Submitted by
sumquo
a Cross Country Rider
from Richmond, BC
Date Reviewed: June 25, 2010
Weaknesses: Very poor quaility control. The collar that I purchased was 3mm smaller than it should have been .. 35mm collar was just 32mm. Salsa support was not much help.
It does what is supposed to, which is clamping, being lightweight, being strong, and looking awesome. Salsa makes the best seat clamps on the market so go get yours.
Submitted by
Steve Edwards
a Weekend Warrior
from UK
Date Reviewed: February 19, 2007
Strengths: Looks great. I can't think of a better looking seat clamp. It also matches the Salsa skewers i run on all my wheels.
Weaknesses: Performance in wet, muddy conditions is a let down. Any grime near the mechanism and it galls and binds something terrible. Why doesn't it come with a nylon running surface just like the wheel skewers?
Bottom Line:
I keep buying them and I keep using them because they're so pretty! I've developed the habit of staking a swig from my camelbak and spitting/spraying at the clamp before I undo it. If someone made something this nice with a nylon bush, I'd try it, failing that, why not an internal cam action? I'll keep using them as I'm a self-confessed bike tart but I can't recommend them to other people. If you buy one, regular cleaning and a little light lube is in order. Not expensive so good value but the function lets them down.
Bike Setup: Fox shocks, hope brakes, XTR/XT Race face drive.
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Submitted by
Slow Ed
a Cross Country Rider
from Spawn Ranch, Cali, USA
Date Reviewed: August 9, 2005
Strengths: Super smooth cam action, clamps evenly.
Weaknesses: This might not be a weakness but actually just a sizing issue. The clamp would not hold my post tight, upon inspection I noticed the clamp was bottoming out before it could get tight enough to bind the post fully. I sanded between where the where the clamp is split, to allow it to come to a tighter diameter. Once that was done, it performed flawlessly.
Bottom Line:
The clamp is even clinching, the cam action of the lever is very smooth and feels like a quality engineered product made from quality materials. The machining and surface finish is top notch. Obviously a disco seat clamp is not going to win you the tour de france, but, any part that is not grossly overpriced and works, looks and feels of the quality this one does, is worth a look.
Strengths: Salsa machinery. Cool looks, especially the silver one.
Weaknesses: Does not work very well.
Bottom Line:
I like Salsa parts normally - I have the skewers on my wheels, but this QR really sucks. I only weigh 71kgs and my Thompson seatpost kept slipping further into my frame. I REALLY tightened the QR so much so that the thing started creaking when I closed it. That is definately not good for my frame and seat post. It looks very nice though - that's one of the reasons why I bought it, and because it matches my skewers, but I have replaced it with my cheapo clamp that came with the frame and it holds brilliantly.
2 chili's for the value (because of it's looks) 1 chili overall for poor function.
Similar Products Used: A cheapo QR that came with my frame.
Bike Setup: Steppenwolf Tundra, Fox 100 RLC, XTR cranks, XO shifters, Avid SD Ti brakes, Mav. 517 ceramics and 240 hubs.
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Submitted by
John
a Weekend Warrior
from Blue Bell, PA
Date Reviewed: April 26, 2004
Strengths: Grips, easy to adjust
Weaknesses: none
Bottom Line:
This is a review of the Flip Lock Seatpost Clamp (the one that includes the clamp and Q.R.) This one really holds. I'm a big guy and nothing else I've tried holds this well. It's easy to loosen and doesn't catch on clothing.
Similar Products Used: Stock Specialized, Salsa lip lock (the one without the Q.R.)
Bike Setup: Specialized Enduro Comp
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Submitted by
bumps27
a Weekend Warrior
from Bethesda, MD
Date Reviewed: January 5, 2004
Strengths: Easy to use, just looks right
Weaknesses: Not the cheapest bauble, heavier then allen bolt clamp
Bottom Line:
What can you say? It works. I use it on a U.S.E. Alien carbon seatpost that uses a shim and the seatpost never slips and the carbon hasn't cracked. It works in rain, mud and sun. I'm buying another one now for my wife's new bike.
Submitted by
Ben
a Cross Country Rider
from Lakeside, CA, USA
Date Reviewed: June 17, 2003
Strengths: This collar works well in most conditions. It is stylish, and firmly clamps the seatpost.
Weaknesses: In muddy/wet conditions it does not work. It is expensive.
Bottom Line:
If its Salsa its worthless. I spend good money on my bike, and I expect dependable, high quality performance. This collar works really well until you get into any kind of mud. This collar nearly ruined one muddy ride, because I could not adjust my seat height without using an allan wrench. (The QR would not work.) The QR collar that came stock on my old GT Aggressor was better than this Salsa QR.
Submitted by
Obi-John
a Downhiller
from Silicon Valley
Date Reviewed: September 16, 2002
Strengths: Works as advertised, very good ergonomics, hex bolt setting for clamping strength resists tampering
Weaknesses: None so far
Bottom Line:
Get this quick release seatpost! It is very well made, and works like a charm. I look at this purchase as an investment in safety - since it is so quick and easy to adjust, I am more likely to lower my seat for gnarly downhills, and therefore less likely to endo. The curved lever hugs the seat tube, so I don't get my clothes tangled up in it, but it is long enough to _not_ dig into my fingers when I operate it. It has plenty of holding power; I weigh 200 lbs and haven't seen any slippage. Make sure you get the correct clamp size for your seat tube outer diameter. Proper fit is key for good clamping power.
Submitted by
tim hovey
a Weekend Warrior
from douglasville
Date Reviewed: June 26, 2002
Strengths: The design looks good, but I have gone through 2 in the past year. I cannot see any strengths.
Weaknesses: It doesn't work?!
Bottom Line:
The guys at the shop where I originally bought it said the first one was in a group that was recalled. So I tried another one but it does not tighten the seatpost enough unless I use an allen wrench. Has anyone else had this problem?? The bottom line is I don't think it works at all. I was suprised to read the other two reviews. The design looks bomber but it did not work. If anyone has any more info on the product I would appreciate an email.
Similar Products Used: stock post on Specialized Rock Hopper
Bike Setup: S-Works Mountain with a few upgrades to all XTR
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Submitted by
Mark
a Weekend Warrior
from Houston, TX
Date Reviewed: April 18, 2002
Strengths: Easy to install, great design, holds seat post tight, quick release with Hex bold adjustment for additional security
Weaknesses: none
Bottom Line:
The seat post collar works great. I have always had problems with the stock quick release. I have an X-lite post and have had problems with the post slipping as I ride. The first time I put this collar on, the post did not slip again. Great product.
Bike Setup: Specialized stumpjumber Pro - Race Face, King, Hugi, Mavic, XT/XTR
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Submitted by
Sean
a Weekend Warrior
from Ottawa, Canada
Date Reviewed: April 8, 2002
Strengths: Sweet cam design, stays tight, no tools required!
Weaknesses: great when bought with a collar, QR alone didn't work as well
Bottom Line:
If you like to ride up and down the steeps and regularly ride into the trails, being able to adjust your seat height on the fly is essential. Unlike other QR's, the cam on the Salsa has lots of travel in the curve so it keeps it tight. And the curved handle stays out of the way so it doesn't snag your leg or shorts. Dropping the seat low is great for the downs.
