By John Marsh, Editor & Publisher HOT! High-quality, U.S. sourced materials True custom saddle with numerous rider inputs Ability to choose shape, type of rails, shell, etc. Adding personal or team graphics a cool touch Price in line with top-end, non-custom saddles Anatomical comfort based on your own anatomy “Impression” and ordering process innovative…
By Coach Fred Matheny HOT! Excellent sit-bone support Designed to reduce crotch pressure Inexpensive NOT! Grips Lycra and won’t let go Odd, bulky shape Feels hard on big bumps http://www.rido-cyclesaddles.com/ Price: $33 for U.S. customers (includes shipping) Source: website Weight: 360 grams Colors: black, blue, greenish How obtained: sample from company RBR advertiser: no Tested: …
By Coach Fred Matheny HOT! 3 widths to fit most riders Ergonomic design spares soft tissue Stylish NOT! Synthetic leather cover is slippery Sit bones bear all the rider’s weight Sit bone contact area is firm www.specialized.com Price: $100 Source: Specialized dealers or website Width: 130, 143 or 155 mm Length: 270 mm Weight: 275…
By Coach Fred Matheny HOT! Immediately comfortable for test riders Reduces pressure points Light and airy Unique NOT! Unproven technology Limited availability Not for heavyweights Rail design www.saddleco.com Price: $130 Weight: 290 g Source: bike shops, catalogs How obtained: sample from company RBR advertiser: no Tested: 11 hours There aren’t many saddles I could…
By Ed Pavelka HOT! Wide, supportive shape Midline groove protects soft tissue Quality construction and leather cover NOT! Extremely firm padding Elastomer suspension doesn’t give much Seams can cause irritation www.koobi.com Price: $100 (manganese rails); $120 (Ti rails); $170 (Ti tube rails) Weight: 320 g; 299 g; 275 g Colors: black, red/white/black Source: website, bike shops,…
