Some posts do lose pressure over time, resulting in a slower return speed.
While the dropper post is removed from the frame we would also check the air pressure in the air spring (if it has one). We recommend removing the post from the frame at least once every season to clean and lube the actuator to keep it smooth and trouble-free. You might be surprised at how much water gets inside your frame from washing it and just like the bottom bracket, the seat post actuator is exposed to this water. Nearly all internally routed dropper posts, with the exception of hydraulic and wireless options, feature a mechanism on the base of the post where the steel actuator cable joins the post. Don’t forget to service the dropper post actuator
#THE COLORDROP PEN POST MANUAL#
Please check your owner’s manual for more details.
#THE COLORDROP PEN POST FULL#
Some dropper posts require simple seal lubrication, while others require the post to be sent away for a full rebuild. *The extent of the service depends on each post design.
To see what maintenance is suggested for your dropper post, most manufacturers also have a wealth of online service guides and videos to guide you through the particular service requirements of your post.īelow you will find a table of the recommended service intervals recommended by popular manufacturers. We highly recommend regular cleaning and lubrication under the wiper seal to keep your post in the best working order. Most dropper posts have a seat collar that can be removed, allowing access to the main wiper seal. Most manufacturers recommend that you also perform periodic servicing, the frequency of which will depend on the conditions you ride in. If you keep on top of the post-ride maintenance, you are already doing a lot to keep your dropper in good working order. Stay away from degreasers or penetrating oil as they will strip out the factory grease from the wiper seal and reduce its longevity. To keep the main wiper seal in good working order, it is recommended to apply a small amount of suspension lube to the clean seal to keep it lubricated. Just like all the sensitive parts of your bike, do not pressure wash the wiper seal of your dropper post. After every ride gently wash off any mud and grime from the post shaft. The best thing you can do to prolong the life of your dropper seat post is to keep it clean. While the internals of most posts are often not user-serviceable, there is still a lot you can do to prolong the life of your dropper post. Inside most dropper posts, there will be two components, a damping cartridge and an air spring that pushes the post back up again. You have a smooth post surface sliding past a wiper seal that cleans off any mud and debris. The best way to think about looking after your dropper post is to consider it as a suspension unit. But most dropper posts share the same basic components like seals, bushings, actuators and cables which will require similar servicing routines to get the best from them. There are many different designs of dropper posts on the market and all have their own unique service schedules and peculiarities.
#THE COLORDROP PEN POST HOW TO#
We talk you through the essential post-ride care and answer some common questions about how to look after your dropper.
With some light maintenance you can significantly prolong the life of your dropper post.
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