![]() ![]() This is a problem because if a rider’s optimal leg extension length is shorter or longer than your average, only one of the positions will be correct while the other will place their saddle either too close or too far from the saddle. However, the seatpost’s two positions are placed based on an assumed radius of that circle. In theory, this seatpost can move your saddle from one point on the circle to another. Given that a large portion of most riders’ weight is on the elbow rests, I don’t understand the benefit of the quick release aerobars at the risk of having one separate mid-ride.Ī rider’s optimal saddle position would be somewhere along the edge of a circle that is centered around the bottom bracket with the radius being the rider’s optimal leg extension. Installing a set of clip on aerobars only takes a few minutes, but provides a more secure attachment than a quick release. After just two days, Redshift is more than halfway to their goal of $20,000 so this one is a safe bet for funding. ![]() Even then, it only goes up to $125 each, with options for the whole system at a discount and more. Pricing of the bars and post are very reasonable with both starting at $109 as long as there are a few early bird deals left. Redshift is also offering an integrated computer and water bottle cage mount to make going aero as easy as possible. The bars will be offered with either L-bend, S-bend, or straight extensions meaning you should have no problem dialing in your fit. In addition to being quick release, the aero bars are also quite adjustable. The only part that stays clipped to the handlebar are the quick release clamps which fit 25.4, 26.0, and 31.8 bars. Having the ability to quickly remove them while preserving your perfect set up for the time when you need them again would be awesome. Anyone who has ever installed a set of clip-ons knows how potentially frustrating and lengthy the process can be – so for most consumers once they’re installed they are not coming off. The big news here is the quick release ability for the aerobars. Made from 6061-T6 alloy, the seatpost is a claimed 60g heavier than a traditional post. Built with all the adjustability of a traditional seatpost, the post also has a clever additional adjustment that will allow you to tilt the saddle forward up to 5° while in the aero position. Redshift specifies that the seatpost will fit standard 7mm rail saddles and frames from 27.2 to 31.6mm – but it isn’t clear if that is with an adapter shim all with a 27.2 post, or if there are actual seatpost sizes. It seems the only thing holding the post in each position is an internal spring loaded stop which is what allows the post to be adjusted so easily. The adjustment seems like it would open the door to the possibility of creaks and developing play, but if it is engineered correctly it could be very useful. While you probably won’t remove your aerobars mid ride, the ability to adjust the seatpost by simply standing on the pedals and flicking it forward is intriguing. Many group rides don’t even allow bikes with aerobars, so what is a triathlete on a budget to do? Redshift may have the answer with their aerobar and seatpost system that is adjustable on the fly.Īs far as Kickstarter projects go, this looks like it could be one of the better ones. When it comes to bike set up, many triathletes who are limited to one bike are stuck between having a bike set up for tris or for group training rides. Thanks to Redshift Sports, triathletes can have their cake and then ride it off in either the aero or road position. ![]()
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