Chico, California, is the sunny, bright home of Paul Component Engineering where theyve just announced the launch of their shiny new NOQR Seat Collar. This beautiful, no-nonsense seat collar is a perfect solution for all those off-road bikers wanting a Paul seatpost collar, but not wanting or needing their fancy quick release clamp.Face it, were getting older every day. And droppers just make life easier for all off-road cyclists. So, why not get a snazzy Paul clamp to hold your dropper in place as you ride!Paul NoQR seatpost collar, optimized for dropper posts(Photos / Paul Comp)The new bolt-on Paul seat collar is designed with dropper post compatibility in mind. Cyclists have been requesting a bolt-on version of Pauls Quick Release Seat Collar for years. But, there were a lot of seat collars on the market, so the Paul Comp crew didnt take them too seriously.until now.With the rising popularity of dropper posts, Paul started thinking more about the seat collar idea. Sometimes, a seat collar that is too tight can bind your dropper post keeping it from both dropping and returning smoothly. True story, Im sure many of you know what Im talking about.Protip: dont over-torque your seat clamp.So, to combat this issue, Paul Comp designed their new NOQR Seat Collar that is deeper offering more uniform clamping distribution. Just enough to keep your dropper from slipping. But now offering more evenly dispersed clamping force. This is a great defense against that dreaded dropper-bind.Convex for the WinThe convex back of the NOQRs floating button is the secret to the all-alloy clamps evenly dispersed clamping force. It avoids pinching or binding at a lighter weight than a steel barrel. Not to mention that lil sucker is replaceable if damaged. But really, it also helps the collar stand out with that famous Paul Component aesthetic.Paul NOQR seat collar: Retail & DetailRetail: $79.95Material: 6061 & 7075 AluminumWeight: 29-31g, depending on seattube diameterColor Options: anodized Black, Silver, shiny hand polished, or 90s agreeable Purple ano!Clamp Diameters: 30, 31.8, 33.1, or 35mm100% USA Machined by Paul in sunny Chico, CaliforniaIn stock: NOWFor riders running dropper posts whove dealt with slipping or binding issues, this collar offers a straightforward mechanical solution thats worth all the beans. Or for those who simply want more classy style and precision to keep their saddle up until its time to dropCheck the link below to get yours, plus see all the blingy-bikey goodness atPaulComp.comThe post Paul Comps Shiny New NoQR Seat Collar Is A NoBS Seat Collar, Perfect For Dropper Posts appeared first on Bikerumor.

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UPDATED June 27, 2026 BY Michael Coo IN Africa: Ocean to Ocean no comments Cycling NamibiaOur newest cycling expedition, Africa: Ocean to Ocean, takes riders through seven fascinating Southern African countries. In this post, we take a look at what cyclists can expect on their journey through country number 2, Namibia.*Note: Our flagship cycling expedition, the Tour dAfrique also passes through Namibia but that route is far to the south of this tours path, which explores a new area of this fascinating country.Kunene RiverAs soon as the riders exit Angola and enter Namibia, they will begin to pedal westward along the Kunene River. This body of water marks the border between the two countries and is one of the areas few perennial rivers. Besides hosting a number of crocodiles, it is home to the Kunene River mouth cichlid, a species of fish found nowhere else on Earth. The cyclists will enjoy the views as the river changes back and forth from rushing rapids to quiet lagoons.Epupa FallsAfter following the Kunene River for a couple hundred kilometres, the tour will stop in Epupa Falls, a rather remote and unspoiled location. It is a spectacular sight, especially given the arid surroundings. The water crashes down into a gorge and the shores are lined with baobab, fig and palm trees. Riders can check out the many bird species that inhabit the area or simply sit and enjoy the sight of the falls with Angolas mountains looming in the background.KaokolandKoakoland is a vast area of northern Namibia and is the countrys least densely populated region (which is saying a lot given that the countrys population density is 3 -4 people per square kilometre!). The climate, although harsh, supports a number of animals such as the unique desert adapted elephant, giraffes, zebra and springbok while hardy succulents and dwarf trees are scattered across the boundless landscape.Himba CultureThe Himba people, a polygamous, semi-nomadic, pastoral society make their home in Kaokoland, keeping up their traditions and surviving by herding their drought-resistant cattle from one water source to another. The red ochre they use to braid their hair and protect their skin from the harsh sun is distinct to their culture and the women display ornate hairstyles and jewellery made from iron, copper and shells.Etosha National ParkThis iconic National Park, known as The Great White Place in the local Ovambo language, features a dry lakebed (Etosha Pan) that is 130 km long and 50 km wide. It can even be seen from space! The park is notable for the large number of watering holes that dot the southern edge of the Pan. These attract an incredible variety of wildlife including elephants, black rhinos, giraffes, lions, leopards, cheetahs and many, many more. Cyclists will enjoy a game drive through the park as part of their experience.Recommended Reading:Dr Mary Seeley The Namib DesertNeshani Andreas The Purple Violet of OshaantuAndr Brink The Other Side of SilenceSandra Shields Where Fire Speaks: A Visit With the HimbaMarion Wallace A History of Namibia: From the Beginning to 1990Recommended Viewing:Namibia: The Struggle for Liberation (2007) A historical drama that chronicles the countrys fight for independence.Bikes for Africa (2013) A documentary following the life adventures of Hap Cameron and Mandy Todd, and their attempt to help implement a self sustainable bike workshop in rural Namibia.|Kapana (2022) A heartwarming drama-romance follows an openly gay office worker and a closeted local kapana (grilled meat) vendor who fall in love.Recommended Listening:This is Namibia (Apple)Namibia: The Price of Genocide (BBC)Journey Back to Namibia: The Story Begins (Spotify)RELATEDTOURAfrica: Ocean to Ocean The original way to cross Africa from the Atlantic to the Indian Ocean was the maritime Cape Route past the continents southern tip, a perilous... Related Posts:Leave a Comment for "Cycling Namibia" Cancel reply

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