[Closed] How much higher than the maximum marker in a carbon seat post? Will I die.

Two things,

1) it's all about having enough post in the frame so the frame doesn't break so check what the frame manufacturer has as a minimum insert.

2) you might get away with it but the consequences of not both physically and financially could be quite high.

When did you buy it? Can't you exchange it?

(a) not at all

(b) is the bottom of the seat post below the bottom of the seat tube/top tube join and, if so, by how much?

It's a Santa Cruz highball. I have no idea what the minimum insert is.

You can't, you are taking a risk. I'd want at least a couple of centimetres below the bottom of the top tube but in reality I don't think I'd chance it.

from the SC website;

[i]What size seatpost do I need?

We use a 30.9mm seatpost. Always ensure it is inserted into the frame a minimum of 100mm (4").[/i]

It's only just below the join, but to be honest, even at the max mark it's not far off.

I think I'm buying a new one... Oops

Anyone want a 27.2 carbon seat post a nice Richey trail one???

Buy one the correct diameter next time. I had lots of problems using a shim in my SC Blur.

It's the right diameter but not length.

Ah - this bit confused me...

wwaswas - Member - Quote
from the SC website;

What size seatpost do I need?

[b]We use a 30.9mm seatpost[/b]. Always ensure it is inserted into the frame a minimum of 100mm (4").

Eddie Fiola - Member - Quote
I think I'm buying a new one... Oops

[b]Anyone want a 27.2 carbon seat post [/b]a nice Richey trail one???

http://www.carbonology.com/carbon-fibre-tubes-c-64.html

Bodge time??? I know these guys can make different sized tubes and do do bike stuff so might be worth dropping them an email?

The new highball (2015) is 27.2 not the bigger size like the last highball (2014) for you fact fans

Gotcha! 😆

they clearly want to discourage dropper use 😉

Measure twice, buy once.
*tuts, shakes head & wanders off*