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Mike1237
a Cross Country RiderDate Reviewed: April 5, 2013
Strengths: Very comfortable/Relatively Light WeightWeaknesses: None so far. I guess I wish the fabric was leather instead of synthetic. Whatever?Bottom Line: I think this is a great saddle for the money. If you look hard enough you can usually find them for under $70 online. For me this saddle is cushy enough to ride all day on. Before I had this I was using a WTB Silverado SLT saddle which is an ultralight race saddle. It's pretty comfy, but beyond 20 miles or so on my bike I start having to stand to relieve the hot spots for short periods. I got the pro v to use as my everyday non race/training saddle and I'm really happy with it. It's plenty comfortable for most mildly conditioned bikers to use for long rides . I don't get sore at all and it makes riding all that much more pleasurable. It's durable enough for the cross country trail and cushy enough for long road rides. As for me I'll keep this on my bike almost full time and swap out for the lighter Silverado on race day. There would be nothing wrong with racing the pro v however. If your looking for a versatile saddle that's durable, relatively light, comfortable and doesn't break the bank this is it. I did notice another user did not post a favorable review for it's durability in consideration of downhill conditions. I can't speak to downhill but for for any cross country trail riding I'm certain this seat would be fine for for anyone 250 pounds or under in rugged cross country conditions.
Favorite Trail: Potowatami
Duration Product Used: 2 Seasons
Price Paid:
$70.00
Purchased At: Jenson
Similar Products Used: Speacialized Phenom and WTB Silverado
Bike Setup: Niner MCR
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aknoefel
a Cross Country Rider
from San Francisco Bay AreaDate Reviewed: July 17, 2010
Strengths: The curved profile offers multiple seating positions, preventing sore spots. The drop-downb nore prevents snags when climbing.Bottom Line: Finally a saddle that works for me! Other test rides left sore spots, but this one fits by behind like a second skin. Cormy on long climbs, single track, etc,...
Favorite Trail: Saratoga Gap
Duration Product Used: Tested or demo'ed only
Price Paid:
$80.00
Purchased At: Passion Trail Bikes
Similar Products Used: WTB Devo, WTB Vigo, Specialized Henge, Specialized Rival
Bike Setup: 2007 Giant Trance 1 with Elixir CR's 208/185 brake upgrade.
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Uncle Six Pack
a Weekend Warrior
from Bloomsburg, PA, USADate Reviewed: June 24, 2010
Strengths: comfortable, pretty durable, got really good prices on ebay by being patientWeaknesses: noneBottom Line: Great seat, no complaints. They have gotten some wear around the edges, but seem pretty durable otherwise.
Duration Product Used: More than 3 years
Price Paid:
$25.00
Purchased At: ebay
Similar Products Used: specialized
Bike Setup: One pure V on my Specialized Hardrock and another on my SX Trail
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Norco_Hitter
a Weekend WarriorDate Reviewed: February 6, 2010
Strengths: ComfortableWeaknesses: NiCro tubular rail are very weakBottom Line: Don’t buy this saddle! It lasted three days on my DH bike before the rails were totally bent and the saddle tad totally changed shape. The NiCro tubular rail are very weak (shame on you WTB) and bend in no time. This was not my fault at all. I weight 200 lbs
Favorite Trail: Hell Rajd, Åre Sweden
Duration Product Used: Less than 1 month
Purchased At: CRC
Similar Products Used: WTB Lazer Cr rails, Fizik Gobi XM, SDG Bel Air
Bike Setup: Scott Gambler DH 10
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mojavehanna
a Cross Country Rider
from Las Vegas, NV. USADate Reviewed: January 27, 2009
Strengths: Comfy, good quality, looks good, fairly light.Weaknesses: has a slight "creak".Bottom Line: This is a good seat for the money. It could be a little longer overall, but if your looking for a narrow high performance saddle that you can still actually ride for a few hours at a time look no further. I like this seat because it is narrow and I can slide off the back of the bike without hanging up on the seat. I also like the Kevlar side bumpers that keep the seat from tearing the first time you fall over. The quality seems to be decent and the durability good as well. Bottom line, a good seat for the money.
Duration Product Used: 3 months
Price Paid:
$60.00
Purchased At: Bluesky Bikes
Similar Products Used: I have used lots of seats in my day.
Bike Setup: GT LTS
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diamondback_hardtail
a Cross Country Rider
from Cincinnati, OH U.S.ADate Reviewed: September 27, 2008
Strengths: nice comfortable feel once adjustedWeaknesses: Has a tendency to start hurting after you have been stationary in it for 10+ milesBottom Line: Not the most comfortable saddle out there but definately bang for your buck.
Duration Product Used: 1 Year
Purchased At: came on bike
Bike Setup: '08 Diamondback Response Sport
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Brett
a Cross Country Rider
from Long Beach, Ca.Date Reviewed: July 30, 2008
Strengths: comfortableWeaknesses: noneBottom Line: For the price this is a durable and comfortable saddle.
Favorite Trail: All
Duration Product Used: More than 3 years
Price Paid:
$40.00
Purchased At: Price point
Similar Products Used: Have this saddle on all 4 of my mountain bikes.
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Hektor
a Cross Country Rider
from OrlandoDate Reviewed: April 22, 2008
Strengths: Good materials, design, and constructionWeaknesses: None at allBottom Line: As with all WTB products I've tried they got this one right too. It's the most comfortable saddle I've ridden by a long shot. The drop nose design, dimensions and everything about this saddle fit me perfectly. Obviously saddles are a personal thing, but I doubt I could ever be lured away from this one. Built well, designed well, looks good too.
Favorite Trail: Most Anything
Duration Product Used: Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$90.00
Purchased At: Internet
Similar Products Used: Serfas, Bontrager, and others I've forgotten
Bike Setup: Highly Modified Trek 8000
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Johnny
a Weekend Warrior
from Billings, MtDate Reviewed: April 9, 2008
Strengths: Very comfortable. Narrow, race-type nose that doesn't interfere with pedaling. Wider aft section, way more comfortable for pedaling long single track.Weaknesses: None so far. Some talk of the stitching rubbing on inner thighs in these lines of saddles, but I've been on it a couple weeks with no signs of this.Bottom Line: Excellent seat for the money. I couldn't see spending the $200+ dollars for titanium. The Fat Possum is a heftier bike anyway, I'm not concerned about grams here and there. I'm a bit of a clydesdale, and the narrow race seats kill me on longer days in the saddle. On my first trip out on this seat it was a noticeable difference. time will tell about durability, but I am happy with the design for sure.
Favorite Trail: Zimmerman
Duration Product Used: Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$50.00
Purchased At: Ebay
Similar Products Used: Bontrager Select, Serfas RX
Bike Setup: fisher fat possum, mainly stock, changed pedals, tires, and saddle
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Dan0
a Cross Country Rider
from Nashua, NH USADate Reviewed: January 22, 2008
Strengths: comfort, strengthWeaknesses: noneBottom Line: this is the best saddle Ive ever used
Favorite Trail: sidewinder
Duration Product Used: 1 Year
Price Paid:
$80.00
Similar Products Used: too many to list
Bike Setup: rip9
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