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John
a Date Reviewed: May 1, 2012
Strengths: Comfortable . Came stock on a Stumpjumper Elite. Felt good with no break in at all. Seat cover holds up real well.Weaknesses: Broke in half at just about 1 year of use, right through the carbon reinforced base pan. Seat cover and foam still intact.Bottom Line: I would buy another. This is the only saddle I have ever had fail (about 8 different saddles through the years). I figure it's a fluke defect. I'm hoping the Specialized warranty covers it.
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WhoaThere
a Weekend Warrior
from new ringgold, pa, usaDate Reviewed: March 4, 2012
Strengths: Comfortable. Looks good. Very well-made.Weaknesses: NoneBottom Line: After trying dozens of Saddles over the years I've finally realized it's NOT ABOUT PADDING--it's about SHAPE. This Saddle feels very firm, and yet it's very comfortable. Reading reviews of Saddles is mostly a waste of time--the only valid criterion is: does your butt match the shape of the saddle. Fortunately my LBS has a Henge-loaner, and I only had to ride a short distance to realize this was the right saddle for me. My advice: Try before you buy.
Favorite Trail: does anyone really care
Duration Product Used: 3 months
Price Paid:
$85.00
Purchased At: LBS
Similar Products Used: Tried almost every one
Bike Setup: Using for MTB and Road: Fuji Outland RC and Trek Madone
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kzeiszler
a Cross Country Rider
from Bismarck, NDDate Reviewed: August 1, 2011
Strengths: So comfy, light, looks greatWeaknesses: priceBottom Line: I will be honest I used this on a road bike but it was my favorite saddle of all times even on all day rides my butt never hurt. I dont know about trails but in my opinion great saddle.
Favorite Trail: ma da hey
Duration Product Used: More than 3 years
Price Paid:
$80.00
Purchased At: epic
Similar Products Used: all city, indy xc
Bike Setup: 80's prelude
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Devastazione
a Cross Country Rider
from Sardinia-ItalyDate Reviewed: February 19, 2011
Strengths: amazing comfort and gripWeaknesses: not sure if the rubber will last long/white color not the best choice for offroad stuff...Bottom Line: I own 2 other fancy carbon bikes that both came with what is today considered the best bike saddle on the market,the mighty Fizik Gobi XM,a very good saddle that pales in comparison with the Henge.
During the first rides I had to stop multiple times to check if everything was ok with the shock as the whole thing was way to soft and comfy. Amazing saddle bar none !! I'm gonna buy a black one for my black Lapierre X control,I don't care if the USA brand may look bla on my posh french rig.
Duration Product Used: Less than 1 month
Purchased At: came with the bike
Bike Setup: Specy SJ Elite FSR 2011
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Hill-Pumper
a Cross Country Rider
from OregonDate Reviewed: December 28, 2010
Strengths: Does not snag on anythingWeaknesses: UncomfortableBottom Line: I gave this a good solid chance, but in the end it just was not a comfortable seat for me. I never really noticed it much while riding, but afterward I always felt it. I had my LBS do the whole seat fitting with the Specialized gauge to make sure it was the right size, so that was not the problem. No matter how I placed this saddle, it just did not work.Also, padded shorts are a must to even think about using this thing. I switched to a WTB Rocket V Race and all is well.
Favorite Trail: Chuffed
Duration Product Used: 3 months
Price Paid:
$85.00
Purchased At: Peak Sports
Similar Products Used: WTB Rocket V Race
Bike Setup: 2010 Specialized Stumpjumper Comp 29, mostly original
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aknoefel
a Cross Country Rider
from San Francisco Bay AreaDate Reviewed: July 4, 2010
Strengths: The rounded back helps when you slide back on steep downhills to come back up.Weaknesses: After 45 minutes I had cramps and sore spots and needed to get off the bike and stretchBottom Line: Very uncomfortable, even though this saddle is supposed to be the one with more padding then lighter models.
Favorite Trail: Saratoga Gap
Duration Product Used: Tested or demo'ed only
Similar Products Used: Specialized Rival, WTB Vigo, WTB Pure-V
Bike Setup: Giant Trance 1
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mcjosh13
a Weekend Warrior
from Ft Lauderdale,Fl,USADate Reviewed: June 29, 2010
Strengths: Extreme comfort, Tapered back doesn't get caught on baggy MB shorts, Perfect amount of padding, Stiff, Supports sit bones perfectleyWeaknesses: None yetBottom Line: The best saddle I've ever tried. Feels extremely stable, easy to maneuver around and very comfortable. Make sure to get it sized properly to your sit bones.
Duration Product Used: Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$85.00
Similar Products Used: WTB laser, Stock Bontrager Saddle
Bike Setup: Trek Fuel EX 8
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dromond
a Cross Country Rider
from Northampton, MA, USADate Reviewed: April 21, 2010
Strengths: Excellent shape. Snag free. Extremely comfortable. Relatively lightweight.Weaknesses: Maybe price. But then again I'm pretty cheap.Bottom Line: This is the most comfortable saddle I've ever ridden. I use the 143mm width as recommended by the Specialized sit bone measuring device. I've had a ton of saddle discomfort over the years and so for this thing has been a dream.
Duration Product Used: Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$80.00
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bowhuntermac
a Weekend Warrior
from Fruita, CoDate Reviewed: April 2, 2010
Strengths: Seat was light and the rounded back was snag-proof.Weaknesses: Was like riding on a rock. After 30 minutes I was ready to take my chances with the seatpost for the rest of the ride.Bottom Line: Looks good, ergonomics look like they would be great for sliding behind the saddle without snagging, etc., but even adjusting the saddle several times I just could not find a sweet spot where it was comfortable for more than a few minutes riding. My taint is still killing me! Overall looks like a great idea but the saddle is stiff as hell and does not cut it for long rides in rough terrain.
Favorite Trail: 18 Road trail system
Duration Product Used: Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$80.00
Purchased At: LBS
Similar Products Used: Specialized Indie, Enduro
Bike Setup: Specialized Pitch Pro, stck except for pedals, grips, and saddle.
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