SEAT POSTS

[Gordon71]

I'm planning to purchase a Rad Rover step through this spring. I expect I'll add a rear rack but was also curious about maybe a SR Suntour SP12 NCX Seatpost. My problem is that according to the specs they are for riders between 140 and 180 and that's rather a narrow range and one that I at 200 don't fall into. Are there other choices out there that will fit this bike? Thanks.

 

[Toomanycats]

I am a heavier rider who has been happy with the cane creek thudbuster. It’s pricier than the Suntour. Don’t know if it’ll fit your seatpost, but I know they have shivs to help size it.

 

[6zfshdb]

There are a few fairly recent posts on this topic with a lot of good information:

Suspension seat post - Kinekt

Could you please share if you are using any types of suspension seat post on your Specialized Vado or any other electric bike? The type, your review of ride quality, and possibly any pics you might have. I just ordered a Kinekt 2.1 aluminum size medium, 350mm. I will be using this on my 2020...

electricbikereview.com

New lower cost seat post suspension

I don't own this, I happened upon the advert. Available in 7 sizes and costs $43.92, plus $13.39 s/h. Looks nice! https://www.aliexpress.com/item/33020700728.html

electricbikereview.com

Suspension seat post on the cheap

I just got my Santori Animaris suspension seat post today and rode about 20mi. with it. I had considered a thudbuster or a body float but I decided to take a chance on this "why pay more" version. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07113WT58/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o02_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 I...

electricbikereview.com

Cushioned seat post options

Hello again :) I'm new to everything biking here, and wondering if: A.) anyone has the SR SUNTOUR SP12 NCX SEATPOST B.) is it something that stacks up well against other options for what it does? Just looking for an upgrade and smoother, softer butt bounce in that department, thanks :) Along...

electricbikereview.com

bodyfloat or other suspension seat post for radmini or rover

has anyone added a suspension seatpost to their radmini or rover? my bike shop measured my mariner at 27.2 but the rover at 27.5 think court has both of these listed with a 27.2 seatpost curious if anyone is using one and what size they have thanks

electricbikereview.com

You can also check out the Suntour reviews on Amazon:

Amazon.com

If you order one from Amazon, you have 30 days to return it if it doesn't work out.

Most other options are pricier than the Suntour. I haven't used one personally but I'm on the heavy end of the specs and even exceed them for my Thudbuster and Kinekt seat posts. From my experience, exceeding the max by a few pounds shouldn't cause a problem.

 

[FlatSix911]

Here is a great option with an adjustable spring rate for up to 250 lbs... $59 on Amazon

Amazon.com : Satori Animaris Bike Bicycle Suspension Shock Seatpost - Mountain Bike or Road Bike 27.2x350mm : Sports & Outdoors

Amazon.com : Satori Animaris Bike Bicycle Suspension Shock Seatpost - Mountain Bike or Road Bike 27.2x350mm : Sports & Outdoors

www.amazon.com

 

[Gordon71]

Here is a great option with an adjustable spring rate for up to 250 lbs... $59 on Amazon

Amazon.com : Satori Animaris Bike Bicycle Suspension Shock Seatpost - Mountain Bike or Road Bike 27.2x350mm : Sports & Outdoors

Amazon.com : Satori Animaris Bike Bicycle Suspension Shock Seatpost - Mountain Bike or Road Bike 27.2x350mm : Sports & Outdoors

www.amazon.com

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Thanks. Good price and the right diameter but it is about 4" shorter than the one that comes on the Rad Rover so not sure if it will work.

 

[AHicks]

I'm planning to purchase a Rad Rover step through this spring. I expect I'll add a rear rack but was also curious about maybe a SR Suntour SP12 NCX Seatpost. My problem is that according to the specs they are for riders between 140 and 180 and that's rather a narrow range and one that I at 200 don't fall into. Are there other choices out there that will fit this bike? Thanks.

300+ here, and loving a Thudbuster LT purchased on sale at Amazon for about 100 bucks. Truth be known, Amazon often sells returned items that are brand new with no or open original packing, as "used". I bought one for 90. I think, but they sent the wrong size. When informed, they sent another, unopened seat post with a 10% discount for my trouble (a little over 80. total)! The best part is Thudbusters are tunable using different cylinders made of progressively harder material. It shipped with a #7 and a couple others. I ordered an optional #9 that I used with a 7 and it works VERY nicely! It actually feels like my rear tire is flat!

With the fatty tires, I would suggest you ride the Rover a bit to see if you still think you need a suspension seat post. -Al

 

[tomjasz]

SR Suntour SP12 NCX Seatposts have a number of spring options.

My favorite discounted site. https://www.bike-discount.de/en/buy/suntour-sp17-ncx-350mm-suspension-seatpost-safety-cover-963208

I bought a couple of spares, a second hard and a backup medium. Pretty cheap!

• 27.2 x 350mm soft (<65kg)
• 27.2 x 350mm medium (65-95kg)
• 27.2 x 350mm hard (95-120kg)
• 30.9 x 350mm soft (<65kg)
• 30.9 x 350mm medium (65-95kg)
• 30.9 x 350mm hard (95-120kg)
• 31.6 x 350mm soft (<65kg)
• 31.6 x 350mm medium (65-95kg)
• 31.6 x 350mm hard (95-120kg)

 

[Gordon71]

300+ here, and loving a Thudbuster LT purchased on sale at Amazon for about 100 bucks. Truth be known, Amazon often sells returned items that are brand new with no or open original packing, as "used". I bought one for 90. I think, but they sent the wrong size. When informed, they sent another, unopened seat post with a 10% discount for my trouble (a little over 80. total)! The best part is Thudbusters are tunable using different cylinders made of progressively harder material. It shipped with a #7 and a couple others. I ordered an optional #9 that I used with a 7 and it works VERY nicely! It actually feels like my rear tire is flat!

With the fatty tires, I would suggest you ride the Rover a bit to see if you still think you need a suspension seat post. -Al

Thanks Al. I plan to do just that. The only thing I plan to order with the bike is a rear rack.