Comments on: Ask Levi: What Is The Best Road Bike Saddle?

By: BianchiBoy

BianchiBoy — Wed, 22 Jun 2011 00:26:51 +0000

I’ve been using the Aliante Versus for over a month (about 800km). Whilst instantly comfortable and subtly more attuned to us gents’ needs, it’s not a huge improvement on the regular Aliante.

Moreover, I felt that long distance comfort is impaired as that softer padding results in noticeable fatigue as weight is less evenly distributed. That, plus a not great nose riding feel and the more rigid position the Aliante is designed to put you in suggest looking at other options for enthusiasts and ageing, deluded roadies weekend warriors like me.

By: Levi

Levi — Mon, 16 May 2011 18:55:34 +0000

@Andrew

The Aliante Versus looks/sounds pretty cool, although I’ve never seen one in real life or heard first-hand experiences.

Even if you knew you liked the Aliante, I’d suggest testing this new version because it is different enough that it could be great or terrible for you. But still, it looks like it’s worth a shot!

By: Andrew

Andrew — Mon, 16 May 2011 18:37:37 +0000

Have you heard anything about the Fi’zi:k Aliante Versus? It looks pretty comfortable and my perineum has a tendency to get pretty sore, especially after long rides. I probably just need to go to my LBS and see if I can test it out…

By: Levi

Levi — Mon, 14 Mar 2011 12:21:28 +0000

@Aaron

Indeed. Once broken in, the Brooks could certainly be the most comfortable saddle out there.

By: aaron benninger

aaron benninger — Sun, 13 Mar 2011 14:00:19 +0000

Heya! If may put in my opinion, I must say that I really enjoy Brookes saddles. Yes, they are a bit of a drain in terms of money and weight, but my God are they comfortable! Plus, You can’t beat the leather! =)

By: Levi

Levi — Fri, 08 May 2009 13:34:44 +0000

@Bryant

Yeah, even if you have to pay for a saddle demo program, it’s worth it. I wish I had known about this before going and buying saddle after saddle in my search for comfort!

By: Bryant Likes

Bryant Likes — Wed, 06 May 2009 14:34:02 +0000

Wow! That looks like a cool service. I just bought new tires (based on your previous article) so I’ll have to wait, but I think I’ll try that out when I go to upgrade my saddle.