I know very few if any mountain bikers in my area that actually adjust seat height, if they do it would be in a class type setting. I know of situations it helps but it rarely applies to our area and type of riding. If I were to ride in a situation I needed to do it I can keep the quick release style and swap out.
On a more vain note I think the polished silver is not as nice looking and want to switch it. The seat might slip a modest amount in a long ride, like 1/8" maybe a 1/4" but my knees will start hurting when it does. Over time if I don't pay attention it may have slid over 1/2". It isn't falling down or anything like that.
Amanda
2011 Specialized Epic Comp 29er | Specialized Phenom | "Marie Laveau"
2007 Cannondale Synapse Carbon Road | Selle Italia Lady Gel Flow | "Miranda"
You don't have to be great to get started, but you do have to get started to be great. -Lee J. Colan