Shimano Pro Koryak Dropper Seatpost ASP Remote

It's called Koryak, and it is the long-anticipated dropper post from Shimano that will be sold under its Pro component range. The 120-millimeter-stroke post is cable actuated, with a remote lever that can be integrated with Shimano's I-Spec II shift levers, and positioned on either side of the handlebar. Two styles of remote levers one vertical and one Firebolt syle horizontal lever are available. The Firebolt lever mirrors Shimano's XTR/XT downshift paddles, which should look sharp on like-equipped bikes.

Shimano says that the post is completely rebuildable and, while the gas/hydraulic unit that drives the post is a one-piece replaceable cartridge, the cartridge, and all the post's mechanical bits will be in stock when the Koryak hits the market in the latter months of 2016. Koryak droppers will be released under Shimano's Pro Bike Components range, which includes a variety of elite-level road and off-road cockpit items, each developed with the feedback of its sponsored athletes. We were not given a final MSRP on the dropper, but the weight is stated at 520 grams, including the remote lever and cable assembly, and two seat tube diameters will be offered: 30.9mm or 31.6mm.