Does Selle Italia Flite Genuine Gel have rigid shell?

Question

I am asking for version without a cutout. The question is about the shell (not the padding) -- when you press with your hand in the middle of the saddle (from top to down, like you would sit on it) -- does the shell flex?

Please note, I am not asking about opinion/recommendation, just data about stiffness of this particular saddle.

Answer 1

Yes I had a Selle Italia Flite Genuine Gel this summer and it was very stiff and rigid...it was wonderful.

Answer 2

There is approximately 5mm of gel padding, over a reasonably flexible base on the Flite Gel. I would not consider it an especially rigid saddle.