It sounds like a standard seat post: the post itself is made of carbon fiber, the clamping head is made of aluminium and the length measures around 350 millimetres. However, the ability to adjust the clamping head over an adjustment range of 12-30 millimetres sets the product apart from the crowd.

This adjustment option is not only interesting for triathletes who like to sit at the front of the saddle thanks to aero handlebars. A seat post with a variable saddle position can also be useful for mountain bikers, whether to adapt the bike for multiple users. Or to re-trim the bike with regard to front or rear bias.

The weight of the seatpost remains moderate, with a diameter of 27.2 millimetres weighing 223 grams, 30.9 millimetres 217 grams and 31.6 millimetres 207 grams.

The Genetic seatpost is available from the online store shop-velo.ch or from specialist retailers.

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