The saddle part of a bike is designed to support most but not all of the rider's weight. The saddle's nose also assists in balancing and steering.
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Getting the right cockpit position. Sliding forward. What should I adjust to keep my sit bones on the seat?
I am experienced rider and I'm looking for some advice on how to adjust my cockpit position. I am a daily commuter, and do regular 40-50k rides on the weekends, and with the warmer weather will work ...
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How much of the saddle rail is suiteable to use
Is it possible to safely set the seat to the max to get the saddle as far forward as it will go. Or should it only be clamped within the marked range 0 to 3.5? I have marked the points in red. The ...
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Folding Bike Seat Post Replacement
I have a folding bike (basically this Origin8 model) and the seat/seat post got stolen.
I haven't replaced a seat post before, but this is the only replacement post I could find, and I'm not sure ...
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longer seatpost for a folding bike
I bought a Hopper 20" Folding Electric bike. This is basically a white-branded Viking E-Go bike when sold via Tesco UK.
But I am quite tall so I need a longer seatpost for it to be comfortable to ...
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Uncomfortable road saddle, how to choose a saddle for my riding?
I have a selle royale laser saddle. Its pretty uncomfortable but not bad for pedalling. I would like to change my city road bike saddle. Does anyone have recommendations, and rules of thumb for ...
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Ladies Western Flyer [closed]
I have a great vintage Western Flyer, Ladies bike, that I am trying to find a few parts for. I need to replace the rear Altenburger Synchron brake and I want to replace the seat and pedals back to ...
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Saddle height vs absorbing drop impacts
Let's assume the following saddle heights:
ultra low (bmx, DJ)
low (slopestyle)
medium
high
ultra high (XC)
In videos on the internet we sometimes see pro DH riders riding with a medium to high ...
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keyed (locking) skewers and seat bolts: recommendations? [duplicate]
I know nothing is thief proof, but some systems are more of a deterrent than others. Looking for recommendations for good systems. Perhaps more importantly I'd like to hear about systems found to be ...
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1answer
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Saddle Rail Failure?
I've been running a non-brand name full carbon saddle for less than a year. It lasted through a couple of crashes and 'cross season. But when my usual ride stopped for coffee, I found out both rails ...
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1answer
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How to lace up a mishapen brooks?
I have a brooks saddle that has bedded in, slightly out of alignment so that one side is lower than the other. I have heard that it is possible to 'lace up' the saddle in order to retain its shape? ...
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I can't sit on my sit bones
I'm 195cm and 80kg. For as long as I can remember, I haven't been able to sit on my sit bones comfortably. In hard wooden chairs I slouch or lean far forwards. Plastic seats, such as on a metro, are ...
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Clipless pedals, saddle height and proper starting (and stopping)
I commute ~20 km a day and decided to give clipless pedals a try. I installed my cleats following a guide on the web: under the ball of the foot, very slightly behind to relieve the toes, especially ...
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Does anyone make a split seat clamp?
I built an 'Urban Mountain Bike' and I sometimes like to take it off drops. Accordingly, I cut the 'nub' that sticks up above the top tube so that the seat can be removed without a scary open pipe ...
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Why are BMX saddles so low?
I've seen a lot of teenagers riding BMX bikes recently.
It seems that most if not all of the guys I've seen riding their BMX bikes around the streets, car parks, local parks, etc have a frame that's ...
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Why are some leather saddles laced at the bottom and should I do this to mine?
Some Leather saddles, such at the brooks b17 imperial have holes at the bottom for lacing.
What does lacing a leather saddle do and should I (or when should I) do this to my own leather saddle? ...
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1answer
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What to get for my second saddle?
I am a 16mi/day commuter and have been for the last two years. When I bought my bike the first thing I replaced was the warn stock saddle with one of those "couch on a stick" models. Say what you ...
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4answers
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Saddle for beginner rider!
I havent ridden a bike since I was a kid. And now I just purchased a second hand one to go to and from work and I found the seat like sitting on a block of wood. It was horrible! What is the best seat ...
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1answer
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Does stripe in Selle Italia saddles form a channel?
NOTE -- I am NOT asking about saddles with hole (cutout).
Some saddles from Selle Italia have very distinctive stripe, take for example Selle Italia SL:
The question is -- does such stripe form ...
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What are the main differences between road saddles and mountain saddles?
There are thousands of saddles out there. Some are designated as road saddles while others are mountain saddles. However, the marketing copy does not seem to describe the difference between the two ...
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2answers
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Does Selle Italia Flite Genuine Gel have rigid shell?
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) -- ...
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1answer
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What are the differences between Specialized Targa and Henge?
Namely I am interested in such data:
length
the width of the nose
I couldn't find a picture of Targa from the side -- is Targa (looking from side) a flat saddle? (Henge is not)
is the shell flexible ...
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1answer
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What is the purpose of the channel in my seat?
What is the purpose of the channel in my seat? Is it just for comfort or does it have some medical benefits?
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Padded saddle VS padded shorts
Why do cyclists use padded shorts instead of padded saddle? It seems like putting padding on the saddle would be more optimal. Doubly so for triathlon.
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1answer
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What are the strengths and weaknesses of Rido saddles?
I've started riding more often now (big plus), and as a result am getting, ahem, saddle issues with my classic San Marco Rolls saddle. I'm an average build, 5' 8-9". The saddle issues are mainly ...
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Is it possible to measure your sit bones at home?
Some bike shops have gel pads that you sit on to measure the distance between your sit bones. Is it possible to take this measurement on your own at home, or does this really require special-purpose ...
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3answers
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How do I properly apply chamois cream?
There is a lot of advice out there to use chamois cream on long rides to prevent sores and chafing. How are you supposed to apply it?
In particular I'm curious about the following:
Do you apply ...
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What can women do to get comfortable in the saddle?
I am fairly new to cycling and have a road bike which I am really enjoying but I cannot get comfortable in the saddle. Not so much bum bones, but lady bits! Any suggestions?
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What type of saddle doesn't hurt the pelvic bone?
I have been having issues with my pelvic bone when riding my bike. I have a very good bike, and the saddle is wide, but after riding 10 minutes my pelvic bone kills me to the point that I have to stop ...
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Why doesn't “butt soreness” affect serious cyclists?
Over time, my seat (butt) has been broken in by my saddle. I don't have a callus, and nothing obvious has changed. Physiologically, why doesn't riding cause seat soreness anymore?
On the flip-side, ...
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1answer
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San Marco Concor — is there a “pocket” in non-cutout version?
I've read that San Marco Regale instead of having cutout implemented a relief zone (see: Regale review). So visually it is like non-cutout saddle, however something-which-works-like-a-cutout is ...
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2answers
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Cube Scape seat creaking
Having some problems with my seat. I have a Cube Analog Disc 2012 bike, the blue color-scheme. After only 100km, the seat started creaking. I sent it back to the shop and received a brand new seat ...
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Replace stock cannondale bad boy jekyll saddle
I am looking to replace the stock saddle of an old cannondale bad boy jekyll with something more comfortable. The local store tells me that since cannondale does not produce their own saddles, I ...
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How do you protect the underside of your brooks leather saddle?
I'm new to leather saddles and I'm working on breaking mine in. I'm using a Brooks B17 Narrow. I use clip on fenders with my bike when the weather is bad. However, sometimes I get caught in the rain, ...
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What is the best treatment (not prevention) of saddle sores
What is the best way to treat saddle sores?
Loose clothes, Gold Bond medicated powder, or Moisturizer?
What seems to help reduce the painful symptoms of saddles sores once you already have them? ...
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Is it possible to fit this Tioga Mc Groove saddle on my bicycle?
See images here.
The bar the new Tioga saddle is mounted on is a bit thicker than the one the original (terrible) saddle is mounted on and won't fit as is.
I can take the old saddle off its bar ...
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Why do I do the “saddle shuffle” when riding?
I was browsing some time trial videos on YouTube and came across a video on saddle shuffling, and I've been noticing that I do the same saddle shuffle a lot when riding hard. Did not really know it ...
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Keeping a leather saddle in good condition
Is shoe polish a good or at least adequate solution for keeping a leather saddle in good condition? And/or better options?
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How to make a cutout in a Fizik Arione? [closed]
My goal -- I would like to make a cutout in Fizik Arione.
My question is addressed to people who tried to make a cutout by themselves.
My very simple question is -- how to do a cutout in Arione by ...
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1answer
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Best rest length for “getting your seat”
I am just getting back on my bike after a couple years and have quickly been made to remember that it takes time to get your butt used to the saddle. I've read articles about "getting your seat" and ...
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1answer
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The width of Profile Design Tri Stryke saddle (with cutout)?
I am interested in Profile Design Tri Stryke Saddle (with cutout), however there is no specs on the website, nor the manufacter answers my e-mail. So maybe somebody has this saddle and would be so ...
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1answer
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Seatpost won't let me set my saddle “level”
I recently changed my saddle and I've found I'm unable to get my new saddle level (as measured with spirit level).
The problem is the seatpost clamp - it has teeth on both the concave top of the ...
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How can I make my own chamois cream?
I am about to ride a 300km brevet, and the plan is to let the faster bike alone at home, and go with a heavier one, for a lot of reasons, and one of them is the riding position on the fast one makes ...
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4answers
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Guidelines for buying a new seat
So far my only approach to buying a seat is "That looks like a good one, I'll buy it and hope it works for me."
That isn't very cost effective... I don't think the bike store will let me return it ...
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What are the advantages of angling your saddle down?
I have seen a few people do this where their saddle was angled down a bit. Why would someone do that?
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Getting a cycling saddle that fits
I'm thinking of getting a new seat on my exercise bike
How can I ensure that the seat will fit?
Are there different types of fitting? How many types?
My one the bike seat involves 2 hexagonal bolts ...
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2answers
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What should I consider when buying a saddle?
My current saddle is starting to show its age and isn't as comfortable as I'd like on longer rides. I am considering buying a new one.
Obviously saddles differ in price and weight, but what other ...
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How long does it take to get used to a hard saddle?
I recently "upgraded" to a Romin Comp Gel saddle from a soft racing saddle because my old one, while extremely comfortable on long road rides, wasn't working for the TT position I'm now practicing for ...
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Adjusting saddle angle on a road bike (drop bars)
I'll preface this by saying that I've been a mountain biker for over a decade, including XC racing for a couple years. I've never had a hard time adjusting the saddle angle (tilt forward or back) on ...
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How to adjust seat saddle and saddle position for knee pain?
I understand that a seat too high can cause:
hips rocking trying to extend to pedals
pain in the back of the knee
And that a seat too low can cause:
can't fully extend legs
pain in front of the ...
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Can a hybrid bike seat be used on a road bike?
I'm new to road bike riding. At my local bike shop they fitted me for a Bontrager Nebula Plus to replace the stock seat that came with the bike.
The Bontrager website says this seat is designed for ...
