Introducing my new saddle!

[Clint]

My new saddle...SELLA ITALIA SLC GELFLOW

TUBULAR CARBON/VANOX RAILS

CARBON FIBER BASE AND TRIM WITH PADDED LEATHER SPLIT BACK

185-190 grams +/- 5%

Price - $140-$170

277MM LENGTH 135MM WIDTH

WORLD DESIGN CONTEST WINNER

THE ULTIMATE SADDLE!



This saddle is a new design as you can see by the split (Specialized also has a similar design as they seem to stay up with technology). I bought a Specialized toupe at first but had my money refunded and shipment cancelled once I laid eyes on this saddle. I received the saddle today (it is VERY LIGHT). I hope others will re-think before they buy old designs that don’t have the split in the middle as they constrict blood flow. I am personally a believer as I have tried the older designs that don't have the splits and the newer designs. Technology and testing has allowed us to ride safer.

[cujo]

Actually specialized has had the split design for years. The truth to the matter is that saddle is the one thing that varies upon individual the most. The split design is NOT the BEST desing for EVERY person. I myself have had way more problems riding the split design then my Arione. I also had problem w/ the flite. the moral of the story. iis try several saddles. Do not shop weight in a saddle shop comfort. The question you need to ask with a saddle is can i ride this for four hours not will this make my bike weigh 15 pounds.
One other thing about saddle one saddle may work for a really long time then all of a sudden you have a problem. That is because your body changes over time you probably need to look into a new saddle. I had a San Marco ergo gel. I loved that thing then one day it was just uncomfortable. I got a new one same problem. I had to change.
Saddles have probably made the most improvement in bike technology over the years. Remember the it is also the most direct conection that you have w/ the bike. Try several because the dream seat for you maybe split, mabybe not, oe maybe something crazy like the smp strike pro or duo power linx.

Joey

[Scott Baker]

Good points. I went through 6-7 saddles before finding one that my butt liked for both short and long rides. The one component I will sacrifice weight for comfort is the saddle. Considering I spend several hundred hours per year on it, I want to make sure it works. The down side to finding one for you is to buy it, try it, and sell it if you don't like it. Some companies may have a try before you buy program, but I would think it would be hard for a bike shop to support that program. I prefer the Selle Italia Filte Gel Flow. This works for my sit bones and arse. Everyone is different, so find one that works. There is no shame in not liking a saddle and having to try a different one. It may cost you some money in the process, but the reward is worth it.

-Scott

[irish]

Curse you, Scott! Trying to resist... saddle too cool... debit card already in hand... phone seems to be dialing Motion Makers on its own...

[Josh Whitmore]

I prefer a 2x4 for a saddle, light, cheap, no hype.

Or we could all be like Rand Perkins (of noteable mountain bike fame in the early-mid 90's in the South east, he won everything). Rand had some kind of prostrate problem. His doctor told him he couldn't ride at all. His answer was to take the saddle and seat post off the bike and would ride for hours standing up. He even raced like that. We all thought it was some kind of new training technique and wondered if we should try it.

[Clint]

LMAO! I want to be like Rand! I just took of my carbon seatpost and carbon saddle...threw it all in the trashcan lol

[YellowLemondTed]

In regards to Scott's comment about bike companies offering trials for their saddles, the shop I worked at in Charlotte had a program that allowed any saddle to be tested for an average 30 mile ride without penalty. This was the best way to ensure the right saddle could be found, and let the rider test saddles without worrying about their wallet til they found the arse kisser they loved most.

When considering component upgrades for your baby, always be sure you don't cut corners on the three contact points, Hands, Arse, and Feet.

[TC]

Rand is still the man. Just go to the Tsali challange and see him hand everyone their asses. He is a true athlete, strong in any sport. Somehow he manages to go all day without drinking a drop of water. I have been beaten in every adventure race I have entered by Rand, Mac Brown, and whatever girl they convince to be towed by them. And when I say towed, I mean that literally, as in rope tied to the handlebars.

Josh, I still want that saddle. If you still have it We need to get together. I GAF'ed the paddle for an easy $80. I may have something else you are interested in.
TC