Does a suspension seatpost really help?

I have a cheap suspension seatpost on my MTB. I don't notice that it does much - it may take the edge off of an occasional otherwise jarring hit to the seat area. Most often I use my body, legs and arms to smooth out impacts. In the end larger tires and a proper suspension will go much farther to absorbing bumps.

For most road and trail riding, suspension is unecessary and adds weight and cost; it is great for off road riding. For a smoother ride, try larger tires first.

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For a smoother ride, try larger tires first.

+1. This can make a very palpable difference.

Depends on what your'e after. I use suspended posts on most of my bikes because it takes the sharp edges off(like sidewalk seams or potholes). Simpler than going with an all new frame and a lot cheaper.

Thx for the input. I followed your advise and do not regret it. It works perfectly. All the best!

Thanks Maydog. Sorry to have taken this long to answer. I decided to use the bike, finally went for the Trek PDX, and changed the seat post to one with a "shock" and changed the saddle to a Velo and that seems to do the job well. As a "newcomer", back after 20 yrs, in the bike riding sport/therapy, now I am just working on my air and stamina. I've been using Ride My Map application and have seen progress thus keeping motivated. Thanks again for your feedback.

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Originally Posted by Sarabikechic [IMG]/img/forum/go_quote.gif[/IMG]

Depends on what your'e after. I use suspended posts on most of my bikes because it takes the sharp edges off(like sidewalk seams or potholes). Simpler than going with an all new frame and a lot cheaper.

Thx for the input. I followed your advise and do not regret it. It works perfectly. All the best!