Chinertown
Other Resources => Component Deals & Selection => Topic started by: svanimpe on August 22, 2024, 03:51:19 AM
-
Can anyone recommend a good narrow width (130-135mm) saddle from AliExpress?
I'm currently running a Selle Italia SLR Boost (size S1), but am looking for something with a bit more padding. Weight and material are not important, only shape and comfort :)
-
Bumping this thread, I'm also looking for narrow saddles.
-
Anyone can help ?
Same request from me, it seems 143mm is the minimum width in Aliexpress.
Thanks!
-
This one looks good and I have it on order. There are some ultralight ones at 130mm out there, but they don't inspire confidence, so I got the lexon/ryet one. About 40€ for the 135mm, eva version
Ryet 3d bedruckter Fahrrads attel ultraleichter Carbon sattel 135/143mm 105g Fahrrads attel für MTB Kies Rennrads itz Fahrrad teile
https://a.aliexpress.com/_EQ2FaA9
-
I was also looking for a 135 mm saddle but settled for this 140 mm Mixed 7d which has been great https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_EyOPbSp
-
Bar some unpadded ones and the 135mm Ryet mentioned by KaiDeus above, there's also a bunch of variants of a San Marco Aspide 130mm clone out there, some labelled as such, some with generic/own brand names like this one:
https://aliexpress.com/item/1005005819931150.html
The padding is fairly minimal though - it's fine for the trainer, but I probably wouldn't want to ride it for much more than 2 hours. Build quality feels decent though, not concerned about anything breaking/delaminating as of now.
Apart from that, there's also a 132mm (alternate listings exist with 140mm variants, so watch out) "Toseek TS50", but I don't have any experience with that ATM:
https://aliexpress.com/item/1005006015770439.html
-
There is one Ryet 130mm wide saddle. It says 140g in the picture
https://a.aliexpress.com/_EGn9jFT
Just carbon rails
-
Got mine today, says 140mm on the package, measures 135mm.
Quality looks very good. the body is made from compressed fibers while the rails seem to be seperate, but molded into the body. So they should be stronger than just compressed fibers.
The cover material sits very well over the foam with no exposed edges. Should hold up well.
I have not ridden it yet though, but the quality seems to be right.
-
Here is a narrow one with a special speed find attached.
-
Got mine today, says 140mm on the package, measures 135mm.
Quality looks very good. the body is made from compressed fibers while the rails seem to be seperate, but molded into the body. So they should be stronger than just compressed fibers.
The cover material sits very well over the foam with no exposed edges. Should hold up well.
I have not ridden it yet though, but the quality seems to be right.
Hi,
Do you have an update to share? I have it in my shop basket and then found this thread. Few if any narrow saddles on AliX. Did you get the 3D printed version or the classic with a bit of padding?
Cheers
-
This one looks good and I have it on order. There are some ultralight ones at 130mm out there, but they don't inspire confidence, so I got the lexon/ryet one. About 40€ for the 135mm, eva version
Ryet 3d bedruckter Fahrrads attel ultraleichter Carbon sattel 135/143mm 105g Fahrrads attel für MTB Kies Rennrads itz Fahrrad teile
https://a.aliexpress.com/_EQ2FaA9
I have this on my gravel bike. I have a lot of miles/time on it and it is excellent. Highly recommended.
-
I have this on my gravel bike. I have a lot of miles/time on it and it is excellent. Highly recommended.
Which model do you have? 3D printed or classic? Nice to hear you rate it!
-
Jumping in on that one since I'm still not sure about the saddles for my kids...
currently using:
Selle SMP - 124mm width... works fine on the road bikes but is way to spendy...
SDG Fly Jr - 122mm for the CX bikes... not as pricey... is kinda okay...
lightweight chinese alternatives would be welcome...
-
Which model do you have? 3D printed or classic? Nice to hear you rate it!
I have this saddle in 135mm with EVA pad. It is very good if you prefer narrow near flat saddles (the pelvic support here is quite small). Very similar perfomance to my PRO Falcon, only wish it to be not short nosed.
-
I have this saddle in 135mm with EVA pad. It is very good if you prefer narrow near flat saddles (the pelvic support here is quite small). Very similar perfomance to my PRO Falcon, only wish it to be not short nosed.
Interesting comparison, I actually have the Pro Falcon on one bike and the Spec Mirror on another. Both might be slightly wide is my thinking, I have my fit dialled in on a specialized bike but am getting some saddle sores. Never had those issues before so was curious to try this one out.
-
Interesting comparison, I actually have the Pro Falcon on one bike and the Spec Mirror on another. Both might be slightly wide is my thinking, I have my fit dialled in on a specialized bike but am getting some saddle sores. Never had those issues before so was curious to try this one out.
If you have Pro Falcon 132, it will be quite similar - the shape intransverse plain is very similar, Ryet is shorter and has slight rise in the back for additional support if you need it. I've had Spec Power before and I think the Mirror is very distant in terms of shape from Falcon or Ryet. I did not like how steep the transition from wings to nose is - it leaves very little efficient space to sit on.
-
If you have Pro Falcon 132, it will be quite similar - the shape intransverse plain is very similar, Ryet is shorter and has slight rise in the back for additional support if you need it. I've had Spec Power before and I think the Mirror is very distant in terms of shape from Falcon or Ryet. I did not like how steep the transition from wings to nose is - it leaves very little efficient space to sit on.
Mine’s 142mm, so also not far off the Mirror in terms of width. I agree with you on the wings, my bike fitter wasn’t a fan of the Mirror either. I’ll give this one a try and compare. What throws me is that I’m running the same setup I’ve had for years without issues, so it’s odd that problems are showing up now. Might be the new shoes and the position of the cleats relative to old shoes.
Appreciate you sharing your thoughts on the saddles.
Edit: I’ve ordered a saddle! Will share more info once it arrives and tested.
-
I've given the Elita One 3D EX a try after finding the Ryet X16 a bit too wide and flat for me, after hearing about it in this video: https://youtu.be/gtHBO8s8kME?is=UJwXedUR3AoM1zqZ
I really like it so far. It's replacing a Mixed 5D as my new favorite.
For reference, I also tried a worn-out Selle SMP Composit and liked the shape a lot, but the complete lack of padding was a bit too much. I also suspect it was a bit collapsed by the previous owner.
-
I’m having the same issue finding a proper 135mm saddle. Has anyone tried this Ryet 3D printed model https://it.aliexpress.com/item/1005006948413398.html (https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_c3fBCZg7) yet?
It's one of the few 3D options available in 135mm width. I’m curious about the actual comfort and if the sizing is accurate. Any feedback would be great!
Yes I’ve got it (EVA pad) and it’s been great. It’s really stiff. I appreciate the narrower saddle but wouldn’t say it’s miles better than other saddles. Can’t comment on the 3D print versions specifically but the build quality and form factor is good in my opinion.
-
I’m having the same issue finding a proper 135mm saddle. Has anyone tried this Ryet 3D printed model https://it.aliexpress.com/item/1005006948413398.html (https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_c3fBCZg7) yet?
It's one of the few 3D options available in 135mm width. I’m curious about the actual comfort and if the sizing is accurate. Any feedback would be great!
It is very good if you want relatively flat saddle. Switching from 132 mm Pro Falcon was very smooth and it feels very similar in shape, albeit shorter. I transitioned to this Ryet (EVA) saddles on all my bikes as the Falcons keep braking on it's nose-rails interface.
-
If you prefer "non-flat / shaped" saddles, did you ever try or look at the Mixed 5D?
If you prefer 3D printed, this Ryet saddle (seems it's called X21 or X6D) is similar in shape:
https://aliexpress.com/item/1005006194842226.html (https://aliexpress.com/item/1005006194842226.html)
-
Done only few rides with this but it's my new favorite saddle. Works very well in a aero position when rolling the pelvis forward. I have the 3D printed version very comfortable, it's not the cheese grater style like on Ryet saddles.
https://www.aliexpress.com/item/1005010400282535.html
-
Done only few rides with this but it's my new favorite saddle. Works very well in a aero position when rolling the pelvis forward. I have the 3D printed version very comfortable, it's not the cheese grater style like on Ryet saddles.
https://www.aliexpress.com/item/1005010400282535.html
I also have this saddle and is the best saddle I have ever owned. I have the EVA version, and it offers great support and grip, and for the weight it is very well cushioned.
-
I have the same model as you two above, in EVA. It works well for me, and really cheap too.