I'm a big guy 6'3" and 265lbs with a MTB I ride for commuting and weekend trail rides. Is this for 10+ mile comfort? Want to avoid "private soreness"
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Well I'm about 80#s lighter, but this seat is more comfortable than others I've tried. I use on mountain bike and ride forest service roads well over 10 miles. it keeps pressure off private parts, but you'll still have to adjust forward or back some because you'll get pressure on cheeks and want to move around a bit.
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probably will need a better seat than this.i ride to work 8 miles waering cushion shorts and i still get a little sorness..
922879
I'm 6'2" & 250 lbs and I successfully bent this saddle out of shape. I'm not sure when or how, but the metal frame support you can see visible underneath got distorted. It wasn't all that comfortable to begin with and now it is absolutely unusable. I don't feel right giving it an actual star rating, because it doesn't claim to be designed to carry someone of my size. However, if your over 225lbs I'd recommend avoiding it.
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probably will need a better seat than this. i ride to work 8 miles waering cushion shorts and i still get a little sorness..
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You bet! Or anyone, especially heavier, or older individuals, or those ride long distances 15-20-30 miles. I can sit down and 'cruise' as long as my legs will last, now. Before, my butt was what determined the length of my ride. Now, its my stamina and muscle reserve, which is as it ought to be.Its like having a couch on your bike...
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I've only tested this saddle on 1.5 hour trail rides for the moment and I find it really comfortable. I've had a big ranch leather saddle before this one and I needed a wollen seat cover. No longer, and I'm really happy with it. 'Hope I helped you.
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If is just for recreational purposes is ok but for a daily driver i don't recommend it, unless you do some kind of upholstery, for measurements i cant tell now cuz i sold my rig but i am 6 ft and 175 lbs. and compared to a fitted race seat they are too big for me but comfortable, big guys will fit well on it if not too big, enough room for a big butt lol.
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Sure. Shouldn't be much of a comfort difference. I ride 32s now, and even those are alright with a loaded bike.
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i would say that's the biggest downfall of the machine- not so comfy, but i alternate and when bottom gets sore stand up for eliptical part, and when legs start burning sit down. the tilt part is fine for me i am 5'4". it's the padding i was speaking about. also my arms are not long enough to reach either set of handles to be comfortable when on the bicycle part. so i just have to dangle them
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Hello I have been using it for awhile and it is not very comfortable for long rides. It is better to but the one that doesn't have that depression in the center. I would recommend the Bel that is made with gel and covers the entire seat
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TThe comfort level is excellent. It takes about 5-6 long rides to break it in but after that I find it to be very comfortable.
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I would think it is fine as long as you are comfortable biking. If seated, you may not be able to touch the ground unless you hop forward once stopped. i am 5'7" with long legs.
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Depends on terrain... if flat, no problem.... but if hills - something with gears would be better.Also, depends on your weight... 220 is about the limit. I'm just about there and often get people telling me I have a soft tire... so on long commutes could be an issue. I travel with a pump just in case, but haven't had any problems. Also depends on your height - I'm 6'2" and so sometimes feel a little too tall for the bike. If you're under 6' shouldn't be an issue.
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Hey Badzilla.... I'm not American, but I am 6'7" and 300lbs. It's the only seat I've found that is comfortable for casual riding.... I don't go any further than around 4 miles though.
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It is a pretty big pack. I usually do not wear anything when out riding, the only reason I got this pack is for patrol duties. I was surprised to see how roomie it is, you can store a lot of stuff in there. Downside is the added weight once it's full (not to mention the bladder is pretty big as well so it will add to that). So if you like riding light I would suggest getting something smaller. If you are looking into a lot of storage then this is a good choice. Considering your petite frame, I wouldn't recommend it (unless the main purpose would be a large haul capacity).
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It's probably better suited for long distance riding than mountain, but if your going that far daily you might want to look for more of a road bike. I hope that helps.
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Only you can answer about your comfort. I am 6' and 210 and I find it very comfortable. I believe I would still be if I was taller but that is me.
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I love mine, but it depends more on personal fit, i.e., where your 'sit bones' are. This one is perfect for me, with the open design for the soft parts. It is very comfortable for the long rides.
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@HellCat, I'm not sure how comfortable you would be on a 300 plus mile ride because these are extremely form-fitting and fairly tight. I have one in black and it works great when I'm in the water but for hiking or other outdoor activities I would get a lighter color and possible size up so you have more "breathing" room. The sun protection is great, I'm very fair and haven't had a problem in that area. It's great for camping, swimming, diving, keeping bugs at bay but mine does retain some heat. These also dry fairly quick and are easy to clean. Hope this helps, have fun on your ride.
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Probably, but I can't say you'll love this bag. It's well constructed and all, but it's a shade too wide. It tends to rub the inside of your thighs a bit. I'm 6'0", and 180 lbs. If the bag wasn't wider than the top tube it would be great. I'm going to try to live with it awhile, but I'm having severe doubts about it on a long ride. Mine is mounted on a Trek X-Caliber MTB which has a sizeable top tube, and the strap could fit a larger tube yet, so I don't think that would be an issue.