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Speed Saddle Clamp 28.6Mm Alloy Qr

R 75.00
SKU: M24
by SPEED
Type: Parts
Low stock - 4 in stock, ready to ship

 Speed Saddle Clamp 28.6mm Alloy QR

The Speed Saddle Clamp 28.6mm Alloy QR is a quick-release seatpost collar (seat clamp) used to secure the seatpost inside a bicycle frame’s seat tube, while allowing tool-free saddle height adjustments.


 Key Specifications

  • Diameter: 28.6 mm (fits a 28.6 mm seat tube outer diameter)
  • Material: Aluminium alloy (lightweight, corrosion-resistant)
  • Mechanism: Quick-release (QR) lever system
  • Function: Locks seatpost in position while allowing fast adjustment

 Typical Compatibility

This size is most commonly found on:

  • Older steel frame bicycles
  • Vintage road bikes
  • Some entry-level or budget mountain bikes
  • Older commuter and hybrid bikes

The 28.6 mm clamp size reflects narrower seat tube frames, which were more common before modern oversized tubing standards became widespread.


 Advantages

  •  No tools required for saddle height adjustment
  • ⚖️ Lightweight alloy construction
  • ???? Ideal for bikes shared between riders
  • ???? Quick adjustment for mixed-use riding (commuting, leisure, etc.)

 Limitations

  • Must match frame size exactly—28.6 mm is not interchangeable with 31.8 mm or 34.9 mm clamps
  • Lower-quality QR levers may loosen under vibration if not properly tensioned
  • Not suitable for oversized modern frames
  • Over-tightening can deform thin steel tubing on very old frames

 Bottom line

Yes—this is a quick-release seatpost clamp designed for 28.6 mm seat tubes, mostly found on older or smaller-diameter steel and alloy bicycle frames.