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MTB saddle

Comfortable seat for the best performance

The MTB saddle is subject to a great deal of stress, especially on demanding off-road trails. Therefore, you need a saddle that is comfortable, protects your body and at the same time remains robust in the event of falls and bumps.

A mountain bike saddle for every trail

While the use - and thus also the seating position - is relatively clear for a racing or city bike, this does not apply to a mountain bike. Up, down, over rough and smooth, through the terrain, sitting, standing: Offroad you are confronted again and again with different challenges. All the more important is the right MTB saddle. After all, the major part of your body weight rests on this small part. Therefore, it is important to have the perfect combination of a robust construction and the necessary comfort, so that neither you nor your bike is worn out during long sessions. You can find out how to find the right mountain bike saddle for you here.

Construction of a MTB saddle

MTB saddles can be constructed in many different ways. In comparison to other bicycle saddles, the saddle of a mountain bike is always narrow. It is usually wider at the back and narrows towards the nose. Especially if you ride uphill frequently, the saddle nose should not be too narrow. After all, you bend your body forward, which shifts your weight.

Recesses on the seat polarize the MTB community. While some riders swear by holes in the MTB saddle, for others a slight indentation or even an almost straight seat is enough. Whatever your opinion is: It is important that your weight is distributed in all riding situations to avoid pressure injuries or numbness.

High quality material and flawless workmanship

A good MTB saddle consists of high quality materials and is professionally processed. Since your bike usually has to take a lot of punishment off-road or on ramps, it is important that your MTB saddle remains intact even in case of falls or bumps.

Frame

The frame is usually made of carbon or titanium. This makes it not only very robust, but also extremely light. Shocks and vibrations are ideally cushioned by the materials.

Padding

The padding of a MTB saddle usually consists of gel, foam or foam rubber and is intended to absorb shocks. The more padding, the better, one might think. But that is not true. Too much padding will cause you to slide deeper into the padding during a session, which will have the opposite effect. Therefore, your seat should be relatively hard, especially on demanding trails, so that you can achieve good performance in any terrain. For longer tours without big obstacles, a little more comfort is fine and you can also buy a softer saddle.

MTB saddle especially for female riders

Of course, female riders don't have to make any compromises with the MTB saddle either. While many female riders will find a suitable model in the unisex range, there are also saddles that are specifically designed for the needs of the female MTB community. These mountain bike saddles are, among other things, cut slightly wider and are designed to suit the female body centre of gravity and the lower average weight.