Based on our top of the line S-Works saddle, the Pro has added cushioning for the comfort seeker, long distance rider as well as the racer. High-performance meets high-comfort in a performance saddle that's light, but packed with our BodyGeometry technology.
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Simon Davis
a Cross Country Rider
from Yackandandah Australia Date Reviewed: February 16, 2004
Favorite Trail:
rowdy flat
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Purchased At:
came with enduro
Strengths:
Light looks nice
Weaknesses:
For my backside it was the most uncomfortable saddle I have ever used.Too narrow and the ridges are trying to solve a problem I dont have!It is starting to crack where the rail inserts .
Similar Products Used:
Older specialized saddle came w stumpjumper also too narrow but bearable. 2 WTB,CODA,Velo plush all OK.
Bike Setup:
Enduro expert.
Bottom Line:
The Enduro FSR is a brilliant bike but swap the saddle for a wider one before you leave the shop.
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Submitted by
ICEAXE
a Cross Country Rider
from Ann Arbor, MI Date Reviewed: April 20, 2003
Favorite Trail:
Poto
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$50.00
Purchased At:
Great lakes Cycle in AA
Strengths:
Kind of light, kevlar sides. Most importantly, does what it says.
Weaknesses:
Could be lighter, but @ $50m (msrp $100), I won't complain
Similar Products Used:
Just about every "Man saddle" out there
Bike Setup:
Jekyll-very upgraded
Bottom Line:
I also have y2k pro Ti bg saddle. I just bought a road bike and after trying several other saddles, I came to the conclusion that while there maybe imitators, this one's the real deal. It'll hurt if you're not used to a stiff saddle, but once it breaks in you'll be golden. Try before you buy- it doesn't hit everyone in the right place.
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Submitted by
Ryan R
a Cross Country Rider
from Long Island NY Date Reviewed: March 26, 2003
Favorite Trail:
Any Single Track Tighter The Trees The Better
Duration Product Used:
6 months
Purchased At:
Came With My Bike
Strengths:
This is a Great saddle, Very Comfortable and no tail bone numbness after long rides and that I like. The Body Geometery really works. Saddle's covering is really tough and takes a good beating, and the rils haven't twisted yet from falls at fast speeds.
Weaknesses:
None so far.
Similar Products Used:
Specilized gel saddle, serfas kevlar ( Very Uncomfortable) WTB MTB saddel Came with My Diamond Back V-link 1.2
Bike Setup:
Specailized Stumpjumper FSR XC Disc (So Minor Mods), Hety the bike is still new
Bottom Line:
I've always loved Specialized Saddles Ever since my girlfriend bought me my first (You know for the problem men can have because of bike saddles) But this was one of the best gifts she gave me and my new bike came with an even better model. I f you ride for a long period of time and get numbness get this saddle. It takes some getting use to but you won't be sorry just give yourself time to adjust to the new shape and you'll never buy another saddle from a different company again. This has to be one of Specialized greatest products to date.
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Geko toe bead
a Cross Country Rider
from UK Date Reviewed: October 17, 2002
Favorite Trail:
Not that fussy
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Purchased At:
bike store
Strengths:
Weight, looks (Body Geometry - if it really make a diff)
Weaknesses:
None so far, not too sure about the plasic "breather" part under your a$$.....looking @ specialized web site the 2003 saddle does not seam to have this.
Similar Products Used:
specialized 2002 S-works saddle
Bike Setup:
Stumpy pro FSR 2002
Bottom Line:
Great saddle! Apparently “Body Geometry” (specialized use that word a lot) is meant to help stop erectile dysfunction (which is good in my books) I would never get a bulky saddle that you find on your grandmas or little sisters bike…there is no need. If you find “race” style saddles too uncomfortable get yourself a pair of padded shorts or underwear (shorts generally have more padding) it does the job! You will never complain about a sore a$$ on long treks again :) There is also quite a lot of paddling on this saddle anyway, but for added comfort without losing the sleek look wear padded shorts, cycling has never been the same since for me! I would have given it full marks apart from the thin plasic "breather" fin thingies
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Submitted by
mike cisek
a Cross Country Rider
from Lake Forest, CA, USA Date Reviewed: September 29, 2002
Favorite Trail:
Rock-it
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$7.00
Purchased At:
Supergo
Strengths:
It's light, durable, thin, and narrow. It's light mainly because the rails are made of manganese.
Got it on a markdown madness sale at Supergo for only $7 instead of $100!!! Mine is black and orange. Good for uphills and long rides! Very light, thin and narrow, with good rails!
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Submitted by
Chris
a Cross Country Rider
from Tampa, FL Date Reviewed: August 7, 2002
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$99.00
Purchased At:
LBS
Strengths:
Narrow design, light weight, comfortable enough for long rides
Weaknesses:
A little pricey
Similar Products Used:
Terry liberator, Specialized S-works
Bike Setup:
Scalpel 800 Lefty, Sramm X.O, Hayes Disc, Easton EA-70 Flat bar, Sun DS-2 XC rims- XT & CODA Hubs, CODA Crank & BB
Bottom Line:
A great saddle. Looks great, mine is all black, light weight and quite comfortable. Tried a Terry to eliminate numbness but it didn't quite do the job. Then I had the S-works Pro on my Jekyll, it was the most uncomfortable, painful, sadistic saddle that has ever been created. The Pro has enough padding for long rides and deals with the numbness issue as well with out being too heavy. Excellent quality.
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Submitted by
vince r
a Weekend Warrior
from robbinsville nj Date Reviewed: June 26, 2002
Favorite Trail:
all of them!!
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Purchased At:
warrentied from Specialized
Strengths:
comfortable, looks great
Weaknesses:
I got this seat under warrenty from Specialized after I broke the stock one on my FSR, Then this one broke after 2 weeks of riding. Now I must say I crashed both times the seats broke but I dident get hurt too bad so that tells you how bad the crashes were. I do like this seat, it's the most comfortable thing I have ever had my ass on but I only weigh 190 lbs and even though I broke it by crashing I dont think it's very strong. But on a better note Specialized rocks there warrenty dept is the best. I am trying to get this seat replaced now!! I'll keep you posted.
Similar Products Used:
San Marco
Bike Setup:
99 FSR
Bottom Line:
I am not happy it broke after 2 weeks of riding but I did fall off a 4-5 ft ladder when it happened, maby I am crazy but I dont think it should have broken... It is very comfortable and looks great I might buy this if I couldent find any thing else I liked..
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