Saddle and seat-post reviews

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

The Selle Italia Ladyflow women's saddle may not suit everyone due to its large cut-out and reduced sit bone support.

By Cycling Weekly Published 23 March 15

The Fizik Mistica is the latest stubby saddle intended for time trial use. The shape is designed to relieve perineal pressure when in an aggressive position.

By Oliver Bridgewood Published 15 February 17

Fizik Antares Versus Braided Saddle £159.99

By Mike Hawkins Published 3 October 13

The Prologo Kappa Evo DEA is a striking saddle with its bold white and black colourway microfiber cover, semi-round profile and sloping nose.

By Cycling Weekly Published 24 March 15

A saddle that costs £360? Let's hope the Astute Skycarb VT saddle can live up to expectations.

By Henry Robertshaw Published 9 July 15

Fizik’s Arione Donna is the women’s version of their popular Arione saddle, preserving the long profile of the men's version but widened to better suit women's anatomy.

By Cycling Weekly Published 18 March 15

We take the new Mirror tech from Specialized for a spin

By Rupert Radley Published 2 June 20

The staple saddle of Specialized’s road range, the ever-evolving Toupé has been a favourite of many for nearly a decade

By James Bracey Published 11 May 16

The Pro Griffon Lady women's saddle has a rounded profile with a small cut-out for ventilation. It's comfortable padding comes into its own particularly for less even road surfaces.

By Cycling Weekly Published 12 March 15

The Selle San Marco Mantra Superleggera is a super lightweight saddle that won't leave you hurting after a long ride

By Symon Lewis Published 19 September 17

An ideal perch for those who want space to move around as the effort on the pedals dictates

By Michelle Arthurs-Brennan Published 24 January 20

Designed to ride on the smoothest of tarmac and the most demanding of pavé, but will the Fizik Antares R3 saddle deliver comfort?

By Hannah Bussey Published 10 February 20

Saddle test: Specialized Toupe Pro £100

By Cycling Weekly Published 21 November 13

A flexy rear end provides comfort but the cutout won't suit all

By Michelle Arthurs-Brennan Published 24 February 21

The Essax Adrenaline R is the performance saddle of the Spanish brand’s range, aiming to hit the targets of stiffness, lightweight and comfort.

By Henry Robertshaw Published 7 February 15

The best thing you can say about a new saddle is that you don't notice that it's new, and that's exactly the case with the Astute Skyline Pilarga SR saddle.

By James Bracey Published 5 May 16

We tested out the new Specialized Power MIMIC women's saddle to see if it proved the answer to soft tissue discomfort on the bike

By Michelle Arthurs-Brennan Published 29 November 18

By Cycling Weekly Published 23 March 09

Saddle review: Selle Italia SLR Flow £109

By Cycling Weekly Published 21 November 13

Saddle review: Prologo Nago Evo Ti 1.4 £100

By Cycling Weekly Published 21 November 13

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