Using carbon parts to make a dropper post is nothing new, but that still doesn’t mean that it’s commonplace. Crankbrothers is choosing the less traveled path by not only using carbon, but using it for the stanchion of their new Highline 11 dropper, which has helped them create a light and smooth post for those looking for something a little different. We’ve had a unit out on the trails for a couple of months now - keep reading to find out what we think of it. Strengths Weaknesses Light Smooth and solid Compact and highly adjustable lever Great hardware Lots of travel options available Pricey...
Leaving a trail of unhappy customers in its wake, Crankbrother’s first foray into the world of dropper posts was shall we say, adventurous. They began to right the ship with the original Highline post, released in 2016, a reliable post that was really only held back by slightly slow action and the imposing overall length of the post which made it unsuitable for frames with shorter seat tubes. Fast forward to 2019, and Crankbrothers released a fully redesigned Highline family of posts, including the value-oriented Highline 3 and the premium Highline 7, tested here. After four months on the...