Description Minimalist competition road saddle with medically-tested, scientifically-proven Body Geometry fit technology. Available in two different width options to provide optimal fit.
Summary: Generally comfortable saddle. Used the "seat meter" that measures ischial tuberosity width. This seat works well if you ride with your pelvis moderately tilted forward. I ride with a more forward (probably "extreme") tilt that results in some thigh chafe. The useless plastic parts have come off despite gentle treatment. Why did Specialized ever put them on? I have moved on to a Nashbar saddle (Race 2).
Strengths: Pretty good comfort. Various widths.
Weaknesses: Plastic accent pieces were a very bad idea.
Similar Products Used: E2 FormGel. Nashbar Race2.
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Summary: Comfortable saddle for me, but not very durable. Left side rear of saddle broken after about 1500 miles of road use. I weigh about 190 lbs, but have never had a saddle break in this way, or after such short use.
Strengths: Very comfortable somewhat flexible split saddle absorbs road shock, easy for me to adapt to, limits pressure on sensitive areas, no chafing.
Weaknesses: Poor durability, saddle did not last, broken left side rear part of saddle after about 1500 miles. I would pay the high cost for the comfort factor, but can' afford such a short life for the cost.
Similar Products Used: Specialized Alias - reasonably comfortable for an upright riding position, but flare out of rear of saddle chafes on long rides on road setup in the drops. More durable.
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Summary: Light and comfortable but very poor durability.
I have now owned 3 of these saddles, each one has been a pleasure to ride until they broke. Two things break on this saddle. The first is the plastic nose cover, this has a tendency to get caught on your clothes as you stand up to sprint and snaps off. The second is more serious, after 6 month all of the saddles have developed cracks under one side, which ultimately propagate along the length of the saddle rendering it useless.
Summary: I wanted a saddle that was light & comfortable but most importantly has large cut-out to maximise circulation. My research led me to pick this saddle. For the most part was very happy however after 6 months shell developed a crack on what appeared to be a molding seam, took back to LBS where purchased and got the brush-off, went back a month later to be told warranty had been denied as they claimed was impact damage (not possible as had never had any impact whatsoever) I asked for saddle back so that I could take up direct, saddle "lost"!!!!!!
Strengths: Very light, quite comfortable for weight, looked great.
Weaknesses: Not durable, terrible, terrible customer service for such a premium brand. Based on this experience will never buy Specialized again.
Similar Products Used: Selle Bassano, Rav X
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Summary: Well, I preface my review with the full understanding that saddle affinity is very subjective. But after a long search for a saddle, this is the on for me. It addressed numbness issues pretty much completely for me. The fact the saddle is still w/ minimal padding is fine for me, as I race and am strong so I don't need much. But, what I think is helpful for everyone, is that the saddle comes in different sizes. I have the 155. For reference, I am 6"1, 180 lbs
Strengths: Design for numbness relief, comes in multiple sizes
Weaknesses: Stupid carbon-looking plastic tip that is actually sharp and hurts if you back your bum into it
Similar Products Used: Many
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