How to Pick Out a Dropper Post

Whether replacing an old dropper post or switching over from a rigid post, finding the right one can be confusing. The steps and tips in this video will assist you in finding the right dropper post for you and your bike.
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Video Contents:
00:00 Video Start
00:20 Preliminary Info
01:25 Measurements
03:59 Housing Type
04:40 Finding a Post
07:15 Doing the Math
08:55 Another Example
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• Tape
• Computer or device with internet access
• A dropper post
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[@thesilversender]

OneUp and PNW have adjustable stack height that allows you to get closer to max insertion and then shim the stack down to get the correct height.

[@LodiMTB]

Thanks for sharing this tips! ❤️

[@dcv9460]

BIG HELP! Thank you! 😎👍💯

[@jameslewis7479]

Awesome video

[@ninjazzrhythm400]

I got the speed dropper where the lever is under the seat. Works the same and much cheaper!

[@SonnyDarvishzadeh]

I got a dropper that's a few mm taller for me (Pro Discover 70 for a gavel bike). It's sitting flush with the seatpost collar, but since it has infinite adjustment, I end up adjusting it mid-flight. It's not the most optimum and fastest ride, but I can't think of riding without a dropper. Even on a gravel bike it'd be the first thing I install.

[@tiagoliveira84]

Here in Brazil we had a Big wall for choice the correct dropper post, yeah! The price. Due to this some people buy the EVa Form and just installed w/o any measurement....

[@paisfr]

😊❤ Merci Thank you 👍

[@jacquelincornett3433]

What are my options with a Giant proprietary D Fuse seat post?

[@Argcz]

oh god that pun ... kill me now :D

[@johndef5075]

I know newer riders see these as essential but Ive been riding mtb for 33 years and dont feel the need. But I mostly ride xc trails. Only 1 time in last 5 years that I felt I needed one and that was over in 5 seconds.

[@jpgamer6856]

2nd

[@Frank-mn4hx]

I don't use any dropper post. Sorry guys.😬
I use an suspended seat post from "Post Modern". I ride on my E-bike.
This bike isn't design to go off road. It's design for use in the city. NOT for heavy off road use.
Only I can ride on an smooth path made from sea shells.

[@dcv9460]

So why did you watch the video? 😂

[@presonusfirepod]

Thank you for apologizing.

[@gekpobactezun2862]

i have been been riding/racing mountain bikes for 37 years this is one of the dumbest things that has come out.

[@sotecluxan4221]

[@mickeyschroeder345]

😻 Promo-SM