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Caveman
a Recreational Rider
from Date Reviewed: May 12, 2005
Strengths: Value
Reasonably paddedWeaknesses: NoneBottom Line: This saddle came stock on my Airborne and I expected to change it immediately. I tested the Fizik Arione, Arione Tri and Aliante. The Arione didn't live up to the hype. The Arione Tri was significantly better than the basic ARione. The Aliante was excellent. So why am I talking about Fizik sadles when this is supposed to be about the Octavia? As much as I liked the Aliante it wasn't $175 better than the Octavia. I would probably trade the Octavia plus $50 for the Aliante but that's about it. I've done several 40+ mile rides on the Octavia with no numbing and I generally don't even think about the saddle at all. That's pretty good for a 'generic' saddle. I have a Max Flite Gel on another bike I own and I used to think it was a pretty decent saddle. I rode that bike the other day after not riding it for a few weeeks and the saddle was torture compared to the Octavia. I saw Octavia saddles recently in a mail order catalog for $30. That's a great buy for a very good sadlle. Don't let the fact that it's not a Fizik or other high end saddle scare you away. This is a very good saddle at any price.
Similar Products Used: Max flite Gel, San Marco Era, Fizik Arione and Aliante
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AaronC
a Road Racer
from Date Reviewed: January 1, 2005
Strengths: Stability, comfort, handles mountainbike racing too.Bottom Line: I had been having lower back problems, for a host of reasons. As part of a pro bike fit, I tried 7 different saddles, and this was the most comfortable and kept my pelvis the most stable.
On 100 mile rides I don't get pressure points or any discomfort. I like the feel of this saddle so much, I fitted it to all 4 of my bikes, 2 of which are mountain bikes.
Similar Products Used: Sella San Marco Arami, Selle Italia Oktavia Genuine Gel, Turbolite, Ritchey.
Bike Setup: Giant TCR.
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elvisarmstrong
a Recreational Rider
from Date Reviewed: November 14, 2004
Strengths: Compact, relativeley light and cheap. Comfortable. Wings protected by plastic.Weaknesses: Not overly grooved like some designs.Bottom Line: When I ordered my bike, a Diamondback Hockenheim, I was told the saddle would be basic. I was pleasantly surprised to find the elastic webbing underneath. I have covered 1500 miles on it and apart from losing the graphics still looks like new. I am a great fan of elasticated bases (my mountain bike has a similar design) as they really do give a more comfortable ride for me.
Bike Setup: Altec2 tubing and Ultegra components.
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sbwirtz
a Road Racer
from Date Reviewed: January 28, 2004
Strengths: Came in celeste. Looks cool.Weaknesses: Irritating squeeking sound in nose. Cover began to "flake" after 2 weeks of use. Designed for narrow sit bones.Bottom Line: I had great expectations for this saddle based on what appears to be a solid design. I can't say the saddle has lived up to those expectations. (I weigh approx 185 lbs 5'10")
Favorite Ride: RAGBRAI
Price Paid:
$80.00
Purchased At: Bianchi USA
Similar Products Used: Flite
Bike Setup: Bianchi lugged steel, various Campy
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RoadKIll_RN
a Recreational Rider
from Trabuco Canyon, CA, USADate Reviewed: May 29, 2003
Strengths: Flexy nose, low profile, durable comfy!Weaknesses: Graphics decals wore off after 250 miles...Bottom Line: Nice Saddle. But they ARE strictly rider's choice! Unfortunatly, you gotta try 'em AFTER ya buy 'em.....
Ong rides (>60 miles) are really no prob. with this saddle. I LOVE Selle Italia saddles... Flite Gel, Turbomatic grace my other bikes. This is the most comfortable, for my butt.
Favorite Ride: Newport Coast Drive or the Solvang Century, depending on the time of year...
Price Paid:
$50.00
Purchased At: SuperGo
Similar Products Used: Specialized BG pro, Selle Italia Flite Gel, S. I. Turbomatic
Bike Setup: Specialized Allez Sport. Speedplay X-1, Ritchy 110 MM stem, Ritchey Pro bars, 105 gruppo. Cinnelli tape, Mich. Pro Race tires, Shimano 540 wheelset.
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