Vario seatposts on test: Wolftooth Resolve V2 - the longest Tele seatpost on the market

The new Wolftooth Resolve V2 dropper post is not cheap. In addition to the minimum 380 euros for the post, there is also at least 60 euros for the remote. When ordering, you can also order coloured anodised screws for the seat clamp or shims for stroke reduction. The outer cover and cable are at least included in the scope of delivery. On top of this, the Resolve V2 offers automatic bleeding every time the post is lowered and the longest available stroke on the market. But how does the high-quality Tele post perform in our test?

Mounting the Wolftooth Resolve V2 Vario seat post

Like most current dropper posts, the Wolftooth is characterised by its simple installation. If the outer shell is already installed in the frame, you simply connect the seatpost to the inner cable via an adapter sleeve and clamp it to the superbly crafted remote. Shorten the cable, adjust the preload and off you go. With a little skill, the saddle can also be fitted without having to completely loosen a bolt. With a Saddle However, this does not work with a high-profile frame. The screws themselves are of high quality and run precisely and smoothly.

How does the telescopic support get onto the bike? It's actually quite simple. With our step-by-step guide the installation of the lowerable seat post is no problem.

Ease of use & function

The lever of the Resolve V2 dropper post is neatly finished and equipped with a ball bearing. The thumb lever has been attractively milled from aluminium. However, the highlight is the numerous adjustment options: The Remote Pro can be extensively adjusted in three levels and offers the optimum position for every taste. The cable is guided on the remote control via an oval guide, which reduces the operating forces and still ensures a short lever travel. At 78 euros, the Remote Pro is one of the most expensive levers in this comparison, but it could hardly be better.

A striking feature of the Wolftooth is that it requires very little weight to lower, even at relatively high air pressure. The telescopic support then glides downwards without much resistance, albeit with minimal roughness. Intermediate positions are easy to find thanks to the well-defined lever. However, the support does get stuck slightly when extending, even with very little pressure on the saddle. The extension speed can be adjusted via an easily accessible valve under the saddle mount. The locking of the saddle when pulling up is good, but not quite sufficient for heavy bikes. The seatpost already has minimal lateral play ex works.

Price & Info - Wolftooth Resolve V2 Vario seat post

Price 440 / 60 Euro (support / remote)

Weight¹ 493 / 597 g (support / ready to ride)

Stroke 125; 160; 200; 242 mm

Diameter 30,9 / 31.6 / 34.9 mm

Length / insertion depth¹ 443 / 122 - 250 mm

Stack height¹ 32 mm

Scope of delivery Support; Mounting material; Remote

Special features Self-relieving system; stroke reducible; adapter for Hope, Hayes, Magura; remote with ball bearings

Conclusion & evaluation

The Wolftooth Resolve V2 dropper post has only just been launched on the market and immediately wins the test. It scores with top workmanship, very usable travel and sophisticated features such as the self-venting cartridge. Its elegantly milled, ball-bearing lever is extensively adjustable, clearly defined and has a short lever travel. The Resolve glides through the stroke with very little pressure and extends again quickly (speed is adjustable). The weight of the post is also absolutely competitive. One small drawback: it gets stuck slightly when pressure is applied from above.

¹BIKE measured values. Weight: telescopic seat post / ready to ride: seat post, remote, 1.5 m outer shell, cable pull ²The BIKE grade is independent of price. The BIKE rating is based on the school grading system with grades 1 to 5.