Are Ergon saddles worth it?
If you’re a rider who wants to be comfortable and efficient, this saddle is worth a look. If you can demo one, that’s a great option as every-body is different, but in our opinion, this saddle is an easy one to recommend.
Are Ergon saddles comfortable?
Ergon has based their entire design philosophy on ergonomics, and the SM Pro is an impressively comfortable saddle as a result. It has a relatively flat profile, a generous anatomical pressure-relief cutout, a classic Y-shape, a slight rise to the tail, and dense yet comfortable padding throughout.
Which saddle is best for long ride?
It’s impossible to recommend a seat that you’re certain to find comfortable. But quite a few long-distance riders favor the Brooks B17 leather saddle. It’s wider in back than most production saddles for sit-bone support, making it suited to riders your size. Plus the leather top breaks into conform to your anatomy.
What is sit bone width?
The average sit bone width for men is 60-160mm and 90-170mm for women. Measuring sit bone width at home is a great way to determine your saddle size, but a professional measurement will give you more information about your riding style using pressure mapping and other digital instruments.
Which Ergon saddle is the most comfortable?
SMC4
Core Comfort equals more comfort and improved pressure distribution of the soft tissue areas. The gel core features a soft structure with more padding in the seat area. This makes the SMC4 the most comfortable mountain bike saddle, all while not loosing its sporty appearance.
What is the lightest MTB saddle?
The nose is wide enough so that you can comfortably sit on the front of the saddle on steep climbs, while also being short enough to not get caught on your shorts. The titanium-railed saddle is the lightest option, but there are options for Cromoly and Steel, too.