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The OneUp V2 thoroughly impressed our testers and is among the best dropper posts we've tested. Combine that stellar performance with a low price tag, and the V2 is easily one of the best values in the test. This dropper easily performs as well as &#40;or better than&#41; models that cost twice as much. OneUp wants you to get all of the drop you can squeeze onto your bike, and every millimeter of length has been shaved from this post, giving it an impressively short stack height and extended length. It also has adjustable travel, so you can fine-tune the drop length and fit even further. For a cable-actuated post, it was super easy to install with the cut end of the cable at the remote. Testers were thoroughly impressed by its smoothness of travel and easy compression force. The OneUp remote has good ergonomics, a light lever feel, and short throw, all of which help to make saddle height adjustments easier. It is also offered in 120, 150, 180, and 210mm lengths and the three most common diameters.
The biggest ding to this model is that it doesn't automatically come with a remote lever. While it can be frustrating to purchase a remote separately, it does ensure that you get the lever you want. We purchased the OneUp remote to test with the V2 post and found them to work very well together. Beyond that, we found this affordable dropper post to be high-performing and recommend it whether you're on a budget or not.

The OneUp V2 thoroughly impressed our testers and is among the best dropper posts we've tested. Combine that stellar performance with a low price tag, and the V2 is easily one of the best values in the test. This dropper easily performs as well as &#40;or better than&#41; models that cost twice as much. OneUp wants you to get all of the drop you can squeeze onto your bike, and every millimeter of length has been shaved from this post, giving it an impressively short stack height and extended length. It also has adjustable travel, so you can fine-tune the drop length and fit even further. For a cable-actuated post, it was super easy to install with the cut end of the cable at the remote. Testers were thoroughly impressed by its smoothness of travel and easy compression force. The OneUp remote has good ergonomics, a light lever feel, and short throw, all of which help to make saddle height adjustments easier. It is also offered in 120, 150, 180, 210, and 240mm lengths and the three most common diameters.
The biggest ding to this model is that it doesn't automatically come with a remote lever. While it can be frustrating to purchase a remote separately, it does ensure that you get the lever you want. We purchased the OneUp remote to test with the V2 post and found them to work very well together. Beyond that, we found this affordable dropper post to be high-performing and recommend it whether you're on a budget or not.
Read more: OneUp Components V2 review

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The RockShox Reverb AXS is one of the most exciting new dropper posts to hit the market in some time. By combining their proven Reverb design with their AXS technology, RockShox has finally brought wireless technology to the masses &#40;the masses who can afford it anyway&#41;. Without cables or hoses, it couldn't be easier to install and remove, and it allows for a super clean handlebar setup. The post moves very smoothly in compression and extension, and we did not find it to be sensitive to cold temperatures like the standard Reverb Stealth. Should your post ever develop sag, RockShox has also added a Vent Valve so you can fix it at home. The saddle clamp is solid and user-friendly with a single bolt clamp and a separate tilt-adjustment. Finally, the remote is outstanding with a large paddle-shaped button that requires far less force or movement compared to any cable-actuated system. 
The biggest issue with the Reverb AXS is its price. It is super pricey, about as far from a value purchase as you can get. It's also a bit heavy — somewhat surprising considering its high price tag. Our 31.6mm diameter 170mm test post weighed in at 768-grams with the remote and battery, the heaviest in the test. It has a claimed 40 hours of ride time, but you've got to remember the extra step of charging your batteries every so often. Caveats aside — and if you can justify the expense — the Reverb AXS offers next-level ease of installation, outstanding performance, and one of the best remotes on the market.

The RockShox Reverb AXS is one of the most exciting new dropper posts to hit the market in some time. By combining their proven Reverb design with their AXS technology, RockShox has finally brought wireless technology to the masses &#40;the masses who can afford it anyway&#41;. Without cables or hoses, it couldn't be easier to install and remove, and it allows for a super clean handlebar setup. The post moves very smoothly in compression and extension, and we did not find it to be sensitive to cold temperatures like the standard Reverb Stealth. Should your post ever develop sag, RockShox has also added a Vent Valve so you can fix it at home. The saddle clamp is solid and user-friendly with a single bolt clamp and a separate tilt-adjustment. Finally, the remote is outstanding with a large paddle-shaped button that requires far less force or movement compared to any cable-actuated system. 
The biggest issue with the Reverb AXS is its price. It is super pricey, about as far from a value purchase as you can get. It's also a bit heavy — somewhat surprising considering its high price tag. Our 31.6mm diameter 170mm test post weighed in at 768-grams with the remote and battery, the heaviest in the test. It has a claimed 40 hours of ride time, but you've got to remember the extra step of charging your batteries every so often. Caveats aside — and if you can justify the expense — the Reverb AXS offers next-level ease of installation, outstanding performance, and one of the best remotes on the market.
Read more: RockShox Reverb AXS review

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Wolf Tooth Components is an American company that produces a wide range of components. Although they have sold a quality dropper post remote for some time, they recently announced their very first dropper post offering called the Resolve. Our 200mm travel dropper post hit the scales at 545 grams &#40;post only&#41; and 592 grams with a remote. That makes it the lightest post in our test class, a feat that is particularly impressive given its generous amount of travel. Plenty of riders opt for the lightest components possible to minimize the overall weight of their bike. The Wolf Tooth post is an excellent choice for the weight-conscious rider. Not only is it light, but the on-trail performance is also rock solid. This model also has some very cool features such as a self-bleeding cartridge to prevent unwanted sag, travel reduction, and the ability to swap the lower tube to a different diameter in the event you get a new bike frame. In addition, Wolf Tooth has parts available and some excellent technical resources to help users service their products at home.
As much as we liked this post, it is one of the more expensive posts in our review. Riders who are on a tight budget can get a highly-functional post at a significantly lower price. While it is beautifully machined, lightweight, adjustable, and the self-bleeding feature is neat, it may be more than many riders are willing or able to spend. That said, Wolf Tooth makes great products and we expect this post to last long enough to justify the expense.
Read more: Wolf Tooth Resolve review

The relatively small Canadian brand, 9point8, has been producing quality products like the Fall Line for a few years, quickly making a name for themselves as innovators in the market. The Fall Line became a fast favorite, with a number of unique design features. It utilizes 9point8's cable-actuated mechanical brake system, known as DropLoc, to lock the post anywhere within its travel range. It has an adjustable air spring that allows you to dial in the rate of return to your liking. The Fall Line was also one of the easiest droppers to compress and had the lightest remote actuation force in our side-by-side testing. We were especially impressed by 9point8's thoughtful features like their convertible remote lever design and well-designed saddle clamp, little things that make a big difference. 
The only complaint we have is that this dropper is a little tricky to set up correctly. Get back up if you need it. Parts are readily available for the home mechanics out there in case of breakage, and it has a 2-year warranty. The Fall Line is available in an astounding six travel lengths, three different remotes, and in inline or offset configurations. All this comes at what we consider to be a reasonable price. 

Few people had heard of the German company Bike Yoke until they started making one of the best dropper seatposts on the market. We'd heard rumors about the Revive's performance, so we couldn't wait to get our hands on one and test it against the competition. Turns out, the hype is warranted. The Revive is one of the best droppers we've ever used. It has incredibly smooth travel and a very easy compression force. It features a unique design, and its innovative Revive Valve lets you quickly and easily reset the hydraulic internals should it develop sag over time. This post comes with Bike Yoke's Triggy 1x remote lever, which is among the best we've used. The Revive is also easy to set up and has a sturdy two-bolt saddle clamp design.
We couldn't find much to gripe about with this model. We tested the 185mm Revive, which was a bit heavier with a longer overall length than the shorter travel competition. That said, in terms of grams per millimeter of travel, it ends up being one of the lightest. It's also somewhat expensive, but we feel the cost is justified considering the quality and performance.

Few people had heard of the German company Bike Yoke until they started making one of the best dropper seatposts on the market. We'd heard rumors about the Revive's performance, so we couldn't wait to get our hands on one and test it against the competition. Turns out, the hype is warranted. The Revive is one of the best droppers we've ever used. It has incredibly smooth travel and a very easy compression force. It features a unique design, and its innovative Revive Valve lets you quickly and easily reset the hydraulic internals should it develop sag over time. This post comes with Bike Yoke's Triggy 1x remote lever, which is among the best we've used. The Revive is also easy to set up and has a sturdy two-bolt saddle clamp design.
We couldn't find much to gripe about with this model. We tested the 185mm Revive, which was a bit heavier with a longer overall length than the shorter travel competition. That said, in terms of grams per millimeter of travel, it ends up being one of the lightest. It's also somewhat expensive, but we feel the cost is justified considering the quality and performance.
Read more: Bike Yoke Revive review

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