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Submitted by
whydied
a Cross Country Rider
from Illinois
Date Reviewed: July 15, 2008 | | Favorite Trail: | Places without trails | | Duration Product Used: | More than 3 years | | Purchased At: | not purchased | | Strengths: | Looks
Snappy stitching
Weight
Pyshological sense of value out the door | | Weaknesses: | Uncomfortable
Fragile
Bad Adhesive | | Similar Products Used: | Another Serfas Kevlar seat that was as skinny as a thong, A Specialized perforated leather seat, Other various seats that remain nameless | | Bike Setup: | 95 specialized stumpjumper steel hardtail frame with a hodgepodge of colorful aftermarket upgrade parts. | | Bottom Line: | Well when I was in college I worked as a bike mechanic at this hole-in-the-wall cycle shop owned by an ex-drummer from some semi-famous local Chicago rock band or something. The guy wasn't always able to get me my paycheck on time so I used to help myself to some items amongst the stacks and stacks of random stuff in the back storage room. I nabbed this seat, and thought it looked pretty p1mp1n with that fancy stitching all over it and the Ti rails. Plus, it was pretty light. Too bad a canvas bag filled with broken glass would be more comfortable to sit on than this seat. Okay clearly it isn't that bad, but it always felt lumpy and hard in all the wrong places. Perhaps individual ass-bones are like snowflakes, no two are ever the same, and likewise this seat is comfortable to some and miserable to others. In any case I guess I've owned, and used, this seat for about 8 years. Even though it was uncomfortable and has probably made me sterile, I stuck with it. This afternoon one of the seat rails broke. It snapped right behind where it enters the post clamp. So RIP my faithful crude seat with the fancy stitched lettering.
Guess it is time to get one of these WTB seats everyone seams to rave about.
I rate this seat a 4 for value, because I think that if I had actually payed a cent for it, I would have been happy with all the features it sported visually, and despite being torture to sit on at times, I excuse that somewhat due to the probability of anatomical bias.
Overall I rate it a 3 because long term this was a seat that simply did not wear well with time. Rather than develop an aged look with some character, it just kinda started coming apart and breaking down. I probably have too high a pain threshold and am too tolerant. I'd guess most people would have tossed this seat after a year at most. For some reason I kept using it until its structural integrity was completely terminated. Who knows why? | Value Rating: Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
John
a Cross Country Rider
from Sydney, Australia
Date Reviewed: May 6, 2003 | | Favorite Trail: | The OAKS, Blue Mountains | | Duration Product Used: | More than 3 years | | Price Paid: |
$30.00 | | Purchased At: | Maroubra cycles:Shoriq&Matt | | Strengths: | Firm, quiet, not slippery. | | Weaknesses: | Hard nose, especially on long climbs. | | Similar Products Used: | Bontrager FS +10, Koski engineering, Scott | | Bike Setup: | Mongoose SX6.7 hardtail, mech and running gear upgrades | | Bottom Line: | I've used this saddle for six years - after 6,800 kilometres it's not the first thing on my bike I think about changing. | | Value Rating:Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Marty
a Weekend Warrior
from Moncton, NB, Canada
Date Reviewed: February 10, 2002 | | Favorite Trail: | whatever i can find | | Duration Product Used: | 2 Years | | Price Paid: |
$20.00 | | Purchased At: | LBS | | Strengths: | economical, works fine once broken in, light for the price | | Weaknesses: | took a while to break in right.. | | Similar Products Used: | lost count! | | Bike Setup: | atx 840, judyxc *4"*, titec cockpit w/easton monkey bar, 'xt' v brakes.. yada yada yada | | Bottom Line: | super deal.. for the price.. cant go wrong.. be perfect for a racer on a budget who want light weight parts.. but cant afford much... this puppy saved bout a quater pound off my old shred up seat... still just like new 2 years of hard use later.. | Value Rating: Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
James Dodd
a Racer
from Walworth, NY US of A
Date Reviewed: July 19, 2001 | | Favorite Trail: | Mix | | Duration Product Used: | 3 months | | Price Paid: |
$85.00 | | Purchased At: | LBS | | Strengths: | Nice fit and finish, the stitching of the logos is first rate. The feel of this saddle beats the crap out of the stock GT saddle that was designed by the Marquis De Sade. | | Weaknesses: | Little pricey for chro-mo rails. | | Similar Products Used: | GT stock saddle. | | Bike Setup: | Nothing special. | | Bottom Line: | I can do more miles now without saddle soreness thanks to the Serfas Cosmos. Major improvement in comfort. I'd buy it again. | | Value Rating:Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Special Ed
a
from Los angeles, CA
Date Reviewed: June 21, 2001 | | Duration Product Used: | More than 3 years | | Price Paid: |
$70.00 | | Purchased At: | supergo | | Strengths: | Decent weight, good suspension and comfort comfort comfort | | Weaknesses: | Tacky graphics. Hard to find. Price. | | Similar Products Used: | San Marco Concour Light, Selle Italia Prolink | | Bike Setup: | Yeti mtb, Specialized M4 road | | Bottom Line: | When it was time to replace the POS that came with my road bike, I went with the Prolink thinking that it'll be more comfortable for long rides even if it was significantly heavier. Boy was I ever wrong! The ARC Dual Density Pro Ti on my mountain bike felt way better and is 80g lighter. I had thought of exchanging it for the lighter Flite Gel but decided to stick to what's tried-and-true, the only problem now is that I can't find one to buy. | | Value Rating:Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Mario Javier
a Weekend Warrior
from Oakville, ON Canada
Date Reviewed: June 10, 2001 | | Favorite Trail: | Kelso Conservation | | Duration Product Used: | More than 3 years | | Price Paid: |
$80.00 | | Purchased At: | Silent Sports | | Strengths: | Durability, comfortable and looks good. | | Weaknesses: | None so far | | Similar Products Used: | Vetta TT, WTB and SDG7000 | | Bike Setup: | Gary Fisher X-0 with full XT and Raceface components | | Bottom Line: | The LBS where I bought this from no longer in business! I guess for durability, this saddle outlast the store. I average 500 Km a year on my bike and I have this on it for the last 3 years or so. I dropped the bike and scrape the side of the saddle but the materials did not tear. I guess that is kevlar for you. I recommend this to anyone thinking of upgrading their saddle. However, I would probably lean more toward the RX version. I am not sure if it is more comfortable than the original, but from others have said, I guess it will be. | | Value Rating:Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Garrick Whitnah
a Weekend Warrior
from Keller, TX
Date Reviewed: May 31, 2001 | | Duration Product Used: | 2 Years | | Purchased At: | LBS | | Strengths: | Tough!
Clean looks
light
not real expensive | | Weaknesses: | Can't really think of any
Might be a little firm for some | | Similar Products Used: | SDG Belair
Specialized Body Geometry | | Bike Setup: | 1999 Klein Mantra Comp
2000 Specialized A1 Sport | | Bottom Line: | Love it! Bought the Dual Density Pro with kevlar sides to replace the scuffed up SDG that came on my Klein. It was a lot more comfortable for me as well. When I bought my Specialized road bike I could not stand the Body Geometry seat so I replaced it with another identical Serfas. These have really held up well. Real light, also, with the titanium rails. The only problem I see is the new ones have a groove or gel (are they as good?) - I can't find one just like the two I have (I need one for the tandem I just bought). | | Value Rating:Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Pup
a Weekend Warrior
from Seattle
Date Reviewed: March 9, 2001 | | Favorite Trail: | Ozone / 310 | | Duration Product Used: | 2 Years | | Price Paid: |
$70.00 | | Purchased At: | LBS | | Strengths: | COMFORTABLE -- AND FOR A WOMAN RIDER!!!!!!
DURABLE!! stands up to mud, crashes, sharp rocks...
Did I mention comfortable?
Narrow and flat behind, super design
Light
Sexy looking | | Weaknesses: | Hard to find mail order, so have to pay LBS prices.
All-kevlar is sweaty | | Similar Products Used: | Bontrager Flying Wedgie, in all its versions
Fat gel saddles
Wide "women's" death trap saddles | | Bike Setup: | Uzzi DH dream bike, Z1 / XT / HS33s... | | Bottom Line: | This is an update to previous review, for the Leather/Kevlar ARC Dual Density Pro
Ive now had this (exact same) saddle for 2 solid years of riding in deserts, mudholes, snow, falling down cliff faces... its been thrown in creeks, submerged in mud, bounced off slickrock, skidded on fireroads. Its been through two frames. Ive done everything but douse the thing in kerosene.
Its got a little scuffing on the leather, thats all.
Its by far the all time favorite part of any of my bikes. Padded but not gooshy, firm but not painful, flat but not broad, narrow enough to get off of without a second thought AND WIDE ENOUGH FOR A WOMENS PELVIC BONES, long enough nose to creep up hills on. Comfy enough for five-day riding trips to god-knows-where.
If they ever stop making this saddle, it will break my heart. Twenty chilies.
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Submitted by
Chris Blau
a Weekend Warrior
from Everett, Wa USA
Date Reviewed: January 8, 2001 | | Favorite Trail: | Tolt - McDonald park | | Duration Product Used: | 1 Year | | Price Paid: |
$60.00 | | Purchased At: | This lame place called "Bike Works" | | Strengths: | Tough as a Lessbian from Louisiana. The seat has seen flesh tear, bones chip and not nary a tear in the saddle. | | Weaknesses: | Too damn rigid!!! This is definately a racers only seat, there is no give at all here. It's okay for down-hill, mostly 'cause you're never on it for more than a fraction of a second. | | Similar Products Used: | The old plastic polymer BMX saddles, remember those?... damn similar. | | Bike Setup: | GT LTS Spin (Full susp.), Rock Shocks Judy DH, KORE stem, Titec Hellbent bar, Shimy' XT components. | | Bottom Line: | I reiterate, this is a racer/down-hill application only.
I Like to mix up down hill Jams, with cross country rides.
There is no cross country bred into this saddle so avoid it like the plague if you do the same.
Just the wrong saddle for the application, it's good if the
over all objective is to keep the seat post from finding your arse and that's it. I went and got an RX to see if I could keep my sack safe and it seems to be a good fix to
the alternative. Did I mention the RX is very comfortable?
Just make sure you don't get the fake suede version, it'll get you in a bind!
As for this saddle, I'm taking it to the local chain gang and see if they can work some boulders into gravel with this baby! Some one want to buy it??? $5.oo & shipping. | Value Rating: Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Craig
a Weekend Warrior
from the bushes in canada
Date Reviewed: December 27, 2000 | | Favorite Trail: | sticks and stones | | Duration Product Used: | 2 Years | | Price Paid: |
$40.00 | | Purchased At: | freinds house | | Strengths: | this is a sweet seat, i take my beatings repeatedly... the kevlar hold up beautifully | | Weaknesses: | after 2 years the stitching for the letters is coming out | | Bike Setup: | fisher level betty(98) lx, bontager crow bar, plat pedals, irc tires, GOOD STUFF | | Bottom Line: | this is a good saddle, it is soo comfortable, i bought it off a friend who had it on a BMX... i dunno why he got rid of it, but it is GREAT!!! | | Value Rating:Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
KWG
a Cross Country Rider
from SACK OF TOMATOES
Date Reviewed: December 22, 2000 | | Favorite Trail: | MR. TOADS WILD RIDE | | Duration Product Used: | 2 Years | | Price Paid: |
$65.00 | | Purchased At: | LBS | | Strengths: | SERFAS CUSTOMER SERVICE IS THE BEST.
TI rail broke. Within 3 days, Serfas replaced the rails and mailed it back to me.
Comfortable, Kevlar lasts forever. | | Weaknesses: | The titanium rail broke!! | | Similar Products Used: | WTB SST Kevlar; Specialized OEM on the 1999 FSR; Bontreager saddle that's OEM on Trek STP 200 (nice saddle) | | Bike Setup: | 2000 Trek STP 200 w/ Marzocchi Z2 Atom bomb & Race Face headset (you must replace that cheesy OEM headset)
1999 Specialized FSR XC w/ Mountain Speed X-Rated bearing kit (you must have the bearing kit) w/ Marzocchi Z1 drop-off | | Bottom Line: | This review is for the Kevlar Dual Density Pro:
Serfas knows how to treat its customers. However, as other reviewers pointed out, it doesn't matter how comfortable the saddle is or how nice the company is if you can't trust the product. After reading how many others have broken the rails, I'm not so sure it's safe to ride even with the replacement rails. It's not good when you can't ride and trust your bike parts. I haven't broken any other company's saddle rails. I would've given it 5 flamin' Godzilla dingleberries but it's unacceptable to have this many riders posting about broken rails. It must be a design flaw. Check out the other saddle reviews. | | Value Rating:Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Baron von Big Ring
a Racer
from Wisconsn
Date Reviewed: October 29, 2000 | | Favorite Trail: | The Lab | | Duration Product Used: | 1 Year | | Price Paid: |
$80.00 | | Purchased At: | La Grange General Store | | Strengths: | Super Comfy, Cutouts underneith, light, kevlar protection on the corners (ARC Dual Density Pro, women's version) | | Weaknesses: | Not available mail order | | Similar Products Used: | Selle Novus, 2 models of Selle San Marco, WTB SST-X, & my trusted old Vetta TT trishock | | Bike Setup: | Fisher Paragon, XTR Rapid Rise rear derailler (THE BEST), crappy Judy T2 with Total Air Cartridges | | Bottom Line: | Best saddle I have ridden to date. Its held up well on my hardtail. I want to put one on my dual suspension bike but I'm worried about bending the rails. Seats take much more of a beating due to being seated more on the dually...I've already bent my beloved Vetta TT. I also plan on putting one on my road bike.
I have the narrow women's version (which as a 155# man) I find extremely comfortable. | | Value Rating:Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Richard Warg
a Weekend Warrior
from Woodland, CA
Date Reviewed: October 23, 2000 | | Duration Product Used: | 3 months | | Price Paid: |
$59.00 | | Purchased At: | Foy's Bike Shop | | Strengths: | The Serfas RX Mens. Comfort, comfort, comfort. It was comfortable the first time I sat on. Quality finish. | | Weaknesses: | Price??- Nah, it's worth it.(see below) | | Similar Products Used: | Specialized Body Geometry, Avocet Touring | | Bike Setup: | Specialized Allez A1, Serfas RX, SPDM-434 | | Bottom Line: | I've got a 60 year old bony butt and I'm a new rider. I recently finished my first 100 miler in horrid wind conditions and was never aware of this fine saddle. (Maybe it was the distraction of the wind.) It was just there all day and no matter how I sat on it it was comfortable. My bike has a stiff ride to begin with and I was concerned that I might get pretty sore by the end of the day. I needn't have worried. Definitly a perfect choice for an older man with not much experience.
I have the Avocet Touring on my commute bike and I love it but after 50 miles it becomes uncomfortable, especially if I need to get on the drops in a headwind. After 100 miles the Serfas felt like I could have done another 100 miles. | | Value Rating:Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
cdale
a Cross Country Rider
from scottdale, PA
Date Reviewed: July 28, 2000 | | Duration Product Used: | 1 Year | | Strengths: | Cost, weight, looks, durable | | Weaknesses: | i had a crash and bent the rail out of the seat so i gave serfas a call and they gave me a new one free within weeks. no questions asked. great service. | | Similar Products Used: | WTB sst, titec berserker, coda 900, vetta tri shock, selle italia | | Bike Setup: | Cannondale M500, RST Mozo, LX and XT components | | Bottom Line: | this seat is so great. i got the serfas arc dual density for $50. i've tried many seats and the serfas is the best by far. it's so comfy i never have any pain at all and every other seat i tried gave me pain. none of the stiching ever came out. it is skinny so its so easy to get behind. it's light weight and looks cool. i highly recommend this seat for cross country riders. | | Value Rating:Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
JonBoy
a Cross Country Rider
from Fort Collins, CO, Larimer
Date Reviewed: June 9, 2000 | | Duration Product Used: | 3 months | | Strengths: | Comfortable, good-lookin', light weight. | | Weaknesses: | None so far. | | Similar Products Used: | Bianchi, Ritchey, Avocet saddles | | Bike Setup: | Cannodale with XT/Suntour Pro | | Bottom Line: | This review is for the Pro Duel Density RDG and Women's Pro Density
Sweet saddle. I had the mail order company deliver straight to my work place and as soon as I took it out of the box, two buddies already wanted to ride it. The RDG is definitely the most comfortable saddle of the five I have ridden over the past few years. It sports a deep but not overly noticeable groove down the center, generous cutouts, and cushy tailbone pads. The best thing is it looks like a race saddle while still being so comfortable that you essentially forget about it while riding. I know that saddles are a personal preference thing, but let's face it, some designs are better than others.
By the way, if you are looking for an awesome women's saddle, my wife rides the pro duel density / women. She loves it. | | Value Rating:Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Caleb
a Racer
from LasCruces
Date Reviewed: April 29, 2000 | | Duration Product Used: | 2 Years | | Bottom Line: | Took 2 years to break it. Rolled off a 4 foot verticle and
I totaled a rear wheel and broke one of the TI rails right in half. on closer inspection noticed the other rail had a
hair line crack in it also. 4 chilis till it broke | | Value Rating:Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Justin Hoppmann
a Cross Country Rider
from Phoenix, AZ
Date Reviewed: April 9, 2000 | | Favorite Trail: | Hawes Rd. | | Duration Product Used: | More than 3 years | | Strengths: | Price, weight, durability | | Weaknesses: | too damn good | | Bike Setup: | GT LTS-raceface cranks, nuke superfly wheels, white bros fork.... | | Bottom Line: | Ridden this saddle for 4 years. Purchased at Bikeworld.com for about $35 in 96. Kevlar shell keeps on truckin after all this time. Ridden so long the embroidery on top has completly disappeared, but the kevlar is still good. Ti rails are still perfect. Who would think a saddle would last this long? | | Value Rating:Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
paul preston
a Weekend Warrior
from north bay ontario canada
Date Reviewed: April 4, 2000 | | Favorite Trail: | graveyarddownhill | | Duration Product Used: | 3 months | | Strengths: | comfort and safety, no pressure on the boys!!!! Sex and mountain biking now possible and sustainable | | Weaknesses: | gram counters may fuss a little | | Similar Products Used: | specialized, liberator, koobi | | Bike Setup: | santa cruz bullit,Z-1 Bomber,Hayes,RaceFace | | Bottom Line: | The best by far so far. I have the Serfas Deep Groove design IT SHOULD HAVE ITS OWN REVIEW SITE, IS ANY BODY LISTENING AT MTBR!!?
DEEP GROOVE IS RIGHT, ALL THE WAY FRONT TO BACK WITH HUGE HOLE RIGHT WHERE YOU NEED AT THE ROOT OF THE MAGIC WAND!
GO GET IT BOYS.
WATCH OUT GIRLS. | | Value Rating:Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Steve Loughran
a Cross Country Rider
from Bristol, UK, england
Date Reviewed: March 13, 2000 | | Favorite Trail: | Parpaillon, the french Alps | | Duration Product Used: | Less than 1 month | | Strengths: | Light, abrasion resistant kevlar, Ti rails, skinny for fast pedalling if your body is shaped right and your butt firm enough. | | Weaknesses: | Onit its fifth ride I came off sideways and the rails popped out of the saddle. No way could I bend the Ti to get back into the plastic again -left with a four mile retreat standing on the pedals all the way. | | Similar Products Used: | Brooks Swift Ti | | Bike Setup: | Kona Explosif '90 | | Bottom Line: | I really loved this saddle, right up to the moment the seat detached from the rails. I was lucky I only had a four mile retreat -a week earlier and it could have been 15 miles of off road to get back to the car. If the workmanship is this shoddy, then the comfort (great) and weight (neglible) are irrelevant. Maybe I was just unlucky -I'm going to force a replacement from the shop and will see how it holds up. But even if the replacement doesnt come apart, I've lost my trust in the saddle -I'll keep thinking "this ride, it'll break"... | Value Rating: Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
BoneDigger
a Racer
from Tyler
Date Reviewed: December 27, 1999 | | Favorite Trail: |
Tyler State Park and Ruston, LA | | Duration Product Used: |
less than 1 month | | Strengths: |
moderately light
looks really good
comfortable | | Weaknesses: |
none so far | | Similar Products Used: |
Bontrager saddle
Specialized BodyGeometry | | Bike Setup: |
GF Paragon
Marzoochi Bomber Z2 | | Bottom Line: | I have only been using this saddle for a few weeks but have been very pleased with its comfort and durability. Also, it looks awesome. The old Bontrager saddle I had on my bike used to hurt really bad after an hour on the bike. This one is much better. So far, this has been a really good saddle. | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
gary
a Racer
from socal
Date Reviewed: November 5, 1999 | | Duration Product Used: |
1 Year | | Strengths: |
wears well, relitively light, and ohh so comfortable | | Weaknesses: |
this is my third saddle, having sent the las two back for warranty ti rail replacement due to bending | | Similar Products Used: |
vetta tt, trishock | | Bike Setup: |
22lb ht racer | | Bottom Line: | i've got the full kevlar ti railed arc version. it weight 265 grams, 30 grams heavier than the selle italia flite (no kevlar), so if you want a full kevlar saddle, this is a good choice. it has a cutaway in the plastic near the nose that makes it very comfortable. definately worth looking into when getting a new saddle. minus 1 chili for the replacements, but the customer service at serfas is really good. | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Tim
a Cross-Country Rider
from Newport News, VA
Date Reviewed: September 17, 1999 | | Duration Product Used: |
2 Years | | Strengths: |
So far so good. I was going through seats about every 30-60 days. Now I replace about once a year with this seat. | | Weaknesses: |
The cover usually rips at the front. The kevlar cover held up for about 12 months. | | Similar Products Used: |
Tried several other brands over the past 3 to 4 years. Dont recall names. | | Bike Setup: |
TREK POLICE. RocShok JUDY | | Bottom Line: | Great seat, with the exception of the cover tearing. The color faded pretty bad on the last one. It was all KEVLAR. Now this one is leather with KEVLAR corners. I dont think the leather is going to fade. But I guess anything will fade when used in sun for 40 hours a week. Overall I has stood above the rest. | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Maple
a Weekend Warrior
from Canada
Date Reviewed: August 31, 1999 | | Favorite Trail: |
any | | Duration Product Used: |
6 months | | Strengths: |
look's cool
kevlar a nice touch
nice embroyding
cheap | | Weaknesses: |
cheap
weak rails
sharp
not comfy | | Similar Products Used: |
too many to name | | Bike Setup: |
scott FS
rst mozo 4.5
xt, raceface
verlosity at rims
ect... | | Bottom Line: | it's nice to look at but if you do any Hard riding at all this seat is not for you !
had it for 5 months and desided to go do some freeriding ... went off a 4½` drop off and the seat /$% up. the nose rails were bent... UPWARDS ! and the end of the rail went thru my leg. hurts like a (****) ( 5 letter word for female dog). I unfortunaly have the same sattle on my HT and as soon as I get home I'm gettin rid of it ! 0 chilis... but i have to give it one at least. | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Rob C
a Cross-Country Rider
from Tomahawk AB
Date Reviewed: August 29, 1999 | | Favorite Trail: |
na | | Duration Product Used: |
more than 3 years | | Strengths: |
Color didn't fade and the Kevlar held up well | | Weaknesses: |
Weak Ti rail | | Similar Products Used: |
WTB,Bontrager,Vetta | | Bike Setup: |
Yeti ARC FS | | Bottom Line: | I broke one TI rail while climbing. I think it was a fluke though. I bought this seat 4 months ago in May 99 and it snapped out in the middle of my ride. Bummer. Wish they would send me another to replace it with. | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
CHRIS NEWTON
a Weekend Warrior
from VICToria BC canada
Date Reviewed: August 25, 1999 | | Favorite Trail: |
Skull | | Duration Product Used: |
3 months | | Strengths: |
Looks cool,Upper is durable, | | Weaknesses: |
rails bent, uncomfortable ( even with padded shorts) | | Similar Products Used: |
WTB sstxcz, wheeler seat. | | Bike Setup: |
Wheeler 6680, rock shock jet XC | | Bottom Line: | Poor weak uncomfortable over priced seat. | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Ken
a Cross-Country Rider
from Boulder, CO
Date Reviewed: July 26, 1999 | | Favorite Trail: |
White Ranch | | Duration Product Used: |
6 months | | Strengths: |
Very comfortable. Light. Good control. | | Weaknesses: |
None that I've found yet | | Bike Setup: |
Jamis Dakar | | Bottom Line: | Excellent saddle!! I can ride for hours on end on nasty trails and still not have a sore bonch. Very good control, too. Narrow enough to really grip or get behind, and the full kevlar helps this even more. Best saddle I've ever been on! | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Sexy Bitch
a Cross-Country Rider
from Temecula, CA
Date Reviewed: July 13, 1999 | | Favorite Trail: |
Superman | | Duration Product Used: |
6 months | | Strengths: |
Strong,
Comfortable,
Cut out,
Weight | | Weaknesses: |
None | | Similar Products Used: |
Wtb,
Selle | | Bike Setup: |
Specialied Rockhopper,
Judy XC,
9.0 sl
World Class & X517 | | Bottom Line: | The best on the market. | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Larry Von Moss
a Racer
from Columbia, MD
Date Reviewed: June 19, 1999 | | Duration Product Used: |
2 Years | | Strengths: |
light, looks, durability, inexpensive for a light ti-railed seat, many colors to choose from | | Weaknesses: |
not many, cover holds dirt a bit, embroidery is cotton thread that wears off quickly | | Similar Products Used: |
many cheapo seats | | Bike Setup: |
hardtail mtb with ti seatpost | | Bottom Line: | This seat (ARC, not dual density) is so great I had to write a review. It's light, around 210 gms. I'm 200 lbs. and haven't bent the Ti rails in two years of riding and racing. The kevlar cover hasn't torn at all. Plenty of fore/aft adjustment range. Only $50 for Ti-railed version. The cover started to come unglued underneath, but never came off. Very comfortable. I highly recommend this, though they seem to be phasing it out. | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Pup
a Weekend Warrior
from Washington
Date Reviewed: June 10, 1999 | | Favorite Trail: |
Skook | | Duration Product Used: |
3 months | | Strengths: |
ACTUALLY WORKS AS A WOMEN'S SADDLE
Light
Flat across back
Cool looking
Firm padding
Narrow enough to get behind!
COMFY!
Cool kevlar side patches so it doesnt go TO the first time you eat a gravel trail | | Weaknesses: |
Nose too long | | Similar Products Used: |
Selle San Marco Bontrager Paola Paezzo (OW OW OW OW OW OW)
Spec Body Geometry
Avocet O2
Specialized stock men's saddle | | Bike Setup: |
Spec FSR | | Bottom Line: | This review is for the Serfas ARC Dual Density Pro (Kevlar) saddle:
Glory! A saddle a female can actually use on a mountain bike. If youre a woman looking to end the pain of mens seats, and like something firmer than gooshy gel and narrow enough to get off of, try this saddle!!! The back of the saddle is flat enough that your pelvic bones are supported, and just only wide enough without being a frying pan women's saddle.Super padding! Its firm but not super thick, and the underside of the saddle flexes nicely under the sit bones. If you cant find one, try Bikeworld.com, they carry them even if the web page doesnt say so.I love this saddle! Five big flames | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Bryson
a Racer
from Az
Date Reviewed: June 8, 1999 | | Duration Product Used: |
3 months | | Strengths: |
looks cool, light,kevlar | | Weaknesses: |
fell apart, pretty uncomfy | | Similar Products Used: |
specialized prolong carbon(even worse), selle something, that was a good saddle comfy got it for $5 | | Bike Setup: |
barracuda a2rs,judy DH | | Bottom Line: | This saddle fell apart and was uncomfortable (probably cuz the padding fell out from under my Hmmmm how should i say it, junk)but its really light | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
jase
a Cross-Country Rider
from pennsylvania
Date Reviewed: May 11, 1999 | | Favorite Trail: |
There a many. | | Duration Product Used: |
less than 1 month | | Strengths: |
Fit of the saddle feels
really good. Don't really even notice it's there. | | Weaknesses: |
None so far. | | Similar Products Used: |
98 Specialized stock saddle, not bad just wore it out till it broke. | | Bike Setup: |
98 Stumpjumper M2comp | | Bottom Line: | I've only used it for about a month, but in that month I've done several road & mountain rides + one race and it's felt great the whole time.
It's worth the money (paid about $70) but seen it advertised for less (although not in stock). | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Mike
a Weekend Warrior
from Connecticut
Date Reviewed: April 16, 1999 | | Duration Product Used: |
less than 1 month | | Bike Setup: |
No suspension...(yet!) | | Bottom Line: | I just got the Dual Density saddle and I can't epress enough how thankful my ass has been. It's been a world of difference from my stock saddle... I'll definitely stick with it when I get my VRX 300. It seems like I can ride forever now, whereas I couldn't take more than an hour on my old saddle. Cinco Chiles! | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Austin F. PHAT
a Cross-Country Rider
from Golden Valley, Mn
Date Reviewed: March 29, 1999 | | Favorite Trail: |
technical singal track | | Duration Product Used: |
1 Year | | Strengths: |
I own the Dual Density pro saddle.
It is very light and seams to take any edges of bumps that the rear shock dosent tottaly absorbe.
very comfortable! never were tight geeky padded shorts agian! Saddle is very comfortable in anything (Yes even Phat Baggy pants!) | | Weaknesses: |
When I fell on a paved path while dodging water, the rial came loose or popped out of place! Luckily I found someone at Bend-its (BENNETS) to bend it back and I have had no problems since. | | Similar Products Used: |
trek
coda | | Bike Setup: |
Cannondale super v 10,000 | | Bottom Line: | Great saddle for raceing and mutitrail condistions. cant wait to see what its like on downhill! It is great on all the CC trails and minus the rail poping affect that happened it hassen given me any pains or hassels! | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Gordon
a Weekend Warrior
from Ann Arbor, MI
Date Reviewed: March 25, 1999 | | Duration Product Used: |
6 months | | Bottom Line: | I purchased a serfas dual-density gel saddle because of claims that
it would provide some protection for certain body parts. This is probably the worst saddle I've ever used. Although I weigh less than 150 lbs, the structural part of the serfas bends and pops audibly whenever I hit the slightest bump or sit down. It's apparently very flimsy or defective. I tried to E-mail the company,
but got no response. | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
David
a Weekend Warrior
from NY, NY
Date Reviewed: March 24, 1999 | | Favorite Trail: |
Montauk to NYC Century trial | | Duration Product Used: |
2 Years | | Strengths: |
Slim and tough. Good anatomical outer edge, kevlar is better on very warm days...leather gets sticky when wet. | | Weaknesses: |
slightly hard, and no prostate relief. | | Similar Products Used: |
Vetta Tri Ti | | Bike Setup: |
Botecchia SLX w. Kestrel fork and Dura-ace. | | Bottom Line: | The old Serfas ARC kevlar Ti was a little hard, but the shape fits my butt better than any other seat. I am in the process of getting the Advance ARC Duo-Density as well as the Pro ARC Duo-Density (tomorrow). Serfas has improved the comfort of their saddles and I find that the shape to be a good ergnomic design. The full kevlar cover is nearly indestructable and has lasted for over 5,000 miles this past year without much wear, it is a little dirty, but that is to be expected. As someone who raced for years, this is a very good road saddle, but the newer ones are certainly improvements as far as comfort goes. | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
CHris
a racer
from Houston
Date Reviewed: March 12, 1999 | | Bottom Line: |
Serfas Dual Density Kevlar
I love this saddle, it just feels great. Just the right amount of squish instead of rock hard like the non kevlar model. I'm racing it this weekend and will report on it's durability and performance in a month or so. | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Tanner
a weekend warrior
from Langley BC
Date Reviewed: March 8, 1999 | | Bottom Line: |
Love this saddle!! I Think it's not to bad to sit on(if your wearing padded Ass shorts) This thing looks so sweet on my bike and is neary indistructable!
The edges fray a little, but a little super glue fixes that. I've had this saddle for about two years now and it still looks new with a little soap and water. I'm very hard on saddles, tearing the covers and bending the rails all the time, because of abuse mostly.
Great product!! In about 10 years time when this saddle quits or loses it's good looks I'll defenetly by another! Like it will ever Die! | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Joa
a cross-country rider
from Karlsruhe, Germany
Date Reviewed: March 4, 1999 | | Bottom Line: |
Just bought another ARC Kevlar. So i was happy with the old one to get a 2nd, because:
-> it fits. It's very narrow, as far as i could see in the other reviews, not everybody's favorite shape. But you can't blame a saddle for lack of personal fit. Or maybe you guys don't ride with bike-wear - if that's the case, get some, this saddle can't be ridden without.
-> price.
-> red colour saddle is brilliant on my bike.
Only complaint: Poor quality. after a couple of weeks, the top material got loose at the sides.
| | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
bicky
a cross-country rider
from montana
Date Reviewed: March 1, 1999 | | Bottom Line: |
I agree with the preceeding(which will actualy come after this) that these are not pillowee saddles, but I am A BIG GUY and I feel quite comforable perched on this saddle. The big difference comes after about 20 or 30 miles in the mountains with no chafing and no saddle sores. they look realy cool too. | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Winston W.
a cross-country rider
from College Station, Texas
Date Reviewed: February 12, 1999 | | Bottom Line: |
Ok. Let's cut through the crap on this one and try to sum up this saddle. First of all, to all of you tender-asses out there: THIS IS A RACING SADDLE. It's not supposed to be comfy. For a lightweight rider like me (~140 lbs), it is just tolerable. What else this saddle is: light, nearly indestructible (hint for new owners: use superglue on the kevlar edges on the underside of the saddle to prevent fraying), very slip-resistant, very cool (full Kevlar w/Ti), and pretty. After two years of use, there are no rips in the cover, one _small_ snag, and the stitching (still intact) is a little faded. Not bad. In fact, really good. For a racing saddle, it does everything asked for and it's pretty to boot. Five. | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
dpb
a cross-country rider
from Kingston Ontario
Date Reviewed: January 13, 1999 | | Bottom Line: |
Well, I got this saddle for 1/2 price at my lbs. I liked my current saddle, but it was getting torn, so when I saw this saddle, manufactured by the same people with the same shell (?) I decided to go for it. It's the full kevlar with Ti rails...I was worried the kevlar would chafe but it's no problem. Ti is light and cool, and the saddle is comfortable...I can't recall any discomfort after any of my past rides. I am a bit cheezed that the kevlar corner has already gotten a tear in it, after about 2 months of riding. I don't remember how it happened so it can't have been a severe crash. I'm sure it's tough, but not indestructible. 4 stars for comfort, weight (or lack there of) and badass colour (red/black/yellow). Minus 1 because it's torn already. | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Andrea
a weekend warrior
from Indiana
Date Reviewed: January 10, 1999 | | Bottom Line: |
This saddle is extremely comfortable. For a lady weekend warrior (GIRLS LOVE DIRT!) this saddle rules! I have the women specific saddle with Ti-rails and covered in red kevlar. A women needs a womens saddle. And that all I have to say about that! | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Chris
a cross-country rider
from San Antonio
Date Reviewed: December 16, 1998 | | Bottom Line: |
I bought an ARC Dual Density saddle over a year ago from a LBS that was going out of business. $20! The seat was entirely covered with Kevlar and had Ti rails. I was starting in cycling and I had no idea if it was a good saddle or not, but for $20, not a big risk. It looked a lot cooler than my Coda saddle which I only used a few times (and ripped after minor falls), so I replaced it with the Serfas. About a year when I got a second C'dale with the same saddle, I decided to try the Coda saddle. Big big difference! That Coda saddle felt as hard as concrete, even just riding down the road! The Serfas has held up well so far. No rips or tears. It's relatively light at 255g. The high average rating seems to support good overall customer satisfaction with Serfas saddles in general. I don't know if I'll ever have to buy another saddle for myself, but if I do I know it will be a Serfas.Five flamers | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Caleb
a racer
from NM
Date Reviewed: December 12, 1998 | | Bottom Line: |
This is a good saddle if you have calluses. I have destroyed the rails on two specialized seats and a selle san marco. This is indestructable and it wont tear or bend. | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Elrich
a racer
from IN
Date Reviewed: December 6, 1998 | | Bottom Line: |
I have the slimmed down version of the ARC. All kevlar all Ti. This saddle is a definite improvement over the Bondtrager plus 10. lightweight, durable, comfortable (to race on). The only problem that I had was after a 20 mph crash into a tree. The seat cover poopped off the rails. This would have been a big problem except that I was riding with a weightlfter who could bend the titanium rails WITH HIS BARE HANDS. otherwise this saddle rocks and I would buy another | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Sammy
a weekend warrior
from NE USA & Canada
Date Reviewed: December 1, 1998 | | Bottom Line: |
I have the Serfas Dual Density Kevlar racing sadle for women. I think its a must have for any woman. It's more comfortable than any of the saddles I have ever owned. It absorbs shock well but it is not one of these heavy Tractor seats either. You can slide off the back of it when decending. The saddle has been through hell, but hasn't failed me yet. My next purchase will be a saddle with the synthetic leather instead of the Kevlar material so it will wear better. I also discovered that when this saddle starts getting a bit worn & dirty looking you can slip a Avocet racing sadle cover over it. It fits & you have a new looking sadle again without spending the $$. 4 Chili Peppers due to price & accessibility. Does anyone know how I can get in touch w/Serfas? The bike stores here are asking $135-$150 for the women's saddle. Pretty unreasonable! I love the product though & want to buy a few more saddles with the synthetic leather cover. | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Kevin
a cross-country rider
from Arlington, VA
Date Reviewed: November 25, 1998 | | Bottom Line: |
After purchasing this saddle to replace an Avocet O2 with a bent rail, I must say I'm a little disappointed. After a moderate fall, the kevlar bumper on the side tore! I though this stuff was indestructible! A little later, the stitching/tacking that fastens the cover the the underside of the saddle began to come loose. Add that to the fact that compared to the Avocet, it feels like I'm riding an aluminum saddle and you get a definite will not buy another one situation. Two chilis ONLY due to the fact that I have suffered no disfiguring injuries from the saddle... | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Jay McCauley
a cross-country rider
from Plattsburgh, ny
Date Reviewed: November 21, 1998 | | Bottom Line: |
I have been riding on the SERFAS ARC for almost two years now. I was looking for a more durable seat after ripping the cover on several specialized saddles. The ARC is tough as nails...nary a hole or tear...even after several very nasty wipe outs. The lettering is prety much worn off now but the seat is still very grippy. I do have to say though that the kevlar does do a job on bike shorts ... I have gone thru two shorts in the last 3 months. I have to agree with another reviewer that The thing looks nice, seems to handle well, but truely is like riding on a brick. but if you are looking for indestructable...look no further. | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
harvey
a weekend warrior
from NJ
Date Reviewed: November 13, 1998 | | Bottom Line: |
I got a dual density, all kevlar, ARC saddle from Bike World and I have been riding for about a year. So far, the seat is indestructable. From falling and turning my bike upside for quick maintenance, the saddle has survivied and even the embroidery is still intact. Alittle narrow, but the dual density does it job, and it's pretty light weight. I give it 5 chilli's. | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Robert
a racer
from L.A.
Date Reviewed: September 18, 1998 | | Bottom Line: |
Bought a Arc duel density with Ti rails and kevlar cover. A few months later I was busting my A tring to get up a steep hill when one of the rails poped out. I got a good waranty and decided to get the density pro hopeing that the yellow leather would not stain as much. But it just faded with time. All of the stiched letters also wore off and after a year it is getting pretty uncomfortable. For one years use I would give it 4 chillies but now only 2 so I will be fair and give 3. | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
corbett mortensen
a racer
from Omaha, NE
Date Reviewed: September 9, 1998 | | Bottom Line: |
I just bought the Serfas Lola. So far so good. I just replaced a Vetta TT which was a little uncomfortable on long seated rides. The Lola has a flatter platform like a WTB, it has a soft tissue cutout, the rear corners are cut back like a Bontrager and kevlar reinforced. The saddles cool looking too. I recommend it highly. If anything changes I'll re-post. | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
JoBu
a cross-country rider
from FL
Date Reviewed: September 4, 1998 | | Bottom Line: |
I'm about to purchase my 4th Serfas Saddle. (3 Dual-Density and 1 Crossbow)That's not to imply that I've broken 3 of them. I've got one on my girlfriend's Klein Attitude, one on my Trek Y-33, and one on my Klein Quantum Pro road bike (the crossbow). I just picked up a Klein Adroit and the first thing I'll put on is a Serfas Arc Dual Density and a Thompson Elite seatpost. The seats are durable, look great, and are reasonably priced. I think that there are a lot of other good saddles out there (Sella, Avocet, etc.) but for me, make mine a Serfas. I give them an enthusiastic 5 flaming Mr. Hankys. | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
jason
a weekend warrior
from maryland, usa
Date Reviewed: June 12, 1998 | | Bottom Line: |
I got the serfas kevlar seat. It's great, much more comfortable than the
stock GT seat that my Tempest came with. The blue color looks great also.
For its size, it has a good amount of padding. It is also considerably
lighter. Great seat, although after about 30 minutes of fast on-road riding
it becomes a little uncomfortable. | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Robert
a weekend warrior
from Mad, WI
Date Reviewed: May 11, 1998 | | Bottom Line: |
Just received my Serfas ARC on Thursday (another happy customer of Speedgoat, but that is another review). I wanted something with more durability after going through a couple of cheaper saddles the last several years. I am sure that this seat will last, but it may be because I put it in the closet and never ride on it again.
I biked on some fairly rough trails for four hours Saturday. At the end of that time, as my pal was itching to get out on some other trails I had to cry No Mas! My ass hurt so bad that I just did not think I could take anymore. Hopped on the bike today (Monday) and cringed, not sure if I have a deep bruise or what, but something tells me I may be off the trails for at least a week.
The thing looks nice, seems to handle well, but truely is like riding on a brick. If an item is going to keep me off the trails I can not rate it very highly. Hopefully I will grow into this (they are not cheap) and if so maybe I will rerate it, but for now, | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Matt Thurston
a weekend warrior
from Minneapolis
Date Reviewed: May 1, 1998 | | Bottom Line: |
I put a Serfas Lola on my Cannondale to replace the CODA Sponge that was on there, I think its great as long as you wear some padded shorts, It is light and just the right width for my narrow rear end, has a cool embroiderd graphic across the top, and comes in a range of colors. It did take about a week of riding to get used to it though. | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
BS
a cross-country rider
from NC
Date Reviewed: April 28, 1998 | | Bottom Line: |
Worst saddle I have ever tried. I bought the Kevlar ARC model. The padding is nice and thick but the saddle's shape created excessive pressure and butt soreness. Liked my old Vetta Trishock better. Returned it and bought a Selle Italia Flite which I love. Can't recommend Serfas ARC saddles to anyone. | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Kenny
a weekend warrior
from Miami, Fl
Date Reviewed: April 27, 1998 | | Bottom Line: |
I bought this fierce looking red kevlar ARC after shredding my beloved leather Vetta Trishock. The Serfas is virtually indestructible. I park my bike upside-down, have dragged it through jagged coral rock, and given it a fair share of nasty impacts and the damned thing is still in one piece. Its even easy to clean--just scrub with some dishsoap and let air-dry. Its shape is a joy - it's really easy to get in and out of .
My only complaint is that this puppy is HARD-especially in the gonad region. It does have some padding but nothing like my Vetta Trishock. Might as well sit on a brick. | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Smarty
a cross-country rider
from bellingham, wa
Date Reviewed: April 20, 1998 | | Bottom Line: |
After having my OEM Sella Italia ripped apart on a seemingly minor fall I was only to happy to have to replace the torturous thing. After several rides with Selle, the 'boys in my neighborhood' were numb. This saddle was not prostate firendly at all. So, a quick trip to some LBS's and I find the SERFAS Arc. Hmmmmm, Ti rails, full kevlar cover, recommended by a friend, opps, poor glue job on the nose fabric. LBS owner gave me the saddle at half price......SOLD!!!! One shot with the glue gun and I'm in heaven. First was great, felt like having rear suspension, the boys are alive and well, prostate is still letting blood flow!!! I say get the SERFAS, five hat chilis!!!! | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Dave
a weekend warrior
from Miami,FL
Date Reviewed: March 31, 1998 | | Bottom Line: |
Dont buy this saddle. I got one about 3 weeks ago and my butt has not figiven me since! The nose is too narrow and pointed. The tip goes up where it shouldn't if you move only slightly foreward, as in a climb. The nose is not slopped downward like on a Berserker or a WTB SST (a must if you ride a fully and stay seated on most climbs). Stick to something with more meat, like the others I mentioned. | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Rui Brito
a cross-country rider
from Lisbon, PORTUGAL
Date Reviewed: March 21, 1998 | | Bottom Line: |
SERFAS ARC Kevlar, Ti rails:
I just love this seat ´cause :
- After non-stop begging my riding buddy Alberto offered it to me when he returned from one of his trips to the US - he then bought a Flite over here;
- It´s blue looks great on my yellow Marin Team;
- It´s way more confortable than my previous 4-year old Vetta SL ti;
- It became even more comfy since i performed a little surgical operation
(a longitudinal cut along the plastic undershell);
- It seems to be undestructible (6-months of almost every-day riding and it´s
still shining new - i use a roadie-type seat cover on wet rides).I just love it a little less because it´s just not as comfortable (and light) as my other bike´s seat - a 3-year Vetta TriShock Vanadium; this Vetta one is much better on very long rides (more padding).Anyway, the SERFAS still rates very high (price, looks, durability). Infortunately it doesn´t seem to have crossed the Atlantic over to Europe, or at least to this country of mine (Portugal), which means that i am probably the only proud owner of one in the entire country (envy !! envy !!) ... | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Doug
a cross-country rider
from Fort Collins, CO
Date Reviewed: February 24, 1998 | | Bottom Line: |
I recently bought this seat to replace my Flite Ti that I have had for two years. The Flite was a great seat but it was getting worn and ripped in the corners. I bought the Serfas because of the kevlar corners and the cool red glitter cover. I have found it to be a very comfortable seat, more comfortable than my old Flite, and it is easier to move around on during technical rides. 5 chilis for a comfortable, great looking, light, and durable seat! | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Jason Bickel
a weekend warrior
from West Des Moines, IA
Date Reviewed: February 23, 1998 | | Bottom Line: |
Recently bought the kevlar, titanium rail version with a very cool looking red sparkle cover like the old Schwinn bananna seats. Very nice. It's a little thinner than my old San Marco, but just about as comfortable, and much easier to get off the rear. The dip of the nose is nice to prevent rammin' yourself, but isn't as drastic (and ugly) as the WTB SST saddle. Excellent saddle. | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Dinny Hurwitz
a cross-country rider
from Switzerland
Date Reviewed: January 25, 1998 | | Bottom Line: |
I have never used one of your saddles. I thought I was asking for product information, and you have picked me up and quoted me as a satisfied user. I don't understand your system. What do I have to do to get product information from you? Your machine is now refusing my text, 'cause it's less than 50 words. Can you be contacted? | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Rob
a racer
from Iowa
Date Reviewed: January 15, 1998 | | Bottom Line: |
This is a really cool seat. It is a nice texture on flat stuff but the crossbow works great for bumps. I'm glad I got it, especially for $15 brand new. a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a 50 ias too much | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Brian
a weekend warrior
from New Jersey
Date Reviewed: November 27, 1997 | | Bottom Line: |
I bought the Kevlar ARC several weeks ago and I love it. The saddle takes
a lot of the punsihment away from the bod. Light, durable and real comfortable.
Great all around seat. | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Dinny HURWITZ
a racer
from switzerland
Date Reviewed: November 9, 1997 | | Bottom Line: |
appropriate saddle for rides of 40 to 60 miles on paved and country roads | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Laurel
a cross-country rider
from Denver, Colorado
Date Reviewed: November 3, 1997 | | Bottom Line: |
I saw this amazing seat (Serfas Tailbone for women) and knew i had to have it. It has a strategically-placed hole (ladies: you know just what I mean) that looked like such a good idea that it had to be comfortable. It is just as comfortable as it looks. I do lots of long XC rides, and I don't even need biking shorts anymore. The new design is the key to the seat's comfort, but the gel is really comfy on your butt, too. Do yourself, and your sex life, a big favor & BUY THIS SEAT!!! | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Tim
a cross-country rider
from Melbourne FL
Date Reviewed: September 25, 1997 | | Bottom Line: |
I bought a Serfas Dual Density ARC about 3 months ago, the seat is incredibly comfortable! Theo only problem was the kevlar was coming unstiched. I called Serfas and they sent me a replacement right away! Kudos to the seat and customer service..Something that is rare to find these days! | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
chris
a cross-country rider
from Ont., Canada
Date Reviewed: September 23, 1997 | | Bottom Line: |
Light, durable, good price, moderately comfortable, looks good and performs very well all round. What more can be said? | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Alan
a cross-country rider
from Houston, Texas
Date Reviewed: September 19, 1997 | | Bottom Line: |
SERFAS TAILBONES FS-243 FULL-SUSPENSION SADDLE UPDATEThis saddle is very different from most Serfas saddles because it is designed to be the most comfortable saddle possible, not the lightest. The unique aspect of the FS-243 is that the top of the seat shell has been replaced by a soft mattress supported by nine small springs. Unlike some similar designs, the soft mattress extends all the way to the nose of the saddle. This means that when you hit a rock or a hole, there is no hard shell under the padding to make painful contact with your tender parts. Two strong coil springs support the entire saddle and soak up the big hits without any bobbing or sag on smooth surfaces.I discovered after posting my 9-15-97 review that this exact same model is sold at some shops as the VELO VL-243 Webspring plus Coil Spring saddle for $25 to $30, a bargain for the amount of comfort this design delivers. | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Alan
a cross-country rider
from Houston, Texas
Date Reviewed: September 15, 1997 | | Bottom Line: |
Serfas currently sells about sixteen different saddles. The reason some riders love their Serfas saddle and others hate theirs may have to do with correctly matching the right saddle to the unique needs of each rider. The Serfas ratings page is being used to rate a very wide range of saddle types, and some raters are not specific about which model they are rating or their riding style..I needed a saddle that could soak up the bumps and ruts and allow me to stay seated when I am tired of standing. I don't care at all about speed or weight. My three priorities for a saddle are comfort, comfort and comfort.The Serfas Tailbones Full-Suspension Neu-Gel saddle model FS-243, with a lycra cover, is just what I needed. The center of the seat shell has been removed and replaced with a soft hammock of lycra covered gel, suspended on nine small cross-springs. The rider's pelvic bones are supported by a flexible half-moon shaped shell covered with moderately firm gel that conforms to the rider's shape. The crotch area meets only the soft hammock. The entire saddle is further suspended on two heavy duty springs that remain inactive on a smooth trail, yet effectively soak up the shock when the bike hits a rough spot, with up to half an inch of travel..The lycra cover does not appear to be intended for heavy duty abuse, but the $25 to $30 cost of the saddle makes it affordable to replace the saddle when the cover gets too ragged. Compare the $30 price to the cost of a suspension post!I do not think that anyone who rides the Serfas Tailbones Full-Suspension Neu-Gel saddle for a month on rough surfaces will ever be tempted to go back to a non-suspension saddle. A solid four peppers. | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
mitch
a weekend warrior
from Brooklyn
Date Reviewed: September 13, 1997 | | Bottom Line: |
I bought the Serfas Arc last year and still have the damn thing.if you are
talking about durability, this thing is bombproof,dude..but for comfort
this bastard sucks big..It's hard as a rock,man. I'll try a different saddle
in the future...Later | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Paul Dvaid
a cross-country rider
from NH
Date Reviewed: September 5, 1997 | | Bottom Line: |
I just bought this saddle a month ago, and I really like it. I can also say that it is one of the toughest seats I can think of. The other day...last Saturday...I drove through an ATM with my bikes on the roof. The saddle hit the roof on one of the bikes and just clean broke the seatpost in half. It was a Control Tech Ultra Lite seatpost and the saddle is the Regular Kevlar ARC saddle with Ti rails. The saddles plastic section just popped off the rails. With a little leverage I was able to pop those back in, buy a new post and ride for the day. Only sign of the crash is the white paint on the rails! | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Ray
a cross-country rider
from Amherst, MA
Date Reviewed: September 5, 1997 | | Bottom Line: |
The Serfas Dual Density Saddle is wicked comfortable and looks way cool.
So far mine is holding up very well to heavy use. | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
DA MAN
a cross-country rider
from VA
Date Reviewed: August 8, 1997 | | Bottom Line: |
I luv it!!!!SUPA comfy,cheap,light.The kevlar holds up great. After 5 months of use, it looks 5 years old. OH well. | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Scott Pattillo
a weekend warrior
from Marlton, NJ
Date Reviewed: August 7, 1997 | | Bottom Line: |
The Dual Density Pro is a great saddle. Super comfortable even on the long rides. The shell gives to pressure nicely. The red sparkle cover w/ kevlar
edges wins on the style points! All this for $50. | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
kul
a weekend warrior
from tx
Date Reviewed: August 7, 1997 | | Bottom Line: |
I, too, like this saddle. More comfortable than my San Marco techno dynamica. Kevlar and Ti rails for a good price. | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Eric
a weekend warrior
from PA
Date Reviewed: August 6, 1997 | | Bottom Line: |
Nice saddle, won't make your T'aint sore. The kevlar hide keeps ya in place, looks cool, cleans up easily. Go get one! | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Ben
a weekend warrior
from Newton, MA
Date Reviewed: August 5, 1997 | | Bottom Line: |
SERFAS DUAL DENSITYThis is a very comfortable saddle with a relatively narrow profile for moving around on it. Not the best handcraftmanship but priced reasonably. | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Linda Sharkey
a cross-country rider
from Howell , NJ
Date Reviewed: August 3, 1997 | | Bottom Line: |
I put a Serfas Tailbone gel saddle on my 2 new mountain bike and they are
both falling apart. I am very unhappy with Serfas' bike seats. I found them
uncomfortable on long rides and they are very poorly made. I would like to
contact Serfas with my complant. Can some one help me with the address or
phone#. | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Jerry Smith
a weekend warrior
from Huntsville,AL
Date Reviewed: July 31, 1997 | | Bottom Line: |
I hate this seat!! !@#$%^&* It hits my ass every time I start to mount. Yes I lowered it and pointed it down.If the seat was an inch shorter it would rule.
It does ride well once you get in the saddle. | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Paul
a cross-country rider
from
Date Reviewed: July 26, 1997 | | Bottom Line: |
Extreme comfort and high performance. Bang for the buck. | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Bryan
a racer
from
Date Reviewed: July 25, 1997 | | Bottom Line: |
This thing is like a couch compared to my SDG. My butt is my friend again. Ti rails, real leather, and kevlar for $70. How can you go wrong? | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
David Poon
a weekend warrior
from Vancouver, BC, Canada
Date Reviewed: July 19, 1997 | | Bottom Line: |
I've replaced my stock Selle San Marco Strada Hi-Pro saddle with the Serfas Dual Density Tailbones and the difference in comfort in unreal! Previously, I will have a sore butt after a long ride, but having installed the Tailbones, my trail and road ride is now as smooth as silk. I highly recommend this inexpensive seat as replacement to stock hard rock saddles that come with most bikes. | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Nick
a weekend warrior
from Adelaide, Australia
Date Reviewed: July 1, 1997 | | Bottom Line: |
The Dual Density, as the name suggests is a way comfy seat. The kevlar reinforcing should go all the way around the back end of the seat though as this is a high impact area as well as the protruding corners ... I learnt this the hard way when I ripped the back of mine open on a large rock patch ... nothing a bit of fishing line couldn't fix! I'd recommend this seat to anyone who spends a good portion of there daze with their ass in a saddle. | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
James Carroll
a cross-country rider
from Austin, TX
Date Reviewed: July 1, 1997 | | Bottom Line: |
I have owned two of these saddles and I've been happy with their performance. They are more durable than a leather saddle, but not quite as durable as I expected. They have a tendancy to unglue at the rear and the new ones with two materials tend to rip at the joint between the materials. However these problems seem to occur long after a leather saddle would have looked like toast.
Comfort is good, they are stiff but fit me well. The price is great though, for $50 for a Ti rail saddle they are hard to beat.
One problem with them is that the kevlar is not water proof, and if you sweat a lot they tend to absorb the moisture and after a while can get pretty smelly.
All in all a good saddle though, at a great price. | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Markus
a
from weekend warrior
Date Reviewed: April 28, 1997 | | Bottom Line: |
I replaced a Vetta Tri TT with this seat. No comparison, this seat looks better, has better covering and is WAY more comfortable. What more can you ask in a seat.
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Submitted by
marc
a cross-country rider
from Gainesville, FL
Date Reviewed: April 27, 1997 | | Bottom Line: |
Great saddle, and I can honestly say that since it is my third in about a year.The first was a Ti Performance. The leather scratched very easily, the padding
was nonexistant, and the ti rails snapped after about a year.The second was a Bontrager C20. The leather held up, but it was very uncomfortable (and my butt kept sliding off), the cromo rails bent after a crash, so I had the replace it.The Serfas ARC has held up great after about two months of riding. The Kevlar
cover it very durable, the stitching keeps my butt in place, its light, and even comfortable...what else could I ask for. | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Swaney
a weekend warrior
from Geelong, Australia
Date Reviewed: April 26, 1997 | | Bottom Line: |
I brought an serfas ARC about 6 months ago and its CRAP, the leather is fading and all the stiching is coming apart. Theres no way I would by this SHIT again put in a few extra $$$$ and get an SDG. I give it 2 chillis because it is quite comfortable. | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
ryan moore galluzzo
a racer
from New England
Date Reviewed: April 24, 1997 | | Bottom Line: |
Very cool looking, EXTREMELY durable, comfortable? well...they say a butt can get used to almost anything after a while - it's not too bad. The Kevlar cover doesn't catch on shorts either, I can really slide around on it. It's not perfect, but it comes as close as any other saddle. | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Brian
a downhiller
from San Diego, CA
Date Reviewed: April 17, 1997 | | Bottom Line: |
This seat is a champ. After replacing my gel seat with this there is no comparison. I will never ride another seat again. It's light, comes in keen colors, and is bulletproof! Definately 5 chilies. | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
john
a weekend warrior
from newport news Va
Date Reviewed: April 4, 1997 | | Bottom Line: |
after breaking 3 other saddles i drop the dough on a serfas. this is the best seat i have owned. very light and strong. | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
john
a cross-country rider
from santa cruz, CA
Date Reviewed: April 1, 1997 | | Bottom Line: |
I bought a Serfas Dual Density seat with titanium rails, and all i have to say is that this seat is the best seat i have ever owned, it is light, cool looking, durable, and really comfortable, its a bit pricey but its well worth the money, buy one! :) | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
chris barry
a weekend warrior
from prince george,b.c. Canada
Date Reviewed: March 30, 1997 | | Bottom Line: |
I run the serfas tailbones seat and I just have one thing to say, IT RIPS!!!.
It is the most comfortable seat Ihave ever had plus it looks good too.
5 peppas! | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Phil R.
a weekend warrior
from Des Moines, IA
Date Reviewed: March 16, 1997 | | Bottom Line: |
Light and comfortable ... and no risk of a sliding butt in tough conditions. Well worth the money spent. Oh yeah, and it looks way cool. | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Nate
a cross-country rider
from Provo Utah
Date Reviewed: February 23, 1997 | | Bottom Line: |
Sweetest saddles in the world. They are sooooo comfy, yet they weigh about the same as the flite, and other ultralights. | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Ray Archacki
a cross-country rider
from Wethersfield, CT
Date Reviewed: February 14, 1997 | | Bottom Line: |
I have the serfas gel seat seat with suspension springs. It weighs in under two pounds, but the gel seat is available without spring and suspension which takes off a good pound or so. After riding the sore-butt vetta, I was amazed at how comfortable this seat was. A back to back comparison really lets you appreciate this seat seat! I have had no problems with it yet either. The only thing is when it gets dirty the springs get a little clogged and don't work as well but it is easy to clean. There is a noticeable difference when you have suspension, but if you don't want the extra weight, you can get it w/o susp. All long distance riders should enjoy it's wideness and softness. It's only $25 also. I wouldn't recommend it to short distance racers though. Great seat- I give it 5! | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Rob M
a weekend warrior
from Va Beach Va
Date Reviewed: February 8, 1997 | | Bottom Line: |
After giving up in digust on the Vetta line. I switched to the Crossbow ARC. Overall I'm pleased. It's quite comfortable but I might be a bit light to get full advantage from the crossbow flex. The dual density is great too (wife rides one) but I'm not sure how well the dual density technology works on the narrower, men's models. As for the rails and cover, They're simply great! | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Randall
a weekend warrior
from San Pedro, CA
Date Reviewed: February 3, 1997 | | Bottom Line: |
I was first introduced to the Serfas line when my wife needed a more comfortable mountain bike saddle and we got her the model called the Dual Density for women. She was ready to quit riding until we found this saddle, what a world of difference.
After trying several different saddles myself over the past ten years and riding and racing on the Flite Titanium, I thought Ihad found the perfect saddle for me on my mountain bike. Well after several major get offs and a few minor ones to boot my faithful Flite saddle had been taped up and bent back a few to many times, I went in search for a new one. Being the type of person to try something different at least once, I bought the newly introduced Sefas Dual Density Pro Series model. Along with the bright yellow color and the kelar skin (wihch works great after several mishaps without a tear in sight!) titanium rails and drop nose, I now believe I have found the ultimate saddle for under $70.00 | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
mike
a racer
from fl
Date Reviewed: January 25, 1997 | | Bottom Line: |
this seat is more comfortable than an sdg by far. this seat kicks ass
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