The Thomson - Masterpiece Seatpost Inline Black 27.2 x 240 is a high-quality seatpost from the brand Thomson. It is designed to be stronger than other seatposts on the market, with a 40% increase in ultimate strength. Despite being stronger, it is also lighter, weighing approximately 40g less than the same size Elite post.One of the reasons for this weight reduction is Thomson's machining process. The seatpost is machined all over, including the oval inner diameter, allowing for closer tolerances and maintaining the strength and durability expected of a Thomson seatpost. This meticulous machining process also adds to the overall aesthetic appeal of the Masterpiece Seatpost.The Thomson Masterpiece seatpost is certified to meet the EN 14766 2006 MTB standards, ensuring its quality and performance.In terms of construction, the tube and head of the seatpost are integral-machined from a single piece of high strength 7000 series aluminium. This eliminates any bonding or pressing processes, resulting in superior strength and minimum weight.Another key feature of the Masterpiece seatpost is its long 1.614 inch (41 mm) seat rail grip length. This helps prevent seat rail bending from impact loads, which is often a problem with other seatposts that have shorter grip lengths.To further enhance durability, the Masterpiece seatpost incorporates a bending fuse, which prevents catastrophic failure. In our tests, competitive seatposts failed catastrophically, with components flying off in all directions. However, the Masterpiece seatpost remained intact and allowed the rider to come to a stop or continue riding even under severe impact.The Thomson Masterpiece seatpost also boasts a strong clamp, head, and upper tube that can withstand torque of up to 325 foot-lbs. In situations where extreme torque is applied, such as when tightening the seat tube clamp, the tube may yield and bend at around 230 foot-lbs of torque. However, this bending allows the rider to safely come to a stop without any major damage.Additionally, the Masterpiece seatpost features a captive design, making it easy to attach to a seat without the need for disassembly. It also offers infinite tilt adjustment, ranging from -5° to +29°.The low profile clamps of the Masterpiece seatpost ensure that there is no interference with the seat, as the swivel nuts are placed between the seat rails.Thomson's designs and materials have undergone rigorous testing to ensure they meet the brand's standards for life and ultimate strength. With Thomson's ongoing testing program, you can be confident that every production lot of seatposts will meet their high standards.