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Category: Selle Italia
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Published on Wednesday, 11 August 2010 08:22
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Written by Luca Salvatelli
Optimal weight, relief and comfort of the perineum
The range of saddles Selle Italia SLR is full of models, applied with different technologies, different weights and final use different ideal. The model SLR XP Gel Flow tested version is proposed as a lightweight saddle, but with good comfort.
The hull is made from nylon reinforced with carbon fiber, while the slide is Vanox. The coating is Lorica, while the padding is gel. Is this hole decompression for the perineum. The seat has dimensions of 275 to 131 mm and a weight of 175 grams declared, available in white or black. We have detected with our equipment weighs 170 grams.
The road test
Selle Italia SLR XP saddle has long been on the market for its own commercial success that has led it to be used as original equipment on some saddle-range bike. A saddle care and well finished, as all products Selle Italia. The aesthetic is characterized by reduced thickness of the seat itself and a very compact line. The coating is smooth and Lorica riding allows a rapid shift in having and back. The back of the buttock support is wide and comfortable, while the front of the saddle is rightly very close. This allows very high efficiency of pedalling with the legs that run well close to the bicycle frame without being hampered by the saddle. Excellent, as always, the hole decompression of the perineum, preventing soreness and ensures optimal comfort even over long distances. More than good also padding that without excel, provides a soft support even after many hours in the saddle. Despite not having a slide in carbon, the ability to filter the vibrations of the soil is good, very good if we look at the weight. Uphill the rigidity of the hull is clear and allows fix support to the buttock. Some sacrifice, however, it will make those who love riding in the saddle point, because of its shape very close, but this is not the ideal use for which it was made in the catalogue and Selle Italia products are most appropriate to this purpose. In conclusion a good saddle, with an enviable balance between comfort and lightweight, suitable agony as cyclists. Perfect efficiency of pedalling. The price is around 80 euros, a price that just due to the weight and characteristics.
Positive aspects
Build quality
Low weight
Decompression of the perineum
Efficient pedalling
Rigidity of the hull
Comfort
Value for money
Price
Negative aspects
None
To learn more:
Selle Italia
Website: www.selleitalia.com
