So you’ve got a new unicycle, perhaps something new and exciting for Muni riding or for racing, such as a model with 36 or even 32 inch tires.
There’s just one thing: you can’t get comfortable in the saddle because you can’t lower it enough. There’s a fix for that. Stick with this article.
First: Lower the Saddle by Loosening the Seatpost Clamp and Readjusting
The first fix should be obvious. If the saddle is too high, you need to lower it.
Locate the seatpost clamp under the saddle. It should have either a quick-release clamp, or a bolt (or two clamps or two bolts).
Open the clamp or use an appropriate hex key to loosen the bolts, till you can slide the seatpost tube, then lower the seatpost tube to the right height. Then close the clamp(s) or retighten the bolts to secure the seatpost tube at the new height.
Check the height by getting in the saddle and riding a bit, then readjust if necessary.
Now, if you landed here because you already know this and you can’t lower the saddle far enough, the issue is likely that your seatpost tube is just too long.
There’s a fix for this too, and you can make it at home with only basic tools.
Second: Cut Down the Seat Tube (There Are Two Methods)
If your seatpost tube is too long, you can cut it down, and there are two ways to do this.
One is simply to use a hacksaw. Measure and mark the seatpost tube where you’d like to make the cut, then just saw through it. A guide for the saw is recommended but not absolutely necessary.
When you’re done, remove any burrs around the area of the seatpost tube that you’ve sawed off, with a file, to reduce the risk of them catching on anything.
The other method is to use a pipe cutter. Measure and mark the seatpost as indicated, then tighten the pipe cutter around the seatpost tube where your mark is. Clamp down, then rotate the seatpost. Tighten the pipe cutting with every revolution until you have cut fully through the seatpost tube.
This latter method is less likely to produce any sharp burrs, but if it does, remove them in the manner previously described.
Where to Learn More (Or Get Unicycle Parts)
Whether you’re here for a new unicycle, a new saddle, a seatpost clamp, or you need more in-depth information on how to cut down your seatpost tube, there’s one great source for all of that: Unicycle.com.
Check out their website. Not only do they offer an exhaustive inventory of unicycle parts and tools, but they also have a lot of helpful informational resources that are unique and highly detailed.
Otherwise, if you need specific help and can’t find the part or tool (or information you need) on their website, get in touch with them directly and their customer service team will help you out.
