in. The DropzoneвЂ™s newest claim to fame is the inclusion of a remote cable operated remote. Now you could do this by sight but IвЂ™d recommend using a torque wrench to get it as tight as possible as the KS seatpost introduces a slight lateral flex when ridden resulting in added movement if not tight enough.

No setup in the traditional sense is required, all that is required is to mount the remote and either attach a saddle to the clamp (not provided, but IвЂ™m sure you have one from your previous seatpost вЂ“ or if youвЂ™re daring enough to use on of those ugly perch seats then look no further) and away you go! The main thing to remember is to tight the clamp to the seat tube.

Ks dropzone seatpost install#

I have no experience of the Classic KS seatpost however this new Dropzone took literally 30 seconds to install and adjust. The tool-less micro adjustment dial locks securely into position with a solid вЂclickвЂ™ every 20mm, and it comes in at a very respectable 75mm out of the box. Easily feeds into a normal 27.2mm seat tube (neon red to facilitate easy removal by bike store/repairers) and the clamp system very solid.

Undoubtedly the easiest insertion of a seatpost I have ever undertaken. Read more reviews or buy here Installation And Setup:

Both bikes accept the post, come factory fitted with KS components (ie the suspension) and weigh under 30lbs so you wouldnвЂ™t expect a lack of performance especially as this KS uses a sealed bearing design rather than the more laborious maintenance that a traditional PP-R design would require.

I have put it through itвЂ™s paces over some gnarly singletrack and forest tracks on both my 6.4kg вЂTrailвЂ™ full suspension Santa Fe and my 8.8kg Santa Cruz 5010 which makes for deciding what weight of rider youвЂ™d be. вЂњI have been testing the KS Suspension Dropzone Remote Seatpost over the last few weeks and here are my thoughts and experiences. Weight: 522-603g (weight varies depending on length).New improved DU bushing and open bath oil lubrication.Rail clamp: Single-bolt clamp for standard 7x7mm rails.Actuation: KG alloy remote with standard cable system.Also, if you have ODI LOCK-ONв„ў grips, the DropzoneвЂ™s remote clamp can replace one of the gripвЂ™s lockrings for a clean look and ideal mounting position. The included remote can be mounted on either side of the bar to suit your preference so you can react to the changes in the terrain, putting you in the perfect position for ultimate control and pedalling efficiency.