NiteRider said:Okay, I realize this is highly subjective, but can anyone suggest some
very comfortable saddles for a bike put together with comfort in mind
first and foremost? It's for general tooling around at moderate speeds
but will occasionally get used on long tours and charity rides,
meaning up to 10 hours in the saddle at a time. I tried the Brooks
route many years ago and didn't care for it. Currently running a
Selle Royal Avenue Gel on this bike. Has anyone had experience with
the Tricosports Ultralounge or other Tricosports gel saddles?
As some have mentioned, the Flite is a good choice. However, the Flite is now a
whole line of saddles. I like the original. It's very popular among pros, but
some people find it too small. Another that's very popular among pros but more
substantial than the Flite is the Turbomatic 4. Just about everyone seems to
agree these are very comfortable. However, they're hard to find in the US these
days, unlike earlier versions which were ubiquitious. My recommendation -- if
you're skinny and fit go for a Flite. If you're larger and softer, or just like
a more substantial saddle, go for a Turbomatic 4.
I'm riding a Terry which is similar to a Flite but with more padding and a hole.
Terrys generally get high marks from reviewers and riders alike. I'd actually
prefer a Flite, but the Terry has been fine too. I'm thinking of getting
another one for my mountain bike. I don't think much of the hole, but it works
fine anyway.
Matt O.