Saddles!
04-12-19 | 04:57 PM
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From: Creede CO in summer & Okeechobee, FL or TX Gulf Coast in winter
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SO MUCH BETTER than my Ritchey WCS Streem. Based on what I know about saddles I guess it would fall into the medium padding category.
04-12-19 | 05:17 PM
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Thanks for the speedy reply ! But, I can't really gauge it based on that Ritchie saddle, not being familiar with the Ritchie. Is the Ritchie particularly hard, or is this one just a lot more comfortable?
Thanks again......
Thanks again......
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04-12-19 | 06:08 PM
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My current most comfortable saddle is an SLR with a cutout. It has also been my least comfortable saddle. I felt that it had potential to be perfect but I never really got it right. Was sore and bruised and frustrated.
Near the end of my road riding season last summer I gave it another chance. This tweak struck gold. I’m incredibly happy with the fit now. 8 plus hour rides and I can think of riding again the next day.
My gravel has a Fabric Line Shallow. Same thing, it feels like it can be perfect but isn’t yet. Again, not giving up on it. I’m going to take some time, maybe get it on a trainer, and fiddle with it. Im pretty sure that it’s going to turn out great.
i mention this as a rebuttal to the folks that say you need to try a zillion seats. Maybe you do, more likely, you need to adjust it a zillion times and ride it after each tweak.
Near the end of my road riding season last summer I gave it another chance. This tweak struck gold. I’m incredibly happy with the fit now. 8 plus hour rides and I can think of riding again the next day.
My gravel has a Fabric Line Shallow. Same thing, it feels like it can be perfect but isn’t yet. Again, not giving up on it. I’m going to take some time, maybe get it on a trainer, and fiddle with it. Im pretty sure that it’s going to turn out great.
i mention this as a rebuttal to the folks that say you need to try a zillion seats. Maybe you do, more likely, you need to adjust it a zillion times and ride it after each tweak.
04-12-19 | 06:24 PM
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Just got an ISM saddle. Looks goofy but is so comfy. I got the PR 2.0, offers enough padding for me. I think I'd fall into a similiar category as you in terms of riding style. My average ride is about 50 miles at 15-16 mphs. If you live near a dealer try I would try a demo first. My understanding with the ISM saddles is either you love em or hate em. I was able to borrow a friends. Good luck.
09-18-21 | 09:52 AM
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Same. I only have one bike on which the Professional feels right, but B-17s work on anything.
09-18-21 | 09:54 AM
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My next test will be the Selle SMP Hell- Name changed to Well for $139. Just clicked Buy and it will be here Sunday yes Sunday delivery.
The WTB is fine for shorter rides, but I would like something a little better for longer rides.
John
09-18-21 | 10:00 AM
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Here is a good rule to follow... As soon as you find a saddle that is comfortable for you, get another, or even two or three. I found a cheap saddle with minimal padding from ARS that was listed as a Woman's Saddle. It has turned out to be most comfortable and I immediately ordered another. My three favorite bikes have this cheap generic saddle that is no longer made...
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