Saddle and seat-post reviews

Selle Italia says this is the "dream saddle of any athlete." We decided to find out whether this bold statement can be substantiated

By Chris Hovenden Published 9 September 15

Brooks recently unveiled its lightest saddle to date, the Brooks Cambium C13. After multiple rides here are our thoughts

By Chris Hovenden Published 7 February 16

Saddle review: Ritchey WCS contrail £95

By Cycling Weekly Published 21 November 13

A short nosed saddle specifically for women.

By Hannah Bussey Published 25 September 19

If you move around a lot when riding, then the Selle Italia Novus Flow saddle might be a good choice, but otherwise there are better options on the market.

By James Bracey Published 12 June 16

The Bontrager Montrose Elite saddle is a great, reasonably priced saddle that is comfortable and easy to set up, plus there's even a 30 day trial period.

By James Bracey Published 10 June 16

Its innovative design certainly raises eyebrows, and Essax are making some big claims about its performance benefits, but does this play out on the road?

By Henry Robertshaw Published 14 January 15

Scicon has worked with ASG Bike Science to create a high performing perch

By Michelle Arthurs-Brennan Published 17 January 20

The Morgaw Forsage saddle has vibration dampeners built into the design, so it should give a more comfortable ride, but in reality the difference is slight.

By Henry Robertshaw Published 6 April 16

Budget saddle which is comfortable for more racy riders.

By Paul Norman Published 29 May 15

Specialized has taken its 'beyond gender' approach to saddles

By Michelle Arthurs-Brennan Published 4 March 20

How much can a suspension seat post add in the era of wide tyres and comfort geometry? A lot, it seems

By Will Thompson Published 11 September 20

Fizik Antares 00 saddle - Minimal-looking, range-topping saddle for just under £260

By Cycling Weekly Published 3 August 10

Fizik's Aliante saddle is designed for less flexible riders, which it calls Bulls. We've tested its carbon railed version.

By Paul Norman Published 7 November 16

The Prologo Zero II saddle is designed for aggressive riding over short to medium durations, but we think it’s suitable for much more than that.

By Henry Robertshaw Published 26 February 15

The Specialized S-Works Power saddle is made for serious riders who are looking for performance and great spec, with a unique shape that works really well.

By Nick Busca Published 6 September 16

The Fizik Aliante VSX KIUM saddle is a very comfortable saddle with a central relief channel for inflexible riders who cycles in a more upright position.

By Henry Robertshaw Published 15 January 16

The Cobb Plus is not a nice saddle to look at, but it is one of the most comfortable I have ever tried, particularly on long rides and on time trial bikes.

By Nick Busca Published 19 August 16

The Cadex Boost saddle sits in Giant's performance component range, designed for those who like aggressive riding

By Rupert Radley Published 22 February 20

The Specialized Romin Evo turns out to be saddle Utopia for one picky reviewer

By Michelle Arthurs-Brennan Last updated 27 July 21

The latest offering from the age old manufacturer, we tested the Selle Italia SLR Team Edition Flow saddle

By Cycling Weekly Published 9 March 15

Pitched against offerings from other brands, we took the Pro Falcon saddle out for some long rides

By Cycling Weekly Published 10 March 15

Fabric is based in Frome, Somerset and makes a range of different saddles, with its Scoop being available in a wide variety of shapes, materials and colours. We've reviewed the Flat profile with carbon rails.

By Paul Norman Published 22 January 16

Selle Italia’s X-LR saddle is a comfortable, lightweight choice

By Paul Norman Published 8 November 18

Made for less flexibile riders, the Fizik Aliante VS Kium saddle features a groove down the middle to reduce perineal pressure creating a comfortable perch.

By James Bracey Published 17 June 16

Fizik's reimagining of a long distance comfort saddle is a revelation

By James Bracey Published 28 November 19

Selle Italia SlS Monolink saddle turned heads for its unique single rail, but works well long into a 100 miles later test ...

By Mike Hawkins Published 9 June 14