shock absorbing seat posts

[California Flash]

I have been using the ShockStop Pro Suspension Seatpost made by Redshift Sports for going on three years now. I have the system installed on both my bikes. They are well designed and made in the USA.

Suspension Seatpost | Redshift PRO Shockstop Suspension Seatpost

The Shockstop PRO Suspension Seatpost offers superior shock absorption no matter the terrain and no matter the bicycle. Perfect for gravel, adventure, road and MTB riders.

redshiftsports.com

I have had zero issues with them.

Customer service is excellent.

The only downside is they are pricey at $299.

However, like the saying goes, “you get what you pay for”

They also make an elastomer based system for the handlebars. It works excellent.

 

[6zfshdb]

+1 on the Redshift suspension post. I have them on all 3 of my bikes. I've tried a dozen or more and this one is the best. I also use the Redshift shock stop suspension stem for wrist comfort.

 

[PCeBiker]

I just bought a new NCX Suspension seat post.

My old one was starting to wear out (sloppy bushings), and I wanted to get the larger diameter seat post version thinking that it will be a bit stronger to help support my new Topeak Rack that mounts to the seatpost.

I couldn't justify buying the Redshift suspension seatpost at more than twice the price,..

I've still got my front and rear air suspension frame, and a spring seat with the gell cushion, to absorb any lack of damping that my NCX would have.
I have never been slapped in the ass, because I never get off my ass when I'm riding.

Yup. I like the good old days of "mushy" rides.

Just to clarify,..
I have a very soft ride, but it doesn't bounce like a pogo stick.
I've got very good control of my ebike, and can ride it through pot holes safely and comfortably while riding no-hands.

I have damping on my forks and shock that keep the bouncing under control, and I've never noticed any bouncing on my seat.

The only issue that I've found is when I go through multiple pot holes in a row, or a washboard gravel road.
My forks will "stack" and I get thrown forward.
That's the only time I need to grab the handlebars to keep myself from slipping off my seat and landing on my jewels on top of the battery.

If that were to happen, I'd end up in the fetal position and only crash because I lost control of myself, not my e-bike.

 

[California Flash]

https://www.amazon.com/REDSHIFT-NOB-O-SHOCKSTOPSP-ShockStop-Suspension-Seatpost/dp/B07Z9N43DK/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?crid=1N0Q05G3ZBT43&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.7kya_13oHLrwQXDuCcW-WrNQEt0IpZqF6uBbVhmrumLPaMbDAOdnoNW0fIuyFB5DHf6gP9mhpz5a2Nv0ANpBqLcXjFPvsqG5qUdKlGPGAONwDyOmE_AEZsKHrzVRoxrSySOTjxHTr-u3mfPEuaIM_kCieyjGTzWSsXqLnMUqIXgiUTe43fzjpwGWUU3mdyhfvGlqdN7QDg4xhKhx_0N2lOgJBFkl-VEJU3j3M_d2nJ0S4N4i-SL7Kvxlpu2qNabS-RFC_4T6SvvfSfT0xVRopfPAOCd8vhR3sqW3ITBSH3E.is0Rv47aiNIs4qItuP21Ihh90fGgpGotHo6cjQB-KoM&dib_tag=se&keywords=redshift%2Bseatpost&qid=1778952523&sprefix=redshift%2Caps%2C332&sr=8-1-spons&sp_csd=d2lkZ2V0TmFtZT1zcF9hdGY&th=1&psc=1

Current price on Amazon is $249.99, not $364.99

 

[DaveMatthews]

https://www.amazon.com/REDSHIFT-NOB-O-SHOCKSTOPSP-ShockStop-Suspension-Seatpost/dp/B07Z9N43DK/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?crid=1N0Q05G3ZBT43&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.7kya_13oHLrwQXDuCcW-WrNQEt0IpZqF6uBbVhmrumLPaMbDAOdnoNW0fIuyFB5DHf6gP9mhpz5a2Nv0ANpBqLcXjFPvsqG5qUdKlGPGAONwDyOmE_AEZsKHrzVRoxrSySOTjxHTr-u3mfPEuaIM_kCieyjGTzWSsXqLnMUqIXgiUTe43fzjpwGWUU3mdyhfvGlqdN7QDg4xhKhx_0N2lOgJBFkl-VEJU3j3M_d2nJ0S4N4i-SL7Kvxlpu2qNabS-RFC_4T6SvvfSfT0xVRopfPAOCd8vhR3sqW3ITBSH3E.is0Rv47aiNIs4qItuP21Ihh90fGgpGotHo6cjQB-KoM&dib_tag=se&keywords=redshift%2Bseatpost&qid=1778952523&sprefix=redshift%2Caps%2C332&sr=8-1-spons&sp_csd=d2lkZ2V0TmFtZT1zcF9hdGY&th=1&psc=1

Current price on Amazon is $249.99, not $364.99

The 364.99 is CAD

 

[6zfshdb]

I just bought a new NCX Suspension seat post.

My old one was starting to wear out (sloppy bushings), and I wanted to get the larger diameter seat post version thinking that it will be a bit stronger to help support my new Topeak Rack that mounts to the seatpost.

I couldn't justify buying the Redshift suspension seatpost at more than twice the price,..


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I've still got my front and rear air suspension frame, and a spring seat with the gell cushion, to absorb any lack of damping that my NCX would have.
I have never been slapped in the ass, because I never get off my ass when I'm riding.





Just to clarify,..
I have a very soft ride, but it doesn't bounce like a pogo stick.
I've got very good control of my ebike, and can ride it through pot holes safely and comfortably while riding no-hands.

I have damping on my forks and shock that keep the bouncing under control, and I've never noticed any bouncing on my seat.

The only issue that I've found is when I go through multiple pot holes in a row, or a washboard gravel road.
My forks will "stack" and I get thrown forward.
That's the only time I need to grab the handlebars to keep myself from slipping off my seat and landing on my jewels on top of the battery.

If that were to happen, I'd end up in the fetal position and only crash because I lost control of myself, not my e-bike.

Yeah, the Redshift is pricey but in my case, it makes the difference between a 30 mile ride and a 70 mile ride.
May not be the same for others though. Less expensive posts may work just as well for others. YMMV.

 

[1234567890]

Also note that the Redshift City, released a year ago and specifically targeting ebikes, sells at $199.

 

[scottsdalecommuter]

great stuff, i havent heard of this company, ill have to look into the stem suspension, i definitely feel the shoulders at times when im riding longer, ive told a few people with an ebike since you are going faster you definitely hit the bumps a little harder.