New Saddles in the LAB!
With Fizik's new VS line, we've added their race-proven shapes to our test fleet. Starting with the Arione (unisex or Donna women's model) and Antares, we'll be working with Fizik saddles to suit every rider. We've also added the new Mistica triathlon saddle, which improves on the Tritone shape for triathlon racing.
Also check out the new models from ISM -- the PN 1.1 and PR 2.0 are popular with both triathletes and roadies.
We've also added two of Selle SMP's larger, more cushioned saddles: the Plus and the TRK. The Plus is from the road line, with the rich Italian leather of those seats; the TRK is from the touring line, aimed more toward recreational riders or those needing maximum cushioning.
Koobi now offers the 232K, a mid-padded saddle that hits the sweet spot between the 232T (firm) and 232Sprint (soft); and also the new Fusion with a wider cutout. Triathletes rejoice!
See also the new Tri saddles from Selle Italia (Iron Flow), Prologo (TGale), VO2 (Evolve), and Profile Design (Vertex).
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 FIZIK ARIONE VS - we've always shied away from saddles by Fizik, despite their Italian race history, because their shapes didn't protect vital soft tissues. Now Fizik's new VS line has added central channels to eliminate numbness and nerve damage. So, we present the race-tested Arione, in VS form. With moderate padding and narrow width, the Arione is great for aggressive road cyclists.

FIZIK ANTARES VS - The Antares features a little wider base than the Arione, which makes it more suitable for less aggressive (more upright) road bike positions. The new VS model offers the nerve-sparing central channel, for better long distance comfort. Fizik saddles are available with several types of rails, including manganese, Ki:um (lighter), and carbon (lightest). cushioning. It features the large central cutout and "beak" shape that defines SMP -- and leaves soft tissues free of pressure and numbness. Our demo saddle is the "Man" version (160mm wide), but suitable for either gender to test. It's not a lightweight, and uses a synthetic cover, but at $80 is one of SMP's least expensive models.
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 Selle SMP Dynamic: for those who want a less-padded road saddle, we've added the SMP Dynamic. Like all SMP road saddles, the Dynamic is hand-made in Italy, with a full cutout extending the length of the saddle. 274 mm long by 138 mm wide, the Dynamic fits a wide range of riders. Like all SMP pro saddles, the Dynamic is available with metal or carbon rails and in a wide range of colors (including women's).
 Fizik Mistica Triathlon - New for 2017, the Mistica takes the best of the Tritone saddle -- short nose, relief channel, built in hydration clip -- and adds some significant improvements. Many found the Tritone hard, and too sharp at the front corners: the Mistica adds much-needed front padding and rounded edges -- now you can sit on the nose through that 112-mile bike leg! The saddle comes standard with a full hydration mounting system, ready for bottle cages or other accessories.
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