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Comparing Road Bike Saddles

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Price $130 List
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Pros Lightweight, supportive, comfortable on long ridesLightweight, comfortable, reasonably pricedHuge pressure relief channel, supports variable riding positions, good for long ridesRelieves pressure, good price, texture prevents slipVery light, supportive, comfortable
Cons No pressure relief channel, limited colorsUnique shape may not be for everyonePricey, can alter riding form, can cause pressure pointsSaddle can stick, excess padding, priceyNot versatile, expensive
Bottom Line A comfortable, affordable saddle great for long-distance cruisingA high-performing saddle that provides lightweight comfort and a unique designA unique saddle that maximizes anatomic relief and minimizes pressure on long ridesA sweet cut-out model with generous padding and a sleek racing designThis saddle provides comfortable support for the road racer looking to shed grams or the weekend warrior looking for a more aggressive saddle that doesn't sacrifice comfort
Rating Categories Fizik Aliante Gamma... Prologo Dimension Selle SMP Pro Terry Fly TI Specialized S-Works...
Comfort (30%)
8.0
9.0
8.0
8.0
7.0
Performance (30%)
8.0
8.0
8.0
8.0
9.0
Versatility (20%)
9.0
5.0
8.0
8.0
6.0
Durability (10%)
9.0
9.0
9.0
6.0
7.0
Weight (10%)
7.0
9.0
5.0
8.0
10.0
Specs Fizik Aliante Gamma... Prologo Dimension Selle SMP Pro Terry Fly TI Specialized S-Works...
Dimensions L 265 mm, W 142 mm L 245 mm, W 143 mm L 278 mm, W 148 mm L 277 mm, W 140mm L 155 mm, W 143 mm
Weight (grams) 252 g 191 g 337 g 236 g 141 g
Rail Material Alloy Tirox Steel 316 Titanium Alloy FACT carbon
Shell Material Nylon Carbon Reinforced with Twin Flex™ center Light foam Nylon, Carbon Reinforced Unspecified Composite FACT carbon fiber
Seat Cover Material Synthetic Microfiber Leather Leather EVA, Body Geometry
Anatomical Cut Out or Channel No Yes, full cut out Yes, full cut out Yes, cut out Yes, full cut out
Target Use (mountain, road, etc.) Road Road, Mountain, Cyclocross Road Road Road