history | contact | home

1-800-256-6240




Got technical questions?


The original inventor.


Need to check order or shipping status?






$139

2008 thudbuster LT

long-travel design - only
buy it here and recieve a free crudbuster ($15 value)
MSRP - $153 seatpost + $15 cover = $168 SAVE $29.00

By adding the Thudbuster rear suspension you'll ride faster, longer, and stronger with better traction, more control, and less fatigue. The performance, relative low weight, and simplicity make it the best suspension upgrade you can make to your hardtail. Based on a patented parallel-linkage design, the Thudbuster LT provides up to 3 inches of active stiction-free travel. Unlike telescoping suspension posts, there is no initial stiction to overcome-the suspension mechanism works in the direct path of the natural travel of the rear wheel. The elastomers provide the compression and rebound damping, and can be easily exchanged to tune the suspension.

3G Thudbuster
  • 3" of ultra-plush travel
  • Only 565-585 grams (610 grams or 4XL)
  • 1-year warranty
  • Unique US Patented design
  • New CNC-machined aluminum alloy linkage
  • New 1-piece forged tube and receptor
  • New larger-diameter stainless-steel pivot pins
  • New Teflon® coated pivot bushings
  • New super-strong, twin-bolt, micro-adjust saddle clamp
  • Complete 6-piece Double Barrel elastomer kit
  • Illustrated installation and tuning guide
  • Choice of tubing diameters

Select Diameter:




Select Rider Weight:

Please select the rider weight range so we can include the proper set of elastomers for your weight. Light riders will have the stiff elastomers swapped for x-soft ones and heavy riders will have soft elastomers swapped for x-firm ones at no charge!






$139

2008 thudbuster ST

short-travel design - only
buy it here and recieve a free crudbuster ($15 value)
MSRP - $153 seatpost + $15 cover = $168 SAVE $29.00

All the benefits of the original Thudbuster design in a smaller package. The Thudbuster ST uses a shorter parallel-linkage mechanism to yield the ideal suspension post for:
  • XC riders looking to "take the edge off" with less of a weight penalty
  • Road riding enthusiasts
  • Smaller riders and tandem stokers (due to the smaller minimum extension)
  • Comfort bike owners
The shorter linkage design still provides 1.3 inches of active stiction-free travel. The compression and rebound damping is handled by a single urethane elastomer, which can be changed to fit your size and riding style. 4G Thudbuster

  • 1.3" of ultra-push travel
  • Only 440-460 grams (480 grams for XL)
  • 1-year warranty
  • Unique US Patented design
  • New CNC-machined aluminum alloy linkage
  • New 1-piece forged tube and receptor
  • New larger-diameter stainless-steel pivot pins
  • New Teflon© coated pivot bushings
  • New super-strong, twin-bolt, micro-adjust saddle clamp
  • Soft, medium, firm elastomer kit included
  • Illustrated installation and tuning guide
  • Choice of tubing diameters

Select Diameter:




Select Rider Weight:

Please select the rider weight range so we can include the proper set of elastomers for your weight. Light riders will have the stiff elastomers swapped for x-soft ones and heavy riders will have soft elastomers swapped for x-firm ones at no charge!





Dual Ply Grips - $10

Get a grip on your ride!

Control: The treaded surface offers quick grip traction, and the firm inner sleeve resists twisting on handlebars for positive control.

Comfort: Soft compound grip surface and raised 3D graphics yield a comfortable feel.

Security: Safety wire grooves can be utilized when riding in wet or extreme conditions.
  • materials: Exclusive compound rubber covering firm inner sleeve
  • weight: 64g per pair (standard length)
  • colors: black/black, blue/black, red/black, black/grey

Select Color





Crudbuster Neoprene Suspension Cover - $15
(automatically included free with seatpost purchase!)

So, you're pretty hardcore and like to ride in all the nasty stuff? Cane Creek Cycling Components contracted with Lizard Skins to produce the Crudbuster. This handy cover will keep the mud, water, slush, and snow from invading your pivots by covering the suspension mechanism and protecting your investment.
  • Black neoprene material
  • Velcro closure
  • White silk-screened logo

Select Thudbuster Model





Custom Seattube Shims - $7.50

Does your bike require an unusual size seatpost? Or, maybe you want to use one Thudbuster on two different bikes. Our extensive stock of custom shims will help you fit a Thudbuster to nearly any bike made.
  • CNC-machined aluminum
  • Choice of 2 different inside diameters
  • Choice of 24 different outside diameters

Select Size:

(If you don't see your size listed, please email us: we have numerous non-standard sizes available.)




Double Barrel Elastomer Kit - $20.00

Do you have an older Thudbuster with the one-piece elastomer? Or, maybe your current Double Barrel elastomers have seen a couple tours of duty. If so, you're due for an upgrade and this kit is the answer.
  • 2 soft elastomers
  • 2 medium elastomers (blue)
  • 2 firm elastomers (black)
  • 1 CNC-machined coupling washer



Elastomers for LT and ST

If you need additional tuning options, want to replace existing elastomers or simply stock up your pack for a big back country outing, we have elastomers available in five colors/weight ratings for individual purchase.
  • white (000-130lbs.)
  • gray (120-160lbs.)
  • blue (150-190lbs.)
  • black (180-220lbs.)
  • purple (210-250lbs.)


Elastomers for LT - $6.00 a pair






Elastomers for ST - $9.00 ea.







Skewer Assembly - $8.00

If your skewer is getting a little rough or if you are installing new Double Barrel elastomers, we recommend upgrading to a new, smooth, zinc-plated skewer to extend the life of your elastomers.
  • Zinc-plated skewer
  • 2 nylon top-out pads
  • 2 flat washers
  • Locknut



Rebuild Kits

LT Thudbuster

  • LT rebuild kit with tool. $29
  • LT rebuild kit parts only. $15

ST Thudbuster

  • ST rebuild kit with tool. $29
  • ST rebuild kit parts only. $15








Replacement Parts

  1. ST arm screw. M4 x 16mm. $0.75
  2. LT arm screw. M4 x 20mm. $0.75
  3. Saddle clamp bolt. $1.00
  4. Saddle clamp barrel nut. $3.00
  5. Saddle clamp spherical washer. $0.75
  6. Saddle clamp adjustment knob. $1.00