Submitted by
Johnny RC
a All Mountain Rider
from Billings, Mt
Date Reviewed: February 27, 2012
Strengths: Light, Comfortable, Shorter overall, so less snags with baggy shorts, but still very comfortable.
Weaknesses: Minimal padding, proly not a good idea to ride without chamois on this. High dollar, but it comes across Chainlove now and then.
Bottom Line:
I was sceptical of this saddle, because it is so minimal, but it is actually really great. I replaced a WTB Pure V with the Devo, and glad I did. It's shorter, but still wide, and VERY light, and over the 2 hour rides I do, I have had less numbness with this. Also, I am a smaller rider, right on the cusp of Small and Medium frames, depending on brand, and this seat fits the shorter cockpit ALOT better. I have alot less snag issues with the nose on this seat. It's only been a month, but it seems to be solidly built, and all leather, so should stand up to my AM riding on my Titus El Guapo just fine. I picked it up on clearance, so took a chance.
If you find one on sale, pick it up and give it a try. It may surprise you.
Similar Products Used: WTB Pure V, Bontrager select
Bike Setup: Titus El Guapo, RS Sektor, RP23, otherwise mostly Race Face and Truvativ/SRAM components.
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Submitted by
Indytim
a Cross Country Rider
from Springfield, MO
Date Reviewed: July 30, 2010
Strengths: Very supportive in the right places (seatbones), but nice breakaway for thigh clearance. Also compliant in the front. Lightweight, firm seat that's good for hours in the saddle on either my road bike or my 29er.
Weaknesses: Um, they're not free?
Bottom Line:
This is a great seat for me and I use it across all of my bikes. But it may not fit for you -- it could carry 5 stars and still be a lousy fit for someone. Spend the time, try a bunch of seats to find the right one. They all fit a little differently.
Similar Products Used: I've tried about 10 different seats, including fizik, Terry Ti Fly, Serfas, etc. This is the only seat that works for me. I had it on my mountain bike, and was looking for something for my road bike. After 1.5 hours in a fitting session at my LBS, they finally suggested I go home and try my Devo on my road bike. I loved it, won't go back.
Bike Setup: Paragon 29er with everything upgraded: SRAM X0, full RaceFace, etc etc.
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Submitted by
JeffS
a Cross Country Rider
from Raleigh, NC
Date Reviewed: September 27, 2009
Strengths: Comfortable. Good thigh clearance, Thin but dense padding.
Weaknesses: The leather cover is not as durable as some synthetics. The short and thin nose makes balancing with your thighs more difficult. I didn't notice until I put it on my road bike and tried to ride no-handed. This is a non-issue for the trails.
Bottom Line:
For me, this is the best saddle I've ever ridden. I ride it on the trails, on my daily commuter, and road bikes. Maybe I'd like a larger nose, but maybe it would take away something.
There's obviously a number of fans out there because ebay prices remain pretty high.
Similar Products Used: 30+ saddles including WTB, fizik, bontrager, brooks, etc.
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Submitted by
winsail
a Cross Country Rider
from Soquel
Date Reviewed: July 30, 2009
Strengths: Great saddle, minimal padding but much more comfortable than heavily padded seats. This saddle keeps my butt from going numb on long rides. Best I've ever ridden
Weaknesses: Graphics rub off fast. Not really an issue
Bottom Line:
Great saddle, Lightweight, comfortable, I ride at least 5 days a week and this saddle saves my butt. I would buy another.
Similar Products Used: Other WTB and Bontrager saddles
Bike Setup: 2008 Giant Trance X2 2008
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Submitted by
RobXC
a Cross Country Rider
from Baltimore
Date Reviewed: June 27, 2009
Strengths: Light and comfortable
Weaknesses: I guess not cheap, but I got mine for free.
Bottom Line:
After an unfortunate encounter with a clearance sign that took the life of my old WTB our local rep threw me this beauty. It definitely is hard, but after hours of ridding I am as comfortable as when I started. Maybe its a good thing that clearance sign took my old saddle out...
Submitted by
mahshroom
a Weekend Warrior
from Evergreen Stae
Date Reviewed: February 27, 2009
Strengths: Light, Good support, just enough flex and pad, but not too much that it'll give you a sore rear
Weaknesses: saddle outer layer is prone to quick wear and tear
Bottom Line:
This saddle was purchased to replace my WTB rocket V because it was slightly wider. In first few 13 mile rides I noticed much improved comfort over Rocket V, that story ends there as my rear started to numb. The saddle is still too narrow for me and my seat bone boarders the edges of the saddle. If the width was right it'd make a comfortable saddle as it is not overly padded like many saddles out there. It gives just enough flex and pad to give feeling of a B17 leather saddle (trust me, nothing beats brooks saddle!!!). Would be a perfect racing saddle for those spend less time on the saddle. The cover material can be more durable as mine is wearing from shafting from only 1 season of use. I am going to save for another B17.
After trying at least a dozen other light weight seats this one is the best for me, by far. It's a few millimeters wider than most racing-oriented seats, which fits my arse just right. There's not a lot of padding, but the seat base itself is rather compliant, allowing just the right amount of "give".
Submitted by
J.S.
a Cross Country Rider
from Europe
Date Reviewed: March 24, 2008
Strengths: flexible shell and rail, very light
Weaknesses: too hard padding
Bottom Line:
Altogether good saddle but with my earlier experience is Devo worst saddle i ever used. After firs short ride i like this. If i ride three hours or more i have a problem to find right position. For me is too hard.
Strengths: A bit wider than most. flatter from side to side and front to back.
Weaknesses: No available scuff protection for the corners; it's not really marketed as an off-road saddle. It tends to 'sack out' a little
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Best saddle(s) I've ever owned. I require a wider saddle and the Devo/Deva(don't be scared of the Deva. it's the same width and shape but has a VERY firm bit of gel inside. It's difficult to tell which one you're on) models fit my wider hips and keep the pressure away from the important bits. The rear of the saddle is very flat and I think that's the key to comfort. I also bought it because it looks quite flat from nose to tail, but with use, it develops some sag and more'saddle' to it. I do wish it stayed flatter because I have to point the nose up a bit in order to keep the rear seating portion of the saddle flat. Fairly minor complaint, though; like I said, it's the best I've ever tried.
Submitted by
John
a Cross Country Rider
from Tucson, AZ
Date Reviewed: November 25, 2007
Strengths: Comfort and durability, reasonably light.
Weaknesses: none so far.
Bottom Line:
For me, this is the most comfortable saddle I have owned (and I have ridden on a lot). I use them on my road and mountain bike and can't be happier. They are a little pricey, but you can find screaming deals on them at Performance once in a while.
Similar Products Used: Selle Italia SLR, WTB Rocket V Stealth, Selle San Marco Aspide
Bike Setup: Fisher Ferrous 29 SS, Casati Monza SLX roadie, IRO Mark V fixie
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Submitted by
pipo-kun
a Cross Country Rider
from Canberra
Date Reviewed: October 30, 2007
Strengths: This is a review of the Ti model.
This is a very light saddle. It was an OEM saddle on some high end Giant. I found it in the local bike store bargain bin.
It was very hard at first and I though I that wasted my mone. But after two rides it was very compliant (or I got used to it!). Now I would not swap it for anything else.
This is as comfy as a Rocket V but a bit lighter (and better looking IMO).
Weaknesses: Graphics rub off quickly. Take a little time to wear in.
Can't find another one for this price.
Bottom Line:
This is THE BEST saddle I have ever used. I have experienced numbness with all the others (except the Vetta and other WTB).
I highly recommend this saddle for comfort, light weight (205g) and wear. it is the best of all worlds.
Bike Setup: Ibis Mojo Carbon. 2007 XTR derailleurs. Easton XC One Wheelset. Thomson stem and seatpost. Hayes HFX-9 Carbon disc brakes. 2007 XTR pedals.
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Submitted by
Forest
a Cross Country Rider
from Boulder, CO, USA
Date Reviewed: July 30, 2007
Strengths: Short saddle with low profile.
Weaknesses: None
Bottom Line:
Great seat for smaller riders! I'm 5'8" and 150lbs. This seat is super comfortable and easy to get around for tough climbing sections and for steep downhill sections. I find that I can slide on it without feeling too slippery, and stick to it when that's required. It's a fine saddle!!!