New seatpost - are suspension ones worth it?

Mr Tom

I bought a really nice second hand Dutch style bike for short to medium length trips a few weeks ago. I love the bike but the seat could do with being a little higher. So, was wondering if it was worth buying a suspension post while I was at it. I do almost all my riding in the saddle (it's a comfortable Specialised one). I'm riding on road in London and there are a few rough bits I have to cover. Any ideas would be great!

nicklouse

nope. maybe look at a more suitable Brooks saddle.

I hate the way most bouncy posts rotate. the ones that dont rotate cost a lot and are not really suitable.

supersonic

I think they do work for some people, but are certainly limited for the reasons nick says.

apreading

I think the Shokpost is great. Transformed my ride and stands up to my weight (17 stone). Mine doesnt rotate and other than that the ride is nice and smooth, you can barely tell it is doing anything in general riding - certainly doesnt bounce around - unless you hit a big bump and then you can tell it has done its job and are thankful for having it!

The Thudbusters look interesting too, but are alot more pricey to try!

Splottboy

On 3rd Thudbuster.

New last week, yet to try it out properly.

But, for the Marin, CYB, and local slate quarries it's good.

Especially as I've got almost a 1,000 ft climb to get to the quarry!

Very good for Cilgwyn Mtn, quarry and Beddgelert Forest etc.

beverick

I have a Kalloy spring post on the hybrid.

It seems to have stopped springing at some point.

I don't know when - I didn't notice.

Does that answer your question?

Bob