Bike seats for all activities

Road and triathlon: width, cut and short nose

On a road saddle, the cyclist rests on their sit bones, the two bones of the pelvis: the width should match their spacing, which can be measured on a corrugated cardboard. The Selle Italia Flite Superflow, Prologo Dimension, or Pro Stealth feature a central cut that relieves pressure on soft tissues, most with a shortened nose that makes it easier to adopt a low position. In triathlon, ISM saddles go further: their two-pronged open nose eliminates perineal pressure on the extensions, and a rear hook allows you to hang the bike by the saddle in the transition area.

The other components

The components also come in different types:

• Saddle posts.
• Clamps.
• Stems.
• Handlebars.
• Grips.
• Bar tape.
• Bells.

All components are gathered on the peripheral components page.

MTB and BMX: riding saddles and pivotal system

On an engaged MTB, the saddle mainly serves to guide the bike with the thighs. The Chromag Semenuk, developed with rider Brandon Semenuk, combines eight millimetre chromoly rails, a synthetic cover reinforced with Kevlar panels, and silicone-printed sides for better grip on the saddle in the air. In BMX, the pivotal system fixes the saddle with a single screw going through the post, without rails: lightweight and sturdy, it adjusts in seconds. The Deity Frisco takes inspiration from the padding of old motorcycle saddles, while the Kink Williams dresses its thick foam in corduroy.

Comfort saddles and children's seats: riding upright

On a city bike, the cyclist sits almost upright and puts more weight on the saddle: a wide and cushioned seat makes sense. The Selle Royal Drifter Plus combines three-dimensional gel padding, two springs underneath the back, and vintage-style metal rivets; the Avenue focuses on gel and an anatomical channel. For children, the front seat Shotgun Pro fixes between the saddle post and the headset of a MTB and can accommodate a child from two to five years old, up to twenty-seven kilos, with feet held by adjustable footrests. The Montegrappa and XLC saddles equip children's bikes.

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Frequently asked questions

How do you measure the spacing of your sit bones?

Sit on a piece of corrugated cardboard placed on a hard chair, feet on the ground and torso bent as if on the bike. Measure the distance between the centre of the two impressions, then add two to three centimetres to get the appropriate saddle width.

Why do we have pain in our buttocks after a bike ride?

Pain often comes from a saddle that is too wide or too narrow for the sit bones, an incorrectly adjusted height that causes the pelvis to rock, or a return that is too quick. First correct the adjustment, then change the saddle if discomfort persists.

Is a heavily cushioned saddle more comfortable?

For a short ride in an upright position, yes. For several hours on the road, thick foam compresses and squeezes soft tissues: a firm saddle of the right width better supports the weight on the sit bones.

How do you adjust saddle height?

With the pedal at the bottom, heel on it, the leg should be straight; when pedalling on the front of the foot, the knee should have a slight flexion. Adjust in increments of a few millimetres and check that the pelvis does not tilt.

How do you change your bike saddle?

Loosen the screw on the rail under the saddle, remove the old one and place the new one on its rails, in the middle of their adjustment zone. Set the setback and angle, then tighten to the specified torque, without exceeding the rail marking.