Specialized Oura Expert Gel women's saddle review

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

Specialized Oura Expert Gel women's saddle
Cycling Weekly Verdict

A saddle suited to riders who want to slide forwards during hard efforts and still find comfort when backing off. The cut out proved comfortable and width options were welcome - though the curvaceous profile won't be for everyone.

Reasons to buy
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    Room to move around

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    Good sized cut out

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    Plenty of width options

Reasons to avoid
  • -

    Downward slope won't suit all

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The Specialized Oura is a saddle that's favoured by riders who like to have space to move around on the bike. If you find yourself perching on the end during flat-out efforts then rolling backwards when relaxing - and want a perch to suit both needs - it's a good call.

The goal is to offer optimal power transfer sought by racers - allowing them to smash out the watts both on the flat and on an incline.

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