The Thomson Elite seatpost is more than 40% stronger than other seatposts on the market. It has double the fatigue life of any other model tested. Made from high strength 7000 series Aluminium, the tube and head of the seatpost are machined from one piece, ensuring superior strength and minimum weight. Certified to meet MTB standards, the Thomson Elite seatpost is incredibly lightweight, weighing approximately 201g for road bikes and 228g for mountain bikes. The elliptical bore inside the tube provides an optimal strength-to-weight ratio. With a long seat rail grip length of 1.614 inches, the Thomson seatpost helps prevent seat rail bending from impact loads. This grip length is longer than most other seatposts on the market. Unlike other seatposts that fail catastrophically under extreme conditions, the Thomson seatpost is designed with a bending fuse that prevents catastrophic failure. It can withstand torque up to 350 foot-lbs and will only yield and bend slightly under severe impact, allowing the rider to come to a safe stop. The Thomson seatpost is easy to install without disassembly as all parts are captive. It offers infinite tilt adjustment from -5° to +29° and has low profile clamps that won't interfere with the seat. Rigorously tested for life and ultimate strength, the Thomson seatpost meets the highest standards. It also features impact absorbing clamps that protect the seat, rails, and rider from heavy impact loads.