Strengths: Fairly comfortable, good shape, light, inexpensive.
Weaknesses: Stitching = too much grip on seat in some situations, why so much stitching? Lighter more comfortable seats out there, but for more money of course.
Bottom Line:
It's not bad, and I'd be pretty happy with this if it came on a new bike, but compared to a Fizik Gobi XM, which is to be fair much more expensive, the laser is a tiny bit heavier, less cool looking and less comfortable.
Also I'm used to saddles without stitching or much less, and the stitching seems to get in my way, that is because I like to slide around the saddle on descents and move my weight around according to the terrain.
The previous reviews say the saddle will last, and I can't argue with the durability given I haven't had much time on it, but if price is no issue, or you are an endurance rider, possibly think again.
Similar Products Used: Fizik Gobi XM, Selle Royal etc
Bike Setup: XC
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Submitted by
Gatorzman
a Weekend Warrior
from Tampa, FL, USA
Date Reviewed: December 20, 2009
Strengths: I read all the MTBR reviews on this saddle here before buying this saddle. I have over a year using this saddle since purchasing it. This is the best saddle I've ever had. There was no pain right out of the box. I can ride for many hours with no problems. Although skinny it is stable enough that I can easily ride with no hands on the trails (when needed). The stitching stayed strong with no noticeable wear until about 9 months in. Although the white stitching has started to wear thin, the pieces of the saddle haven't been affected and there is no concern it will be needed to be replaced any time soon.
Weaknesses: Stitching wearing thin
Bottom Line:
This has been a great buy for the money and I would definitely do it again.
Submitted by
friedwilly
a Weekend Warrior
from Yorktown Hts., NY USA
Date Reviewed: August 7, 2009
Strengths: Comfort, weight and finish
Weaknesses: none yet
Bottom Line:
I purchased this seat based on other reviews of the stock seats that came on my Fisher. This seat is great. It's very comfortable on long rides and no worries of bruised tail bones. Definitely a must purchase if you want a lightweight and comfortable seat.
Submitted by
Wrobo84
a Weekend Warrior
from Kalamazoo, MI, USA
Date Reviewed: February 7, 2009
Strengths: Affordability, strength, and comfort.
Weaknesses: Silk screening wore off quickly, but I'm not one to judge products on looks.
Bottom Line:
I purchased this product to replace my stock Bontrager saddle that came on my bike. The Bontrager rails bent within the first year. This saddle broke in quickly and has made long rides much more enjoyable. The rails have also withstood the abuse of my 205 lb body with all the abuse I have thrown at it. Withstands mud, water, dirt, and snow greatly.
Submitted by
Ian Hatton
a Weekend Warrior
from New Port Richey, FL
Date Reviewed: November 23, 2007
Strengths: Comfy as heck, I'm getting another one.
Weaknesses: I bent my rails.
Bottom Line:
I really do honestly love this saddle, But sadly the rails bent. I should also mention that I'm only like 160 pounds. Still, this is a really old saddle, I got it from my neighbor about 3 years ago when I bought his bike from him. It was a retired Police bike, our guestimate is that it's from 97.
5 stars for Value and 4 stars because it did bend.
Bike Setup: Kona Fire Mountain w/ 120 mm Manitou Black Platinum 120mm fork and a bunch of other upgrades.
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Michael Hooper
a Weekend Warrior
from Cayon, TX, USA
Date Reviewed: June 6, 2006
Strengths: just the right size and shape. perfect feel, not too hard or too soft. not too big or small. just the best MTB saddle i have ever used.
Weaknesses: mine split at the seem with the love channel. and the staples came undone.
Bottom Line:
i wish that it would have stayed together longer. i would like to buy another, because i loved this.... but do i want to spend a chunk of change on something that is going to just fall apart again?
Bike Setup: trek 4500 aa (hardtail) with lots of mods.
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Submitted by
Zoltan
a Cross Country Rider
from Budapest, Hungary
Date Reviewed: March 23, 2005
Strengths: Perfect shape, love channel, flexibility, weight
Weaknesses: will not last long
Bottom Line:
The first WTB saddle that is really suitable for racing, the oldschool sst was too wide at the middle. The WTB-like dropped nose is genial on the hard climbs. The love channel is a great idea that actually works. The flexibility of the seat makes the ride comfortable, but after a year or so (13 000 kms)the middle is too flexible, and if you are not sitting on the rear section (when you are climbing) it is not so comfortable any more. My Flite is 3 years old, looks disgusting but works perfectly, like a new one.
Strengths: light weight, side/corner durability, mid price range
Weaknesses: are the seams and exterior stitching really necessary, product design should rethink manufacturing to eliminate this characteristic
Bottom Line:
flexible shell in middle. rubberized cutout pocket for pern. tissue relief really works. just enough padding under sit bones. a very good value to perf rating. many of today's styles scrimp on padding just to save weight and acheive a "racer" look, this saddle is quite contrary.
Similar Products Used: turbo/bontrager/flite/slr/titanio
Bike Setup: road and mtb
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Submitted by
Tino Saloomen
a Weekend Warrior
from Granada Hills, Ca.
Date Reviewed: October 22, 2003
Strengths: Comfort, style and quality of worksmanship.
Weaknesses: None yet
Bottom Line:
After my first ride, I was amazed as to how nice this seat is. You really do get what you pay for!
It felt great. Very comfortable. I'd highly suggest purchasing one. This thing is designed very well with most riders in mind. I'm 5'11", 200lbs and this thing fits me like a glove. It must feel like a nice sofa for the lighter folks.
Strengths: Nice shape, perfect for trail riding. Plenty of padding in the right places without feeling or looking over stuffed.
Weaknesses: None so far.
Bottom Line:
Great saddle! The shape and initial sit-on-the-bike with jeans felt a little edgy after using a more rounded profile Terry saddle. But once in biking shorts and on the trail, the seat rocks! The shape is very complimentary for the climbs, bumps and descents that us mtn bikers do. It feels very stable without being obtrusive between the legs. Nice amount of padding in the right places. I'm impressed & would recommend it.
Submitted by
justin
a Weekend Warrior
from mamaroneck, ny
Date Reviewed: August 1, 2003
Strengths: Looks good
Weaknesses: CREAKS LIKE A BIATCH
Bottom Line:
The seat is noce, I dont see it a a giant improvment over the stock seat. It creaks like crazy and I get a little numb. I paid $80.00 and I should have tried it our first. If I did, I would not have bought it.
Similar Products Used: wtb sst x (never use this one) serfas arroyo (don't use this one either)
Bike Setup: 2001 big sur w/ xtr and D.I.R.T. components
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Submitted by
Evan Lerner
a Cross Country Rider
from Mount Kisco, NY, USA
Date Reviewed: March 27, 2003
Strengths: So comfy you forget about it.
Weaknesses: A little pricey
Bottom Line:
Buy this saddle. If you're tired of doing the "butt rub" on the nose of your seat as a massage, buy this saddle. One ride and you'll be calling yourself stupid for putting up with any discomfort you had from the saddle you just ditched
Saddles are a pricey experiment. I have stuck with WTB's while other varieties have not impressed me once I ride on them. I have bent the ti rails on my Laser V and it is time to r Read More »
Hi
I can't test ride them as they are from a mail order vendor.
Both Laser V SLT and Rocket V SLT are priced exactly the same.
The differnce is the Rocket sports a wale tale Read More »
