Can I change just the seat bolt to obtain Quick-Release?

ogremage
ogremage Posts: 10
edited October 2013 in MTB workshop & tech
I have a Boardman Comp HT (2013) and I want to install a Quick-Release seat clamp.

Am I supposed to buy a full clamp, or can I just buy a bolt to replace the existing non-QR bolt to use with my existing clamp?

And if I can buy just a bolt, how do I figure out which one will fit my existing clamp?

Also, if the seat post circumference is 10.1cm while the frame diameter near the seat is 11.3cm, how large a clamp do I need?

I'm guessing 34.9mm.

Comments

  • Chunkers1980
    Chunkers1980 Posts: 8,035
    You can, but there's not much point when ok ones can be had for a fiver all in.
  • The Rookie
    The Rookie Posts: 27,812
    Most non QR clamps don't have a big enough flat to take a QR, just buy a QR clamp.
    Currently riding a Whyte T130C, X0 drivetrain, Magura Trail brakes converted to mixed wheel size (homebuilt wheels) with 140mm Fox 34 Rhythm and RP23 suspension. 12.2Kg.
  • ogremage
    ogremage Posts: 10
    OK, I ordered one which had good reviews for 5 GBP. Thanks.

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