TheHope Carbon Seatpostwith circular rails employs 24 individual plies of carbon and is crafted with a highly toughened epoxy resin system. Hope designed this seatpost to ensure a safe and rugged unit. The majority of the laminate comprises Unidirectional T700 fibre, the highest strength Standard Modulus fibre available. (Unidirectional fibres provide the maximum tensile strength and stiffness with minimum weight.) This is combined with strategically positioned plies of 3K twill woven fabric, adding hoop strength to resist clamping forces and mitigating failure mode in the event of serious crash damage. The 1K 2x2 twill weave fabric outer ply, also contributes in this respect together with a super smooth finish and bold visual aesthetic ... More info