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Should You Put a Dropper on Your Gravel Bike?

An adjustable-height seatpost offers you some advantages in the dirt and mud, but make sure the component will work for you and your bike before the big installation
Dropper posts have been on mountain bikes for many years. With your saddle out of the way, you can lower your centre of gravity on a technical descent. This position gives you much better control on rough terrain, especially in tight corners. Once you are past the descent and you need to start pedalling again, you hit the lever on your handlebar and the saddle pops right back up. You’re . . .

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