Submitted by
MotoMatt19
a Weekend Warrior
from Palm Beach, FL USA Date Reviewed: September 10, 2009
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Purchased At:
Came With Bike
Strengths:
Looks Great, Feels Great
Weaknesses:
None So Far
Similar Products Used:
Schwinn
Bike Setup:
'09 Moto
Bottom Line:
Haven't had too much time with it, but I love it so far. WTB is solid.
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Submitted by
STEVENSAN
a Weekend Warrior
from vancouver island Date Reviewed: August 3, 2009
Duration Product Used:
1 Year
Strengths:
inexpensive, easy to wash off, was comfortable until it bent
Weaknesses:
doesn`t hold its shape, bends easy. heavy
Bike Setup:
kona hoss
Bottom Line:
I weigh 215 lbs and the seat bent after a couple of months of XC use. comfort is average. After an hour or two in the saddle your ready to give your back side a break. Not the lightest, but for the price you can`t really expect it. i`m in the process of selecting a new seat.
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Submitted by
prodigy321
a Weekend Warrior
from Gilbert, AZ Date Reviewed: July 27, 2009
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Price Paid:
$24.00
Purchased At:
Performance Cycles
Strengths:
Cheap, Looks better than stock
Weaknesses:
Wide nose
Bottom Line:
Good all around saddle for weekend riding. Probably not the best for competitive, but I would recommend it to a friend.
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Submitted by
cg61doc
a Weekend Warrior
from Annapolis, MD, US Date Reviewed: July 17, 2009
Favorite Trail:
Arundel
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Strengths:
None
Weaknesses:
Strength
Similar Products Used:
To many to count
Bike Setup:
Stock Motobecane Phantom 29 with following mods: wellgo rodeo spds, jamis stem, bontrager select extra long seat post, kona cowan handlebars
Bottom Line:
My 240lb behind broke the dang thing within two weeks (around 400 miles of equal amounts of fire roads, paved and singletrack). No really big hits, just a few minor crashes that did not impact the seat nor the post. Just not built for someone a little larger than normal. It was pretty comfortable while it lasted...
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Submitted by
JTCONCORD
a Weekend Warrior
from CONCORD, CA Date Reviewed: May 25, 2009
Favorite Trail:
Various
Duration Product Used:
6 months
Price Paid:
$25.00
Purchased At:
Performance
Strengths:
Looks, comfort, value.
Weaknesses:
A little heavy.
Similar Products Used:
Selle SM, Forte
Bottom Line:
Bought this saddle on recommendation of mechanic at LBS. What a great deal! No more sore tailbone. In the future, I will always look first at WTB saddles.
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Submitted by
sprocket73
a Cross Country Rider
from Ft. Lauderdale, FL, USA Date Reviewed: April 28, 2009
Favorite Trail:
Olida
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$25.00
Purchased At:
MTBR
Strengths:
Seat Zen no more butt pain
Weaknesses:
Bit on the heavy side
Similar Products Used:
Specialized ergo
Bike Setup:
Stumpjumper E120 Expert
Bottom Line:
Great riding seat on long rides
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Submitted by
AlfonsoDBXSL
a Cross Country Rider
from Whittier, California Date Reviewed: March 7, 2009
Favorite Trail:
Turnbull Canyon
Duration Product Used:
1 Year
Strengths:
This Saddle has really proven its self to me. It came on my bike which I got last year. Ive had absolutely never a problem with this saddle. Never gets lose, has not broken, and if you take good care of it even after a year the wtb logo should still be there. Looks good, reliable, comfortable what more do you want?
Weaknesses:
NONE!
Bottom Line:
This Saddle is great! Get your hands on one if you can!
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Submitted by
achaffin
a Weekend Warrior
from Woodburn,KY Date Reviewed: January 21, 2009
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$27.00
Purchased At:
Price Point
Strengths:
Awesome looks, Great craftsmanship, Good padding, Very comfortable.
Weaknesses:
If your looking for a good looking saddle that's really comfy not to mention cheap there are no weaknesses
Similar Products Used:
Cheap Bell From Wal-Mart, Planet Bike A.R.S.
Bike Setup:
GT Full suspension
Bottom Line:
You gotta love the looks of this thing craftsmanship is awesome good padding really makes it comfortable probably never switch saddles again WTB has a good product for the money buy this saddle, Heck buy two or three!!!
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Submitted by
Moodrid
a Cross Country Rider
from Ft Worth Date Reviewed: January 17, 2009
Great for the price.I have them on both of my bikes.As long as these are on the market I will never buy anything else.Can ride hours without a aching butt.
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Submitted by
Mike Sweum
a Racer
from Sioux City,IA Date Reviewed: August 16, 2008
Favorite Trail:
Ponca state park
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Price Paid:
$30.00
Purchased At:
price point
Strengths:
comfort,comfort and comfort- amazed that you can get a saddle like this for only 30 bucks.
Weaknesses:
maybe weight but for the comfort you get who cares.
Similar Products Used:
anything light and uncomfortable
Bike Setup:
Cannondale hardtail
Bottom Line:
weight weenies will turn their backs on this saddle but I doubt you can find one as comfortable and affordable all at once.Nice work WTB.
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Submitted by
beereppc
a Racer
from Hamilton, Ontario Date Reviewed: June 5, 2008
Favorite Trail:
-
Duration Product Used:
1 Year
Price Paid:
$30.00
Purchased At:
ebay
Strengths:
Comfortable, even on long rides. Cheap, goodlooking, durable.
Weaknesses:
Heavy(but only compared to high end minimalist saddles, probably lighter than some stock saddles) Saddle can be too wide/have too much padding for some (not for me). Shape sometimes snags shorts when out of saddle.
Similar Products Used:
CODA stock saddle, Bontrager saddles, other WTB speed V/Laser saddles, Selle Italia Flite, Selle Italia SLR XP
Bike Setup:
Trek fuel 100, Fox vanilla 100, American Classic 26 mtb, XTR/XT drivetrain
Bottom Line:
I just switched to a Selle Italia SLR after using this WTB saddle for a year. I did this not because the saddle is not comfortable, but just because I use the bike for xc races and it is a little heavy/can snag shorts when moving around (minimal risk). However, I moved the saddle to my road bike because it is so comfortable and still in perfect shape. If you are a recreational rider, racer that doesnt care about weight (if they exist!), or need a saddle for your training bike, get this saddle!Cant go wrong for the price, much better than any stock saddle and one of the most comfy of the saddles I have tried
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Submitted by
roberto castro
a Weekend Warrior
from san juan Date Reviewed: May 12, 2008
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Purchased At:
came with the bike
Strengths:
Geometry. Seems made to measure. Comfortable without being too soft. Good construction. Appearance.
Weaknesses:
None
Similar Products Used:
Specialized Avatar
Bike Setup:
Tora; Shinano Deore throughout the bike
Bottom Line:
Much more expensive products do not have half the quality of this product.
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Submitted by
Scott
a Cross Country Rider
from Los Angeles, CA Date Reviewed: April 1, 2008
Favorite Trail:
Anything with lots of climbing
Duration Product Used:
More than 3 years
Price Paid:
$30.00
Purchased At:
Supergo
Strengths:
Comfortable, Durable, the cutout is actually called the "Love Channel"
Weaknesses:
Heavy
Similar Products Used:
Fizik, Specialized, Selle Italia, Selle San Marco
Bike Setup:
'96 Rockhopper frame, '04 Marzocchi Fork and full '04 LX
Bottom Line:
It's really comfortable and durable, like all WTB saddles. Being their "bottom of the line" saddle, it's a bit heavy for XC racing. Mine is starting to show signs of use after three years, so I'll probably replace it with another lighter WTB saddle.
Also, the cutout is called the "Love Channel". Seriously. How can one not buy a saddle that has a "Love Channel"?
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Submitted by
Aaron
a Cross Country Rider
from Simi Valley Date Reviewed: October 10, 2007
Favorite Trail:
secret big sky trail
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Price Paid:
$32.00
Purchased At:
ebay
Strengths:
Feels strong when pedaling, easy to install and clean, looks good with my bike.
Weaknesses:
none so far
Similar Products Used:
A cheap wtb saddle
Bike Setup:
motobecane 500ht
Bottom Line:
This is a good saddle for all round riding.
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Submitted by
palmoil007 matt
a Cross Country Rider
from NIG Date Reviewed: August 1, 2007
Duration Product Used:
2 Years
Price Paid:
$200.00
Bottom Line:
we are sell
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Submitted by
Michael Smith
a Cross Country Rider
from Rockville, MD USA Date Reviewed: July 27, 2007
Duration Product Used:
6 months
Price Paid:
$35.00
Purchased At:
www.pricepoint.com
Strengths:
Very durable, comfortable, helped to eliminate my numb toes.
Weaknesses:
Not a light as a race saddle but good for the price.
Bike Setup:
KHS alite 500 hardtail w/titec XC post.
Bottom Line:
GREAT saddle. This is the second one I had. The first one was on my old bike which got stolen. When I got the new bike I tried several other types of saddles but this one workes by far the best for me.
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Submitted by
Gerald
a Weekend Warrior
from Orlando, FL, USA Date Reviewed: July 10, 2007
Favorite Trail:
Jones Trail
Duration Product Used:
More than 3 years
Purchased At:
Came with the bike
Strengths:
Comfort, finish, durability, and looks.
Weaknesses:
Weight
Similar Products Used:
None.
Bike Setup:
2004 Raleigh Ram 2.0 with full XTR, RockShox 318 Tora and Rear SID, Avid Juicy Carbons, Truvativ Team Carbon Riser, Cane Creek Solo head set, Titec Pluto Carbon seat post, WTB Speed V saddle, and Jagwire cables. Plus a few other things...
Bottom Line:
Great saddle!!! Yeah, you probably need to few rides to get used to it; that is if you don't ride often. I usually ride for about 3 hours at a time and I've had no comfort issues...well, not related to the saddle... Usually a 3 hour ride will tire out your bottom...
Highly recommend it!!
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Submitted by
David Martin
a Cross Country Rider
from Ridgecrest Date Reviewed: July 9, 2007
Favorite Trail:
Porcupine rim (it's not in my town but oh, well)
Duration Product Used:
1 Year
Strengths:
hasn't fallen apart yet, it's a saddle
Weaknesses:
very painfull after about 200 yards of seated climbing
Similar Products Used:
wtb pure v, lazer v, some old specialized saddle (i loved it)
Bike Setup:
Iron Horse Warrior Pro... fox vannilla suspension, nevegal tires, hone crank, 80 mm stem, answer alumilite handlebars
Bottom Line:
I have a '05 bike so I guess I have the '05 saddle and it sucks. After about 100 yards it starts to hurt really bad and I have to get off the damn thing after a while and rest my backside. I read somewhere that a painfull saddle can contribute to erectile disfunction so it worries me. I did like the pure v though... it kinda delayed the hurt util about a mile into a climb, but it was better. I don't know why this saddle has an overall rating of more than four, but maybee it's because I have a weird butt, or maybe the new one's better, but mine is terrible.
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Submitted by
Mitch
a Cross Country Rider
from Sacramento, CA Date Reviewed: July 3, 2007
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$40.00
Purchased At:
Bobs Cycle Center
Strengths:
Great cushion, love channel, and looks.
Weaknesses:
Creaks alot!!!!!
Similar Products Used:
Stock Specialized and others.
Bike Setup:
2k6 Specialized Rockhopper, X9 Drivetrain, Juicy 7 brakes and Marzocchi All Mountain 2 Fork...WTB Seat
Bottom Line:
Basically, I am a Clyde. I am over 6' tall and about 250 lbs. Previous seats would kill my arse after a 3-4 hour ride but now with this seat, I feel like I can go on and on. Only drawback is the extreme amount of creaking and groaning coming from the seat...but I blame that on my weight, not the seat. Would have gotten a 5 chilis if it didn't creak under my weight, but no one is perfect.
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Submitted by
Millie Anak Ujang
a Cross Country Rider
from Bandar Saujana Utama Date Reviewed: March 3, 2007
Favorite Trail:
Sg Buloh Elmina Palm Oil Estate Trail
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Purchased At:
Pre-Installed
Strengths:
Material durabilty considered good.
Weaknesses:
The V shape is sort of capital V, if you used to had a sporty sadle, then the feeling for this sadle feels widening your upper thigh during cycling.
Bottom Line:
It a goods sadle WTB need to improve it to commom V, Then that may suit certain rider feels more confort during cycling.
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Submitted by
Ben
a Cross Country Rider
from Columbia Date Reviewed: January 19, 2007
Favorite Trail:
Cascades--Patapsco State Park
Duration Product Used:
6 months
Price Paid:
$25.00
Purchased At:
REI
Strengths:
Super comfortable! Little to no soreness even after I haven't' ridden in a while.
Weaknesses:
Size and weight
Similar Products Used:
N/A
Bike Setup:
Cannondale Rush 5, Thomson Elite, WTB Speed, Crank Brothers Candy C, FSA Bash Guard and the rest is stock
Bottom Line:
If you want an affordable saddle that is very comfortable then this is the one for you!
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Submitted by
Charlie M
a Weekend Warrior
from Houston, Texas Date Reviewed: January 16, 2007
Favorite Trail:
Ant Hills
Duration Product Used:
6 months
Price Paid:
$25.00
Purchased At:
eBay
Strengths:
Nice comfortable seat. Strong rails.
Weaknesses:
None.
Similar Products Used:
Bontrager
Bike Setup:
Cobia 29er with upgraded seatpost and stem (Thompson) and shifters/derailluers SRAM X7
Bottom Line:
This is a nice seat for the price. My old seat had a nasty habit of grabbing my bike shorts and ripping them. This one doesn't. It provides enough cushion to take the sting out of my mistakes. I actually broke the frame on my bike by coming down too hard on the seat, but it didn't hurt me, the seat post, or seat.
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Submitted by
Jon
a Cross Country Rider
from Potsdam, NY USA Date Reviewed: October 17, 2006
Favorite Trail:
Ledges, Colton NY
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Price Paid:
$35.00
Purchased At:
Price Point
Strengths:
Very comfortable and not slippery. You don't slide all over on it. Has a nice curve to the seat bone area that holds you in place well. the "V" relieves some pressure
Weaknesses:
Not exactly made to last forever
Similar Products Used:
KHS generic padded saddle
Bike Setup:
KHS xc704, BB7 disk, etc...
Bottom Line:
Great saddle for the money. I've heavier and it supports me well. It has great flex and shock absorbtion so it's good for long or short rides. like stated earlier the seat isn't slippery so it's great for keeping you butt in place!
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Submitted by
Paul
a Weekend Warrior
from Yonkers, NY Date Reviewed: September 26, 2006
Favorite Trail:
Sprain Ridge Park
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$27.00
Purchased At:
beyondbike.com
Strengths:
exceptionally comfortable, looks good, love channel REALLY works
Weaknesses:
so far nothing really
Similar Products Used:
Stock Bontrager Saddle
Bike Setup:
Stock 2006 Trek 4900
Bottom Line:
This saddle is an excellent bang for the buck. $27 from beyond bikes - some say it's a little wide for decents, but i'm 6'1 and have no problem sliding back. The seat weight isn't much different from the stock flimsy Bontrager that came on the Trek 4900 so no complains here. We'll see how long it lasts...so far so good - I can ride longer w/o feeling numbness - good stuff!
note - after 3 rides the Speed V logo is wearing off, gets 1 less flamin' chili from me!
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Submitted by
Andrew
a Weekend Warrior
from Pleasanton, ca Date Reviewed: June 30, 2006
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$20.00
Purchased At:
amazon
Strengths:
Only 20 bucks and is very comfortable for long hauls. Looks alright too.
Weaknesses:
Heavy, but 20 bucks doesn't pay for titanium. A little wide, hard to get behind.
Similar Products Used:
Specialized BG stock
Bike Setup:
Specialized Hardrock Disc Speed V
Bottom Line:
The Speed V is great, especially when compared to that 2x4 piece of crap stock Specialized BG seat. The Speed V is such a comfortable seat I won't change it to save a few grams, although a Laser or Pure V titanium rail seat would be cool. Don't hesitate to get the Speed V unless you're a weight weeny.
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Submitted by
Dave
a Cross Country Rider
from Boise, ID Date Reviewed: June 5, 2006
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Price Paid:
$12.00
Purchased At:
ebay
Strengths:
inexpensive, VERY comfortable
Weaknesses:
none
Similar Products Used:
highly padded wtb, harder than hell stock saddle
Bike Setup:
fetish D&S
Bottom Line:
If you want an inexpensive reliable saddle this is the one for you. I haven't tried many, but this is the most comfortable saddle I have ridden by FAR. Not too bulky either.
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Submitted by
Adam
a Cross Country Rider
from Pittsburgh, PA Date Reviewed: April 19, 2006
Duration Product Used:
1 Year
Price Paid:
$40.00
Purchased At:
West Liberty Cycle
Strengths:
Great price on the saddle, works wonders on the behind, fits well, strong.
Weaknesses:
A little hard to get behind, just have to have it angled right, and not to high up.
Similar Products Used:
Stock Cannondale Saddle, Good Saddle
Bike Setup:
XC/Trail Riding, with some racing.
Bottom Line:
This is a great saddle for the price and it gets the job done. I have had no numbness from it and it is quite comfortable for short and long rides. I am a light rider, weighing in at 120lb, so I have no problem with bending rails or breaking anything of that sort. I do not think this saddle should be used for DH, you should get a DH specific seat for that. I do some XC racing and just trail riding and the seat is awesome!
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Submitted by
Kraig Hell
a Cross Country Rider
from Melbourne, Australia Date Reviewed: January 17, 2006
Favorite Trail:
Yarra Bend Trails
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$40.00
Purchased At:
LBS
Strengths:
Very Comfortable, very cheap
Weaknesses:
bit hard to get behind on descents
Similar Products Used:
Specialized BG Sport
Bike Setup:
Specialized Hardrock with everything that moves upgraded.
Bottom Line:
I snapped a rail on my 11 month old BG saddle, I was prepared to pay about $100 for a nice replacement saddle. the LBS had sold out of most of the stuff I was thinking about (SDG Bel Air, Specialized Avanti) then he pulled the WTB Speed V out of the bargain bin. At half of what I was originally thinking I thought I'd take a chance & I think what most people are saying here is correct.
A good value seat that is super comfortable on long rides, however I have to say I've noticed the same weirdness on getting behind the saddle but tinkering with the angle might help that as well. & my riding style could probably be enhanced as well to help this.
Overall a great buy & a great saddle. I'm pretty sure in time my ass is going to be very happy I bought this.
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Submitted by
Joe
a Cross Country Rider
from Florida Date Reviewed: January 1, 2006
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$25.00
Purchased At:
Jenson USA
Strengths:
Cheap, comfortable
Weaknesses:
A bit wider than I'd like, heavy
Similar Products Used:
Stock hard-as-hell saddle
Bike Setup:
Tassajara Disc
Bottom Line:
It has steel rails. This turns most people off. I weigh 230lbs and have really put my weight on this seat, without the smallest sign of wear. It's holding up after a month quite nicely. Very comfortable, too. I can spend hours in the saddle no problem.
For anyone that does DH, it's very hard to get behind this saddle. It's perfect for flat Florida, but for any sharp descent, it will be troublesome.
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Submitted by
Paul C
a Weekend Warrior
from Boca Raton, FL, USA Date Reviewed: December 7, 2005
Came stock on my GT. I was very uncomfortable on this seat. After riding about 3 or 4 miles my bootay would hurt quite bad. Im not a big guy either, 5'4 135lbs. I switched for a cheap Sette Cro-mo seat and it is more comfortable.
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Submitted by
Tim
a Cross Country Rider
from Binghamton Date Reviewed: November 28, 2005
Favorite Trail:
Brickyard
Duration Product Used:
1 Year
Price Paid:
$35.00
Purchased At:
Chenango Point Cycles
Strengths:
Durable, Sturdy design. Very comfortable for 10 mile rides up and downhill. Pretty light (though im not a gram freak). Drys out quickly after wet rides. Takes crash abuse well :)
Weaknesses:
Not very comfortable for long intensive rides, but other than that not a thing. :)
Similar Products Used:
WTB Laser V
Bike Setup:
MountainSmith Altitude (same as Giant XC bikes) Manitou Stance Blunt, Hayes 8 inch discs front, 6 inch rear.
Bottom Line:
Awesome saddle. Im a light guy who does 10 - 15 mile rides daily, year - round. For anyone who wants an affordable saddle thats very very comfortable and easy to move around on. I recomend this to anyone.
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Submitted by
Joe
a Cross Country Rider
from USA Date Reviewed: August 31, 2005
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Purchased At:
Supergo
Strengths:
Fit my butt well. Came with the bike.
Weaknesses:
Some numbness on longer rides. Bent the seat bad going down a trail. Annoyed that the seat broke so easily.
Similar Products Used:
BG2 Sport
Bike Setup:
Ironhorse Sinister Comp 2005, all stock, except the seat since I bent it. Seat is a BG2 Sport, haven't ridden it much yet to tell if it is good or not.
Bottom Line:
The seat came stock with my bike and seemed ok from the start. I've only had my bike for about 2 weeks now. Did a longer ride (4 hours) and I was starting to feel some pain down there that I didn't feel on shorter rides (1 hour). Then I went to a large dirt bowl and was riding up and down the sides. Coming down one side, I was sitting kinda far back (duh, like normal when going down a hill) and when I hit the bottom of the bowl the seat just bent under the pressure. And I'm not a fat ass, only 185 lbs, and it wasn't a rough ride down at all, so I was pretty pissed. But the bike shop guy said most seats are similar in strength, so I must have just put enough leverage on the thing from sitting back so far. Guess I'll have to get a steel bar for a seat once I start hitting some serious downhill.
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Submitted by
Denis
a Cross Country Rider
from Vancouver Date Reviewed: August 28, 2005
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Purchased At:
came on bike.
Strengths:
Looks, comfort, love groove
Weaknesses:
none.
Similar Products Used:
SDG Kona, Axiom DH.
Bike Setup:
05 IH Warrior sport
Bottom Line:
This saddle is by far the most comfortable I've parked my glutius maximus on yet. No pains anyhwere or numbness. I've had others with the love groove and wasnt as effective as this saddle. Will never buy any other . Some say its a little heavy but im not a weight weenie so I couldn't give a rats a$$ about weight. NOTE: THIS IS NOT A DJ OR FREERIDE OR DH SEAT!! So if you write a review based on that type of riding, don't bother.
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Submitted by
Andy
a Cross Country Rider
from Old Town, ME Date Reviewed: August 18, 2005
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Price Paid:
$20.00
Strengths:
Very nice shape. Supportive and comfy when new. I was able to find it for a very good price.
Weaknesses:
Durability.
Similar Products Used:
Rockey Mountain, Bontrager, and Specialized seats
Bike Setup:
Gary Fisher HKEK with XT components
Bottom Line:
This seat was a good deal but in only 3 months the rails have bent all out of shape. I'm an average sized guy (185lbs) and was quite upset to see the seat all mangeled. Could be good for those with full suspensions that dont do any hard riding, but for this hardtail XC guy it's not a good seat at all. Initially it was comfy though, I'd steer clear of this if your thinking of buying it.
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Submitted by
Robert Reed
a Weekend Warrior
from Covington, WA Date Reviewed: April 11, 2005
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Purchased At:
Came on Bike
Strengths:
Looks ok
Weaknesses:
Not very comfortable. Poor quality
Similar Products Used:
Ghetto seats that come on Target and Fred Meyer house brand bikes
Bike Setup:
Marin Alpine Quad FRS with Marzocchi FR Z1 ETA Forks
Bottom Line:
Had the seat less than two months and the fabric is coming apart on the edges. Not very comfortable. The love channel is lame too. So I see little comfort coming from that design. The love channel isn't all bad though. I let some air out of my back shock, shifted to second, pulled a wheelie to hard and was on my back with the bike in my chest and the love channel doing its job. Other than that the channel doesn't go far enuff forward to bring me comfort.
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Submitted by
Derek Falberg
a Downhiller
from Solana Beach, CA USA Date Reviewed: September 20, 2004
Favorite Trail:
Mission Trails
Duration Product Used:
6 months
Price Paid:
$35.00
Purchased At:
Supergo
Strengths:
Comfortable, well constructed, comfortable, and comfortable, and super cheap!!
Man, it's great to finally find a comfortable seat. I am 6'3" 200 and seems to get seats that will cause numbness and serious discomfort. I looked at spending $100+ on a nice seat,b/c nothing is worse than loosing feeling in your wedding tackle in the middle of a climb, or hobbling home from a long days ride. But I read the reviews, and couldn't believe this seat is that comfy for $35 bucks - it is!! And not just this seat. I bought a Rocket V for my road bike and same results. Bottom line, nobody, and I mean NOBODY, can touch WTB when it comes to making a nice comfortable seat for such a low price. Period. Go out and buy on.
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Submitted by
Dave
a Cross Country Rider
from Wausau, WI, 54403 Date Reviewed: June 10, 2004
Favorite Trail:
1,2,3 loop at 9 mille
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$30.00
Purchased At:
Price Point
Strengths:
comfortable, soft feels good after hours of riding, doesnt give you any sore spots
Weaknesses:
a little cheap construction but quality is still high enough to last for a long time.
Similar Products Used:
stock specialized sadle
Bike Setup:
03 specialized hard rock comp, azonic stem, avid single digit 7 brakes, wtb speed v saddle, easton seat post
Bottom Line:
its a very good saddle, its comfortable even after a long time riding, it is a little heavy for racers and weight freaks but for your normal rider it is perfect
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Submitted by
Juan Valdez
a Cross Country Rider
from Columbia Date Reviewed: August 3, 2003
Duration Product Used:
1 Year
Price Paid:
$25.00
Purchased At:
Cambria
Strengths:
Very comfortable. The best I've tried.
Weaknesses:
A little heavy.
Similar Products Used:
WTB podium, Cheap bell ergo, Serfas gel, hard plastic BMX.
Bike Setup:
Hardtail XC
Bottom Line:
Hey, somebody stole my seat!!! Oh, wait, it's still there. That's the feeling I get from this seat. It's comfortable on any surface and it's certainly worth the weight. What can I say, It's just right. 50 words.
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Submitted by
IAN
a Cross Country Rider
from Middletown, CT Date Reviewed: June 29, 2003
Duration Product Used:
1 Year
Price Paid:
$20.00
Purchased At:
LBS
Strengths:
-comfortable -not too short -wide enough to know its still there -strong
Weaknesses:
a little heavy, but on a giant warp, i can't really complain about the weight.
After bending or breaking several saddles, I looked for something a little bit more durable. I found this at LBS, bought it and love it. The "Love Channel is a great feature making it very comfortable. I also love the fact that it is so wide. I like to be able to feel the seat in between my thighs on the rough out of seat downhills, it offers more control over the rear of the bike. All in all its a great saddle.
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Submitted by
Dave Evans
a Weekend Warrior
from Fort Worth, TX Date Reviewed: June 25, 2003
Favorite Trail:
New Mexico
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$45.00
Purchased At:
Grapevine Bike Store
Strengths:
Very comfortable!!! I just switched from a Specialized Body Geometry (like riding on a piece of rock), and I cannot believe the difference it made in my ride. If you are riding a hardtail, the Cro-Molly rails have just enough flex to help absorb some of rough stuff. The good thing about this saddle is with my other one, I was getting numb into about 2 miles, not this time. I felt none of the effects, even after a bumby 9 mile ride! If you are looking for a comfy saddle without breaking the bank, this is definately the way to go!
Weaknesses:
None so far...don't think I will find any in terms of what really matters for a saddle, comfort.
Similar Products Used:
Specialized Body Geometry, Some cheap Trek seat I got from a grab basket
Bike Setup:
A bike with fun stuff on it...
Bottom Line:
Great saddle and would recomend it to someone who is 3'2" at 43 lbs, to someone who is 6'8" at 300 lbs.
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Submitted by
Paul Rintoule
a Weekend Warrior
from Fairlight, NSW, Australia Date Reviewed: April 28, 2003
Favorite Trail:
Oxford Falls
Duration Product Used:
6 months
Price Paid:
$35.00
Purchased At:
LBS
Strengths:
Comfort. Saddle doesn't split you in half and leaves your tackle in perfect working order.
Weaknesses:
Needs side scuff pannels made of kevlar though this is not a real complaint given the low price
Similar Products Used:
Had a number of saddles Serfas, GT, Bontrager, Kona, etc.
Bike Setup:
Fisher Sugar 4 plus complete Deore drivetrain, Julie front disc, Salsa seatpost clamp 2.3" front and 2.1" rear tires. A real uphill and down dale weekend trail bike.
Bottom Line:
Only comfortable saddles for any real time in the saddle say 2 to 6 hours, have been the Laser V for my Sugar and the Brooks B66 for my tandem. If your a weekend warrior comfort weeny and accept the tradeoff of a bit of weight for lots of comfort, these saddles are for you. The Laser V is outstanding for the price because after giving it a solid thrashing, you won't cry when its time to fork out a few bucks to buy a new one.
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Submitted by
John
a
from Manitoba Date Reviewed: April 4, 2003
Favorite Trail:
the one with no snow on it
Duration Product Used:
6 months
Price Paid:
$35.00
Strengths:
-OMG, is this thing ever comfortable! - reasonable price (50.00 Cdn)
Weaknesses:
- developed a few small rips pretty easily - fixed quite easily with a bit of crazy glue
Similar Products Used:
- SDG Bel Air (can you say 'brick'?) - tested a few of the Specialized Body Geometry saddles - wasn't impressed
Bike Setup:
used on both an urban HT and a heavy duty FS rig
Bottom Line:
This saddle is awesome! It has made a hardtail enjoyable to ride, even during the winter with harsh riding studded tires.
Saddles are pretty subjective, comfort wise, so see if the bike shop you deal with will let you try it for a short while. Chances are pretty good that you'll keep it.
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Submitted by
Leeroy
a Cross Country Rider
from Toronto, Ontario, Canada Date Reviewed: March 19, 2003
aaaaabsolutly nothing. Just the some of the awesome effects and graphics on it wear off after awhile.
Similar Products Used:
some specialized thing.
Bike Setup:
2002 Thin Blue Line Rage with one fly ass seat!. GREATEST!
Bottom Line:
This is an excellent seat. very well made. I'd never wanna go back to a different saddle now. My butt loves it!. The angle is easily adjustible and its light!. Just buy it...its an excellent investment. Looks good on any bike.
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Submitted by
Sean Middleton
a
from Carlsbad, CA, USA Date Reviewed: March 4, 2003
Favorite Trail:
Noble Canyon
Duration Product Used:
1 Year
Purchased At:
came with bike
Strengths:
most comfortable saddle i have ever ridden
Weaknesses:
not many, a little heavy for racers or wieght saving freaks
Similar Products Used:
downhill,bmx, beach cruiser and other mountain bike saddles
Bike Setup:
Giant AC Air
Bottom Line:
most comfortable saddle i've ever tried
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Submitted by
Gert
a Racer
from Tallinn, Estonia Date Reviewed: December 10, 2002
Favorite Trail:
Nõmme
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Purchased At:
Came with bike
Strengths:
Comfortable
Weaknesses:
Too soft and wide, Heavy.
Similar Products Used:
Coda, Scott saddle
Bike Setup:
Marin Nail Trail 02, aluminium frame, XT deraileurs, Deore sifters, Deore crankset, Manitou Six Super, Ritchey Comp V2 pedals, WTB Speed V saddle.
Bottom Line:
This saddle is comfortable, but not for racing. Too wide and soft. Heavyer than race saddles. Love channel is a good thing. If you are a racer and like your bike light it`s not for you.
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Submitted by
Larry
a Cross Country Rider
from Charlottesville Date Reviewed: October 4, 2002
Duration Product Used:
6 months
Price Paid:
$45.00
Purchased At:
Performance
Strengths:
very comfy
Weaknesses:
a little heavy
Similar Products Used:
selle italia flite gel, fizik dolomite cromo
Bottom Line:
very comfortable. heavy, but if comfort is what drives your wallet, this is the saddle for you. soft tissue isn't sore even after relatively long 20 mile trail rides, which can't be said for the dolomite and definitely not the flite gel (similar to concrete).
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Submitted by
Andy
a Weekend Warrior
from College Park, MD Date Reviewed: September 22, 2002
The Saddle gives you the feel of the higher end Ti model for less with a little more wieght! The padding is soft on the rear but not spongy!
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Submitted by
JKC
a
from AKL, New Zealand Date Reviewed: July 3, 2002
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$29.00
Purchased At:
Bike Barn
Strengths:
Enuff padding to keep things pain free
Weaknesses:
None noticed so far
Similar Products Used:
Ritchey vector wing (like a blunt razorblade)
Bike Setup:
Titus locomoto, XT, Hayes disc blah blah
Bottom Line:
I'm giving this 5 stars mainly because the last 2 saddles I've owned were hideously painful to ride; especially the Ritchey vector wing which left between my legs numb and sore within 15 minutes. Saddles are a personal thing; you gotta try before you buy!
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Submitted by
Max
a Cross Country Rider
from Santa Cruz Date Reviewed: June 4, 2002
Favorite Trail:
Red Mailboxes
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Strengths:
Looks cool
Weaknesses:
Causes me great pain
Bike Setup:
sugar 3+
Bottom Line:
I weight in at about 150lbs. I got off my bike 3 hours ago, and my tailbone still hurts. I gave it a few months to break in, but this thing is just painful. It's not too bad while riding it (my weight is well distributed) but something about it tweaks my tailbone.
Try a kooshi
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Submitted by
BigAl G
a Cross Country Rider
from Houston Date Reviewed: June 3, 2002
No Kevlar on outer edges. Screen print lettering dies quickly.
Similar Products Used:
Nicene, previous WTB (SST etc..)
Bike Setup:
Sugar 3, Z2 Bomber, carbon stay upgrade
Bottom Line:
Been riding on a $90 Fizik Nicene saddle for the last year and just picked this up after getting disgusted with the amount of creaking coming from the Nicene. This saddle blows it away. Sure its a bit heavier but it feels like I just added another 1/2" of travel to my bike. Compliments the Sugars limited (2.5") travel very nicely. My back (tailbone) doesn't seem to ache as much after loooong rides any more too. Hopefully the cromo rails will hold up to the test of time as this was the reason I went to the TI rails of the Fizik. The older SST saddle rails would bend after a couple of months. So far NO complaints. Ride on WTB!!
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Submitted by
Pete
a Cross Country Rider
from Santa Rosa, CA, USA Date Reviewed: May 30, 2002
Favorite Trail:
South Burma
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$20.00
Purchased At:
cambriabike
Strengths:
Comfortable, Price
Weaknesses:
Little heavy
Similar Products Used:
Bontrager, Avocet
Bike Setup:
SoulCraft Option 3, XT/XTR, Marz. z.1 x-fly, Thomson post, Kore Elite stem, Easton MonkeyLite bar, Sun/Ringle RhinoLite XL, Hope Mini Disc.
Bottom Line:
I like the price and the comfort of this saddle. It's a little heavy and the lettering on the sides are fading off. But that doesn't concern me that much.
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Submitted by
Roger Brown
a
from Spring Hill, TN Date Reviewed: May 18, 2002
Duration Product Used:
2 Years
Price Paid:
$35.00
Purchased At:
Earth Traverse/ Piney Flatts
Strengths:
Comfy
Weaknesses:
not really
Similar Products Used:
SDG stock, trico gel, serfas
Bike Setup:
GT w/ lx, xt, raceface, duke, mich hot s moab mostly lx with psylo
Bottom Line:
I have been using my saddle on my GT for awhile it is very comfy tried other saddles before nothing takes bumps on a long ride like this. It is heavy compaired to most but on a hardtail it is worth it. So i got the moab and bought one for it too. If your not racing you will like it.
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Submitted by
Moy
a Cross Country Rider
from Israel Date Reviewed: March 18, 2002
Favorite Trail:
THERE ARE SO MANY...
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$40.00
Purchased At:
Mike Bike
Strengths:
Very comfortable, good looking, Excelent for long rides.
Weaknesses:
None so far.
Similar Products Used:
Selle Italia Flite, Bontrager FS 2000 (Sucks All the way...)
Bike Setup:
Trek 6700 with a RockShox suspension seatpost.
Bottom Line:
The Saddle is one of the most important issues on a bike, especially for Cross country riders, and you shouldn't pay attention at things like weight or price. It only took me one ride to realize that this is the most comfortable saddle I've ever ride on.(As I said it before my old Bontrager saddle S U C K S!) This saddle and the RockShox sus. post make the perfect combination for a cross country yet aggressive, long- distance rider like me. With this saddle and the Sus post I don't think I'll ever buy a FS bike! This saddle is Sweet!, so comfy you wouldn't believe it, now I can make long rides without feeling all that pain in my butt and my back that my bontrager seat used to give me. If you're looking for a super comfy good looking saddle and you're serious about cycling, this is the one for you!
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Submitted by
Brendan
a Downhiller
from Longmeadow Date Reviewed: January 21, 2002
Favorite Trail:
Laurel Park Dual Slalom
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$70.00
Purchased At:
SuperGo.com
Strengths:
Design,Gel Thing,Comfortable
Weaknesses:
Weight
Similar Products Used:
Mongoose Pro Seat
Bike Setup:
WTB Moto Raptors (2.1), Marzocchi Z-4 Air (100mm), Azonic Handle Bars (2in. Rise), Race Face Stem, Grimeca System 8 Hydrolic Disc Brakes, Grimeca Hubs, Wtb Speed Disc Rims, WTB Speed V Seat, TruVativ Firex Crank, Deore Front Derailluer, Deore Shifters, WTB Grips, Deore 9 Speed Cassette, Mosh BMX/DS/DH Pedals
Bottom Line:
Looks Cool, Feels Good, Good For Trail Riding
This isn't for a super serious cross country racer (weight) but is excellent for trail riding or anything else.
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Submitted by
rathbone
a Cross Country Rider
from San Diego Date Reviewed: December 20, 2001
Duration Product Used:
6 months
Price Paid:
$70.00
Purchased At:
mtb review sponsor
Strengths:
good value, comfy, WTB has a great design
Weaknesses:
bulky, heavier than snot
Similar Products Used:
laser V, SDG ti comp, Ritchey comp, Bontrager
Bike Setup:
01 Truth
Bottom Line:
I liked the Speed V saddle, and didn't want to be a snob about having a $100 ti saddle, but I couldn't take it and switched to the Laser V.
I was concerned that the smaller thinner lighter Laser V would be less cushy and comfortable, and all I would be doing was saving a few grams which don't really matter. Not so!!! The Laser V is a way better saddle, and can be picked up at places like BeyondBikes for $70.
The Laser V is much more comfortable and rideable (less bulk really helps), the nose actually is less padded but ends up being better/more comfortable on the climbs (this is the opposite of what I predicted!!).
The Laser V is so much lighter, and the ti-rails are less bouncy/less prone to pogo, and do a better job of absorbing shock/vibrations.
I'm glad I had the chance to trial a WTB saddle. Like 'em. The Speed V is a good start, but the Laser V is really recommended after having ridden both IMO, and its sooo much lighter!!
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Submitted by
John
a Cross Country Rider
from Richmond, VA Date Reviewed: December 20, 2001
Favorite Trail:
Forest Hill Park/Buttmilk
Duration Product Used:
6 months
Price Paid:
$40.00
Strengths:
Extremely comfy. And its comfortable too. Makes my butt happy on long rides. A happy butt is a good thing.
Weaknesses:
Somewhat weighty
Similar Products Used:
Various WTB SST models, take-off saddles from LBS
Bike Setup:
A GT w gears & a CuSS w no gears
Bottom Line:
This is the most comfortable seat I've ever owned. It was instantly comfy, unlike most other seats my tush had to get accustomed to. It came on my CuSS, and at first look I thought I'd have to throw it away - big ol' cushy lookin seat. But first ride I loved it instantly. Screw looks, my butt wanted happy. Replaced a superlight ti-railed WTB SST ($20 LBS takeoff) with a SpeedV on the GT. Can't see spending $50 more for the LaserV even though its 1/3 lb lighter. I go through a seats or two a year, so I tend to avoid spending big $ on them. Haven't tried any other big-brand-fancy "selle italia" gel stuff, so take my review with a grain of salt, and call yer LBS in the morning to order you one. Gram counters may look elsewhere w/ the LaserV.
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Submitted by
Brian Buell
a Racer
from Ft. Worth, Tx. Date Reviewed: December 16, 2001
Favorite Trail:
Anything
Duration Product Used:
6 months
Purchased At:
Bike Shop Employee
Strengths:
Comfy Comfy Comfy Comfy Comfy.... need i say more?
Weaknesses:
did I mention it's comfy??
Similar Products Used:
Vetta, specialized, giro, serfas, generic, 3 other WTB
Bike Setup:
Stock Sugar 3+ Disc
Bottom Line:
This saddle, ANY of the WTB Saddles that include the "Love Channel" are well worth the money. I've never riden a saddle as comfy as this one. I've done a 24 hour race, in the saddle for 3 hours at a time (3 laps every time out) and my ars Never complained a bit. I've raced many times and this saddle is Still the best thing going. Feels a bit hard at first but break it in and any more comfy, you'd need a lazy boy and a cup holder.
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Submitted by
Phillip Neill
a Cross Country Rider
from Orlando, FL Date Reviewed: December 3, 2001
Favorite Trail:
Ocala - Santos, Razorback
Duration Product Used:
6 months
Price Paid:
$45.00
Purchased At:
SuperGo
Strengths:
Price is great, but the real strengh is it's comfort.
Weaknesses:
Weight. According to WTB, 390 grams.
Similar Products Used:
Dozens, I've been riding bikes for 40 years.
Bike Setup:
Proflex 4000
Bottom Line:
This is the most comfortable seat I have ever used. I just purchased the WTB Laser V to save 125 grams, big mistake. The comfort is no where near the Speed V. Needless to say, I've put the Speed V back on. My new philosophy is to save weight everywhere except the seat.
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Submitted by
Stuart
a
from Hobart, Australia Date Reviewed: October 24, 2001
Favorite Trail:
S57
Duration Product Used:
6 months
Price Paid:
$30.00
Purchased At:
LBS
Strengths:
For me, a comfortable saddle that has good durability.
Weaknesses:
Weight
Similar Products Used:
SDG Bel Air, Serfas Rx
Bike Setup:
Giant ATX 900
Bottom Line:
For me this is a very comfortable saddle, though that is quite sensative to its tilt. It has survived unscathed through quite a few tumbles. If I was a weight weenie i might find fault with the saddle, but at a body weight of 220lbs its not a concern.
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Submitted by
Rod
a Cross Country Rider
from Glendale, CA Date Reviewed: September 28, 2001
Favorite Trail:
I don't know its name
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$40.00
Purchased At:
Supergo
Strengths:
After several half-day rides, this seat is without a doubt comfortable, produces no numbness, and is silent - no creaks.
Weaknesses:
Because I sink into the padding, there is some resistance to making little adjustments in seating position by sliding around on it. Maybe for the same reason, the seat tends to feel hot after a couple of hours. These are a minor complaints and the trade-off for overall comfort seems worth it.
Similar Products Used:
WTB SST
Bike Setup:
Litespeed Obed, XT throughout, thudbuster
Bottom Line:
I like it. Its not a race saddle, but it performs well for for extended hilly cross country rides, especially on a hardtail setup.
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Submitted by
Rich
a Weekend Warrior
from Thunder Bay ON Canada Date Reviewed: September 24, 2001
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Price Paid:
$25.00
Purchased At:
cyclepath
Strengths:
Cushion, V-Groove over all size
Weaknesses:
Durability a question that needs to be answered
Similar Products Used:
Specialized comfort Saddle Too darn big
Bike Setup:
used with Rockshox suspension post
Bottom Line:
The saddle is the best I've used so far. The comfort is great as well as the ability to move around on it for the downhills. I do have some question about the durabilty of the plastic framing of the saddle. Some sag has been noticed so far but still holding up strong. My 230lbs. doesn't make it easy on any saddle.
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Submitted by
tim fisher
a Cross Country Rider
from los angles Date Reviewed: September 22, 2001
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Price Paid:
$40.00
Strengths:
economical, very comfy
Weaknesses:
kinda heavy. decals rub off easy- but who really cares.
Similar Products Used:
specialized body geometry
Bike Setup:
cannondale jekyll
Bottom Line:
A fine saddle. If comfort it is a must and you can tolerate the extra grams AND don't want some bloated gel-type thing- I heartily endorse this product. I suspect like many others out there- I paid thirty bucks for a specialized body geometry at supergo and thought I was gettin' some kind of deal. Woe is me, and woe is my rear. If you are in the same boat as I- supergo also sells the WTB and it's still pretty cheap.
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Submitted by
tim fisher
a Cross Country Rider
from los angles Date Reviewed: September 22, 2001
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Price Paid:
$40.00
Strengths:
economical, very comfy
Weaknesses:
kinda heavy. decals rub off easy- but who really cares.
Similar Products Used:
specialized body geometry
Bike Setup:
cannondale jekyll
Bottom Line:
A fine saddle. If comfort it is a must and you can tolerate the extra grams AND don't want some bloated gel-type thing- I heartily endorse this product. I suspect like many others out there- I paid thirty bucks for a specialized body geometry at supergo and thought I was gettin' some kind of deal. Woe is me, and woe is my rear. If you are in the same boat as I- supergo also sells the WTB and it's still pretty cheap.
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Submitted by
Adam
a Cross Country Rider
from Oxford, MS Date Reviewed: September 9, 2001
Favorite Trail:
Fruit Loops
Duration Product Used:
6 months
Purchased At:
Wahu Bike shop
Strengths:
Looks cool and comfortable
Weaknesses:
Hurts my arse like nothing others. Bruised my taint, and made a punk out of me after 3 hours of hard riding
Similar Products Used:
Specialized, Giro, and Schwinn
Bike Setup:
Gary Fisher Sugar 2, Time ATAC pedals, and Panaracer tires
Bottom Line:
It came with the bike, but I'm buying a flite saddle to replace that piece of trash WTB calls a saddle.
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Submitted by
Shawn
a Cross Country Rider
from Redwood City, CA Date Reviewed: August 17, 2001
Favorite Trail:
Whittemore Gulch
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Purchased At:
Came on bike
Strengths:
Looks cool Looks light
Weaknesses:
Hurts my booty Heavy
Similar Products Used:
Ritchey generic saddle (ouch), Terry Liberator (sweeeet)
Bike Setup:
Fisher - Sugar 2
Bottom Line:
This seat is painful. After 10 minutes my booty is in serious pain. I thought it might soften up after a few rides, but nope, it still really hurts. I'm kinda skinny so I don't have any built in padding. Your milage may vary. I'm going back to one of the liberators.
Of course seats are a very subjective thing. You might think this is the best seat ever. It just doesn't work for me.
I'm giving 2 chili's because it doesn't hurt as much as the Ritchey seat.
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Submitted by
Adam
a Weekend Warrior
from Los Angeles Date Reviewed: August 12, 2001
Favorite Trail:
Suicide
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$60.00
Purchased At:
Helen's Cycle in Santa Monica
Strengths:
Strong, soft, wide, sloping nose and numb free
Weaknesses:
nonr
Similar Products Used:
WTB SST.90
Bike Setup:
Freeride Santa Cruz Bullet
Bottom Line:
This saddle is soft and durable. I can ride for hours and I have wiped out many times. This saddle should cost twice as much. If it did I would still own it.
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Submitted by
Pimpmaster Jazz
a Cross Country Rider
from London, UK Date Reviewed: June 27, 2001
Favorite Trail:
The Pimp, Thetford
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Price Paid:
$30.00
Purchased At:
Bike '01 Show at the Birmingham (that's the big one in England) NEC
Strengths:
Comfy as a comfy thing which has taken comfy pills. Looks cool.
Weaknesses:
Heavy, construction (I've already torn the leather type fabric on the underside).
Similar Products Used:
WTB SST, Selle Italia Flite, Specialized tripe
Bike Setup:
Fisher Paragon, SX ti, Fire XC, ESP 9sl, blah de blah...
Bottom Line:
Great saddle for the money. Construction isn't great, but what do you expect for £20. The groove relieves pressure between the legs and the padding is nicely firm. I got on well with my SST, and that's what prompted me to buy this. So far it's been great, and kept my bottom nice and comfy through the Red Bull 24hr.
Totally recommended. The bottom line is it's a bit heavy, but for out and out trail riding what comes first - weight of comfort?
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Submitted by
Erik
a
from Chicago, Il Date Reviewed: June 26, 2001
Duration Product Used:
1 Year
Price Paid:
$25.00
Purchased At:
LBS
Strengths:
perfect fit out of the box, excelent price.
Weaknesses:
None yet
Similar Products Used:
other WTB's, Selle Italia, Specialized
Bike Setup:
Yeti Arc Xtr
Bottom Line:
For the last few years I have been on a quest to find the perfect saddle. This is by far the best saddle I have used as of yet. I have ridden it in several 12 and 24 hour races and many epics with no numbness. Those of you who have had this happen know what I mean. I have and will continue to reccomend this saddle if you spend long periods of time in the saddle. The previous reviewer noted its width and interference in decending, this may be the case I however chalk 'my' poor decending to weak handeling skills.
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Submitted by
Kris Mac Donald
a Weekend Warrior
from San Francisco Date Reviewed: June 17, 2001
Favorite Trail:
Boy Scout
Duration Product Used:
1 Year
Price Paid:
$20.00
Purchased At:
start to finish bicycles (defunct!)
Strengths:
Cushy, like the couch. Good for long distance, too. Never been numb.
Weaknesses:
On descents I would like a saddle that is a little thinner, easier to come off of. I have to spread my legs some to get behind it.
Similar Products Used:
Tried WTB SST.X (Harder than a glass-cutting diamond!)
This product has provided me with a lot of comfortable riding, with enough clout to perform almost on anything I ride. It is inexpensive and doesn't need breaking in. It has form-fit feel. The groove in back, if you decide to ride naked, makes a good escape channel for your ball-sweat. I can't believe I am the first person reviewing this saddle. If you want an all around seat that feels like a Sunday morning where ever you go, this is your seat. If you want a downhill specific seat, this is not your seat. Giving it 5 chilis for value, an excellent buy. 3 chilis for overall rating because the seat isn't specifically designed for one type of riding over another.
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