Saddle advice - looking to replace Bontrager Race Basic
themightyw
Posts: 409
Hi folks.
I'm considering replacing the Bontrager Race Basic saddle that came as standard with my Trek 1.5. I'm not keen to spend a huge amount of money on a replacement, so don't want to go overboard.
Does anyone actually know what the constructioin of the Bontrager Race Basic is? I'm assuming it's a foam compound of some sort.
I was thinking of going for a gel saddle at around the £50 mark, but wasn't sure whether this would actually be a significant improvement over what I've got.
Rather hard to buy a saddle, since the only way I can think of for buying the right one is to head out for a few hours and try it out
Also I know that what's posterior heaven for one person might well be hell for someone else.
Any advice or pointers appreciated.
TMW
I'm considering replacing the Bontrager Race Basic saddle that came as standard with my Trek 1.5. I'm not keen to spend a huge amount of money on a replacement, so don't want to go overboard.
Does anyone actually know what the constructioin of the Bontrager Race Basic is? I'm assuming it's a foam compound of some sort.
I was thinking of going for a gel saddle at around the £50 mark, but wasn't sure whether this would actually be a significant improvement over what I've got.
Rather hard to buy a saddle, since the only way I can think of for buying the right one is to head out for a few hours and try it out
Also I know that what's posterior heaven for one person might well be hell for someone else.
Any advice or pointers appreciated.
TMW
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Most Selle Italia dealers do a demo service, that is a good starting point. Fizik seem to be very popliar too, I use Aliantes, your mileage may vary...0
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Much obliged, kind sir.0
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I got a Selle Italia Flite Gel Flow from evans a while back. Seriously comfortable so would recommend it but it is pricey.
Anyway, my SI saddle came with a 30 day no fuss returns slip. Said I could return it to the retailer within 30 days (normal use) if I didn't like it.
Obviously you can't do this if you fall and rip it or whatever.0
