Fizik Arione Titanium World Champs

Price Paid:  $110.00 at www.totalcycling.com

Favorite Ride:
Drop the Doc

Bike Setup:
Colnago C-40, full Dura Ace with SRM power meter, Mavic Krsyrium SL wheels with Michelin Pro Race lights. Deda Newton bar and stem.

Summary:
My San Marco Era saddle was getting to look a bit tattered and I was looking to lighten up my ride prior to a training camp in Majorca. So I purchased a saddle that was suppose to reduce the pressure. Needless to say, NEVER change saddles prior to a week of big miles. I developed severe pain in my upper left leg and could barely sit on the saddle. I came home and purchased a Fizik Aireon saddle and love it. All of my leg pain went away instantly. At last nights group ride, my legs felt great due to the increased blood flow and I had no pain in my siatic nerve. This thing is a keeper and it looks awesome to boot.

Strengths:
Comfort, style and weight.

Weaknesses:
None so far.

Similar Products Used:
San Marco Era and Aspide Arrowhead (do not buy this saddle)

Price Paid:  $101.00 at eBay

Favorite Ride:
Any that I don't get dropped on.

Bike Setup:
RUSS DENNY CUSTOM. CAMPY 10 SPEED. FSA TEAM ISSUE CRANKS. DEDA BARS/STEM
REYNOLDS WHEELS.

Summary:
I don't have the fancy World Champ. edition just the plain ole black arione saddle. I have been riding since 1975 and this is the most comfortable saddle I have ever used. It is even comfortable when I'm sitting on the nose of the saddle when I use my clip on bars for TTs. I just ordered a second arione for my second bike.

Strengths:
COMFORTABLE. LIGHT.

Weaknesses:
NONE

Similar Products Used:
Selle Italia SLR, Genuine Gel Flite
Selle San Marco ERA
Countless others that aren't even manufactured anymore.

Price Paid:  $100.00 at Incycle

Favorite Ride:
Busta-Ride

Bike Setup:
CAAD7, full DA, K's w/ Carbon comps, wcs stem, ec90 bar, blackstick, mavic win-tech 'puter.

Summary:
Probably the best looking saddle ever. Looks alone just tops the charts! The longer platform allows for more adjustments, especially on climbs. Same saddle Simoni and Astarloa use(d) on team Saeco. Very comfortable. Was already happy with my little SLR when I stumbled upon a bike shop...saw this baby and didn't hesitate since I know it will be difficult to find. Also helped that the shop gave me a discount for being part of a club...so if you're part of a club, ask your LBS if they'd honor it. That's how I paid for what I paid.

Strengths:
Exclusivity (World's colors), more contact area, looks, comfort, used by team Saeco. Goes with any color scheme.

Weaknesses:
Price, you can get lighter saddles for much cheaper. Heavier than top of the line Aliante' model. Will be hard to find due to high demand.

Similar Products Used:
Flite gel, Aspide, SLR.

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