Brand-X's Ascend Dropper Seatpost was so good they decided to super-size it: the Ascend XL Dropper Seatpost offers longer travel for the long-legged rider or for those who prefer a greater scope of adjustment. Operated easily via a paddle style remote, this aluminium dropper seatpost lets the rider customise their saddle height for the trail ahead. Material: T651-7075 AluminiumBar mounted paddle style remote lever and cable operated internal routingLinkage mechanism eliminates any outer cable pullZero offset, one-piece head/upper shaft with micro adjust clamping mechanismOnly compatible with internally routed bikesLength: 498mmTravel: 170mm or 200mmCable Length: 1.5mFinish: Sand blasted and hard anodisedWarranty: 2 yearsWeight: 595g (w/o cable and shifter (30.9mm)The Ascend Dropper Seatpost set the benchmark for reliability and performance at an excellent price point, a proud tradition that the Ascend XL Dropper Seatpost will carry on. This Brand-X Ascend Dropper Seatpost features an ergonomic remote lever that has been designed to run from where your front shifter normally sits. Ideally suited for those running a 1x chainring transmission without a front derailleur. However, a paddle style shifter is available aftermarket for those who want to use the Ascend XL Dropper Seatpost with a front derailleur and shifter. The seatpost is cable actuated at the bottom of the post via a linkage mechanism which eliminates cable pull/movement, to ensure consistent performance time and time again.
Brand-X's Ascend Dropper Seatpost was so good they decided to super-size it: the Ascend XL Dropper Seatpost offers longer travel for the long-legged rider or for those who prefer a greater scope of adjustment. Operated easily via a paddle style remote, this aluminium dropper seatpost lets the rider customise their saddle height for the trail ahead. Material: T651-7075 AluminiumBar mounted paddle style remote lever and cable operated internal routingLinkage mechanism eliminates any outer cable pullZero offset, one-piece head/upper shaft with micro adjust clamping mechanismOnly compatible with internally routed bikesLength: 498mmTravel: 170mm or 200mmCable Length: 1.5mFinish: Sand blasted and hard anodisedWarranty: 2 yearsWeight: 595g (w/o cable and shifter (30.9mm)The Ascend Dropper Seatpost set the benchmark for reliability and performance at an excellent price point, a proud tradition that the Ascend XL Dropper Seatpost will carry on. This Brand-X Ascend Dropper Seatpost features an ergonomic remote lever that has been designed to run from where your front shifter normally sits. Ideally suited for those running a 1x chainring transmission without a front derailleur. However, a paddle style shifter is available aftermarket for those who want to use the Ascend XL Dropper Seatpost with a front derailleur and shifter. The seatpost is cable actuated at the bottom of the post via a linkage mechanism which eliminates cable pull/movement, to ensure consistent performance time and time again.
Available in both internally and externally routed options, this seat post maintenance kit is ideal for helping you repair and maintain your Brand-X Ascend dropper seat post. Internally routed options include OE replacement seals, bushing and brass keys.Externally routed options include OE replacement seals, bushing, brass keys and nylon cable & barrel.Each maintenance kit is unique to each travel option and is not cross-compatible. Please ensure that you marry up the correct kit to the routing and the travel of your Brand-X Ascend post.Please double check your own dropper post prior to purchasing the kit. The internal routed Ascend posts were updated in 2020.
The lever is ergonomically shaped and the mechanism uses a brass bush to make sure it has a smooth and consistent action which will last. Tech Tip: To confirm what size you need, remove your existing clamp from the frame and measure the diameter across the top of the hole that the seatpost fit in to. Alternatively, sometimes your bike's seatpost clamp size is stamped on the existing seatpost clamp.
This bike seatpost clamp is available in 28.6, 31.8, 34.9mm or 36.6mm sizes and comes in durable anodised black of silver. Please Note: The measurements listed in the sizing options are the internal measurement of each clamp. Each clamp is designed to clamp around to your bike's frame, so allow a few millimetres difference between your saddle seatpost and the clamp size you need. We recommend that you either measure your bike frame's seatube or check for any sizing information that may be stamped on your old clamp.
The head features a micro adjustable 2 bolt design which makes fitting a new saddle or adjusting the angle as easy as possible. A black UD finish with subtle graphics provides an understated stealthy appearance. Additional features include incremental markings to help you set your saddle height easily.
Building on the success of the original Ascend, Brand- X now offer an externally routed cable-operated option with the Ascend II. The post carries over the reliability and core qualities of the original. Infinitely smooth adjustment and incredible value for money make the Ascend II the go to dropper post for those riders that require external routing. It comes with an ergonomic lever that can be left or right hand mounted depending on your preference. The cable is actuated from the mid cap ensuring zero cable movement. The Ascend Dropper mechanical cable-operated seatpost sets new standards for reliability and performance at a fantastic price point. Please Note: The 27.2 option comes with the 2/3x Paddle Lever. The 27.2mm size also has a 2-piece saddle clamp so the saddle will sit slightly higher than on the 31.6 and 30.9mm options. Minimum Insertion Length Information Size Minimum Insertion Length Minimum Insertion Length including the actuator (mm) 27.2mm x 390mm 105mm 90 128 31.6mm x 400mm 125mm 90 128 30.9mm x 400mm 125mm 90 128 31.6mm x 449mm 150mm 90 128 30.9mm x 449mm 150mm 90 128 Service Guide Information Click here to view the Brand-X Ascend II 105, 125 External Route Dropper Post Service Guide. Click here to view the Brand-X Ascend II 150, 170 External Route Dropper Post Service Guide.
Building on the success of the Ascend 01, Brand- X now offer a longer travel option. The additional travel is ideal for long legged riders or for those who need more adjustment. The post carries over the reliability and core qualities of the Ascend 01. Infinitely smoove adjustment and incredible value for money makes the Ascend XL the trend setter amongst the dropper post market. The Ascend Seatpost is only compatible with bikes that can use an internally routed dropper. (Please note that it cannot be converted to external cable actuated.)The seatpost is cable actuated at the bottom of the post via a linkage mechanism which eliminates cable pull/movement, to ensure consistent performance time and time again. The ergonomic shifter style remote lever is designed to be run where your front shifter would normally sit. This means that the Ascend Dropper is ideally suited for those using a 1x chain ring set up; without a front derailleur. However, a paddle style shifter is available aftermarket for those who want to use the Ascend dropper post with a front derailleur and shifter. The Ascend Dropper seatpost sets new standards for reliability and performance at a fantastic price point. Minimum Insertion Length Information Size Minimum Insertion Length Minimum Insertion Length including the actuator (mm) 31.6mm x 499mm 170mm 120 154 30.9mm x 499mm 170mm 120 154 31.6mm x 559mm 200mm 150 184 30.9mm x 559mm 200mm 150 184 Service Guide Information Click here to view the Brand-X Internal Dropper Post 150, 170, 200 Service Guide. Installation Guide Information Click here to view the Brand-X Ascend Internal Route Post Installation Guide.
The head is offset by 22mm and features an adjustable 2 bolt design which makes fitting a new saddle or adjusting the angle as easy as possible. A black UD finish with subtle graphics provides an understated stealthy appearance. Additional features include incremental markings to help you set your saddle height easily.
The Ascend Dropper seatpost sets new standards for reliability and performance at a fantastic price point. Now available in both a 125mm and 150mm travel options, it allows riders to infinitely adjust their saddle height to suit the terrain ahead. Ergonomic Shifter-Style Dropper Remote The ergonomic shifter style remote lever is designed to be run where your front shifter would normally sit. This means that this dropper is ideally suited for those using a 1x chainring set up; without a front derailleur. However, a paddle style shifter is available separately for those who want to use the Ascend with a front derailleur and shifter. For installation, the seatpost is cable actuated at the bottom of the post via a linkage mechanism which eliminates cable pull/movement, to ensure consistent performance time and time again. Please Note: This Ascend Seatpost is only compatible with bikes that can use an internally routed dropper. (Please note that it cannot be converted to external cable actuated - for externally routed bikes, please see the Ascend II 105/125mm/150mm travel version). Remotes supplied are suitable for MTB flat bars with a 22.2mm diameter. 1x fits in place of the front shifter on left side and 2x fits perpendicular to the bar beside the grip on either side. For CX bikes that need a 31.8mm bar, this can be found here. Minimum Insertion Length Information Size Minimum Insertion Length Minimum Insertion Length including the actuator (mm) 31.6mm x 357mm 100mm 90 124 30.9mm x 357mm 100mm 90 124 31.6mm x 412mm 125mm 90 124 30.9mm x 412mm 125mm 90 124 31.6mm x 459mm 150mm 90 124 30.9mm x 459mm 150mm 90 124 Service Guide Information Click here to view the Brand-X Internal Dropper Post 100,125 Service Guide. Click here to view the Brand-X Internal Dropper Post 150, 170, 200 Service Guide. Installation Guide Information Click here to view the Brand-X Ascend Internal Route Post Installation Guide.
Shifter Style - 1x Gears The ergonomic shifter style remote lever is designed to go where your front shifter would normally sit and actuates from beneath the handlebar meaning that this kit is ideally suited for those using a 1x chain ring set up, without a front derailleur. Paddle Style - 2x/3x Gears The compact paddle style remote lever is designed to sit next to your front shifter and actuates from the top of the handlebar, allowing you to run your Ascend dropper seatpost when using a front derailleur and shifter.
The kit includes paddle lever, cable outer, cable inner, guide pipe with barrel adjust, cable end cap and cable barrel for post fitment. Once fitted, it offers you effortless control of your Brand-X dropper post. Please note: This lever is designed for use on drop handlebar bikes, (cyclocross and gravel bikes), and will not fit on the lever clamp area of an MTB handlebar.