ismai1
11-14-10, 01:24 AM
I just got a new motobecane track 2010 (first track bike) I've had it for 2 days so far and have put 13 miles on it. The only problem is the saddle is really uncomfortable! What would you guys recommend?
Singlespeed & Fixed Gear - New Saddle
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stillanimal
11-14-10, 01:30 AM
this is like the billionth thread asking this question, here's one
http://www.bikeforums.net/showthread.php?456847-Saddle-Recomendations&highlight=saddle+recomendations
it really comes down to you're anatomy/preference. ride some of your friends bikes to get an idea of the size and shape that works for you.
http://www.bikeforums.net/showthread.php?456847-Saddle-Recomendations&highlight=saddle+recomendations
it really comes down to you're anatomy/preference. ride some of your friends bikes to get an idea of the size and shape that works for you.
ismai1
11-14-10, 01:33 AM
Haha my bad. I was at my lbs they had some nice saddles but not a wide variety. My friends dont ride bikes so I cant really test other seats!
Squirrelli
11-14-10, 01:38 AM
It's hard to say what your body prefers as stillanimal have said.
You might have to spend a lot of money to find that perfect saddle, or you might find it at the very first one.
Charge (Bucket, Spoon), Selle Italia (Turbo, Flite, SLR), Selle San Marco (Aspide, Regal, Rolls, Concor), Fizik (Arione, Anatares, Alinate, Gobi), Specialized Toupe (143, 130, 155), Selle SMP (Glider, Evolution, Pro) are some of the most popular saddles around. Of course, I only named the more race-oriented ones, which is what I usually prefers. That said, saddles are extremely personal and you really have to go with your guts to see which one might suit you the most.
You might have to spend a lot of money to find that perfect saddle, or you might find it at the very first one.
Charge (Bucket, Spoon), Selle Italia (Turbo, Flite, SLR), Selle San Marco (Aspide, Regal, Rolls, Concor), Fizik (Arione, Anatares, Alinate, Gobi), Specialized Toupe (143, 130, 155), Selle SMP (Glider, Evolution, Pro) are some of the most popular saddles around. Of course, I only named the more race-oriented ones, which is what I usually prefers. That said, saddles are extremely personal and you really have to go with your guts to see which one might suit you the most.
avner
11-14-10, 02:16 AM
race saddles do tend to look more appropriate on road bikes, though.
I have a Fizik Arione, not great with my anatomy, many people swear by it.
I have a Fizik Arione, not great with my anatomy, many people swear by it.
muckymucky
11-16-10, 07:20 AM
Fizik Arione
yup, used.
yup, used.
ichitz
11-16-10, 08:51 AM
i'm surprised brooks isn't part of ur list, vixtor
Panda Bear
11-16-10, 08:56 AM
i'm surprised brooks isn't part of ur list, vixtor
+1. Brooks.
+1. Brooks.
yummygooey
11-16-10, 09:46 AM
What kind of build is your body?
In addition to the Selle Italia saddles Vixtor listed, I would like to add the SLK. The cutout is clutch, and the women's version is wider (if you need wider).
I used to ride an SLR, but it was too narrow for my anatomy. I've also ridden a Toupe (i forget which width), which I found to be very comfy as well.
In addition to the Selle Italia saddles Vixtor listed, I would like to add the SLK. The cutout is clutch, and the women's version is wider (if you need wider).
I used to ride an SLR, but it was too narrow for my anatomy. I've also ridden a Toupe (i forget which width), which I found to be very comfy as well.
AngryScientist
11-16-10, 09:50 AM
I have a Fizik Arione, not great with my anatomy, many people swear by it.
brilliant.
brilliant.