New Saddle - recommendations please

[robathome]

Hi have recently got a new bike - Boardman comp hybrid, and want to upgrade the saddle to something more comfy. Am only riding once per week and don't want to spend a fortune on this. Any recommendations?
many thanks
Rob

 

[bigup]

The charge spoon gets mentioned alot

I've yet to try one though!

 

[corshamjim]

I quite like this one which I fitted to my Trek.

http://www.sjscycles.co.uk/bioflex-o-zone-gel-mens-saddle-prod16197/

In fact I'll buy another shortly for the Pashley as (dare I say?) I'm not getting on too well with the Brooks at the moment - it seems to be getting less comfortable as I wear it in.

 

[robathome]

Thanks - will check them out

 

[C_P_]

I've just got one of these Pro-Lite Nanto and so far so good 40% off with the promo code.

 

[Cubist]

I put a Charge spoon on mine. I love it.

I also have a charge knife on my XC bike which may go onto the Boardman just to compare. Evans have a sale on, the Knife is only £45 at the moment. (as long as you don't mind white.......!!)

 

[cyberknight]

Before you buy a new saddle are you sure the saddle is set up right?


If it is at the wrong height, angle or setback it can be uncomfortable so i would suggest you have a look before you spend any money .


I have a charge spoon and although its nice i find it a bit hard for my liking , ok for shorter rides but i would not like to go a long way on it.

 

[cameramanjim]

Hi have recently got a new bike - Boardman comp hybrid, and want to upgrade the saddle to something more comfy. Am only riding once per week and don't want to spend a fortune on this. Any recommendations?
many thanks
Rob

I have two Charge Spoons and I think they´re great. They just ´won´ a saddle test in one of this months cycling magazines. And they´re amazingly cheap too.

 

[cameramanjim]

Hi have recently got a new bike - Boardman comp hybrid, and want to upgrade the saddle to something more comfy. Am only riding once per week and don't want to spend a fortune on this. Any recommendations?
many thanks
Rob

As your bike is a hybrid you might think of a Charge Spoon. I just bought one to try out for my custom town bike that I´m building and it´s even more comfortable than the Spoon. You can use it without padded shorts which is a bonus!

 

[ian turner]

As your bike is a hybrid you might think of a Charge Spoon. I just bought one to try out for my custom town bike that I´m building and it´s even more comfortable than the Spoon. You can use it without padded shorts which is a bonus!

Am i misreading that or have you just recommended a spoon rather than a spoon ?

 

[cameramanjim]

<br />Am i misreading that or have you just recommended a spoon rather than a spoon ?<br />

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Oops, that should have been Charge Stool.

 

[Herzog]

Specialized Romin Pro. Despite looking like it's about to perform a dissection on your very private parts, it's very comfortable (and light, 160 ish g). I've completed 200km rides on it and been very pleased. In fact I've just bought a 2nd one for my commuter and can't recommend them enough!

Edit: Not cheap though - may not fulfill OP's requirements

 

[yello]

Before you buy a new saddle are you sure the saddle is set up right?

Excellent question.

People seem to be too eager to buy another saddle (I know I did) thinking it'll solve a problem when the answer was in the set-up. Experiment, adjust, try and find the sweet spot before reaching for the credit card.

 

[cyberknight]

Just re reading the OP..


Do you wear padded shorts , either lycra or baggies?

You can pick up a pair of shirts for less then £10 from Decathlon or £13 from tenn outdoors that will dramatically improve your comfort.