There should be about four inches between your body and the swell of the saddle. Anything less than that may mean a too-small saddle, and a bigger gap means the saddle may be on the large size. Larger may be more comfortable for you. Western riders with longer legs should choose a larger-size saddle.Apr 11, 2016
How do you measure the width of a Specialized saddle?
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How do you fit a Specialized power saddle?
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What is my sit bone width?
Scientists have measured sit bone spacing for large populations. On average, men's sit bone width ranges between 100mm – 140mm (give or take a few mm to round), and women's range between 110mm – 150mm. Graphing these two averages shows an overlap of 30mm between men and women's average sit bone spacing.
Do all bike saddles fit all bikes?
Are bike seats universal? Yes, most modern bike seats are universal and can be interchanged with different seat posts. The exceptions are if you have much older equipment or a specialized bike. It's best to check the number of rails and the rail width on your saddle to ensure a correct fit to the seat adapter.Sep 30, 2020
How should a bike saddle fit?
Saddle position. Ensure your saddle is horizontal. If the nose of your saddle is pointing too far up or down, then you may experience discomfort in certain undesirable areas. If your saddle is too far forward or too far back, this can lead to problems with your neck, lower back or arms.
How do you measure a specialized saddle?
Saddle size is determined by measuring your sit bones and correlating it to the appropriate width saddle. Your local Specialized retailer can help measure your sit bones using a Retül Digital Sit bone Device, or you can measure your sit bones at home.
What is a standard saddle width?
On average, men's sit bone width ranges between 100mm – 140mm (give or take a few mm to round), and women's range between 110mm – 150mm.
Where should my sit bones be on a saddle?
The optimal saddle width guarantees that the sit bones lie completely flat on the saddle. This is the only way in which pressure is relieved on the sensitive area in men and on the pubic arch in women and ensures more efficiency. A saddle should fit like a pair of shoes!