Re: [CR]Questions on Campagnolo (and others) 2 bolt seatposts..

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From: "Arthur Yow" <art_yow@flad.com>
Organization: Flad & Associates
To: John Price <jprice@2-10.com>
Cc: "'classicrendezvous@bikelist.org'" <classicrendezvous@bikelist.org>
Subject: Re: [CR]Questions on Campagnolo (and others) 2 bolt seatposts..
References: <307BB21BAB87A047AC0813C0FA3DDD9203EF4002@prexchange.hbw.local>
Date: Tue, 17 Dec 2002 13:53:27 -0800

The two bolt Campy seatposts are infinitely adjustable and will never shift, but they are heavy and require a special tool to get at the bolts (nested under the saddle). Adjustments and tightening can be done without the Campy tool (I've done it), but its tough, and slow going. The two bolt Campy seatpost that I have on my Bianchi is clearly of inferior finish than the elegant Super Record that's on my Colnago. The adjustment bolt on the SR is very accessible, however the design isn't as secure: it does tend to shift. To remedy that, I have taken an engraving tool (really a mini jackhammer with a pointed carbide tip) and textured the mating surfaces; works great!! Art Yow San Francisco

John Price wrote:
> Hopefully I'm not rehashing old news but what's the general consensus on
> Campagnolo 2 bolt seatposts ? Apart from offering lots of setback are they
> considered to be near the top as far as quality and finish are concerned ?
> Are there a variety of them (not including diameter) or just NR and SR ?
> Is there a hierarchy (ie SR is considered better than NR) ? Are there other
> brands (ie Simplex, Nitto...) as good ? Better ?
>
> So many questions...

>

> John Price

> Denver CO