{"product_id":"ergon-saddle-sm-sport-gel-womens-s-m-black-stealth-no-packaging","title":"Ergon Saddle SM Sport Gel Women's S\/M Black Stealth (no packaging)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis saddle doesn't come in any packaging.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe MTB comfort saddle specifically for women\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe SM Women Sport Gel combines power, comfort and freedom of movement. It has gel pad inlays for pressure distribution, a women’s specific shape for optimal soft tissue pressure relief and a flat rear for freedom of movement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDeveloped by women for women – for touring, all-mountain and enduro riding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBy women for women\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100% comfort, 100% riding pleasure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePain-free biking\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Ergon developers have taken a new approach to the topic of women’s mountain bike saddles. After intensive research with X-ray and CT analysis, they have created a new generation of saddles. Countless prototypes have been tested by both professionals and recreational riders. This feedback, in combination with scientific data, developed a new generation of comfort for women.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePelvic flexibility\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen women ride a mountain bike they tend to rock forward more than men due to increased flexibility in the pelvis and hips. This often causes considerable pressure in the genital area. The SM Women is designed to support a woman’s wider and more rocked-forward bony structures while alleviating the sensitive soft tissue with a tapered cut-out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe deep pubic symphysis\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnatomically, the pubic symphysis (anterior cartilage connection between the two halves of the pelvis) is about a quarter lower in women than in men. In addition, the angle of the pubic bones to each other is larger. Ergon has also taken this into account to prevent discomfort in sensitive areas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe sensitive genital area\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWomen have suffered discomfort for years on standard saddles. The SM Women alleviates sensitive soft tissue pressure with the tapered relief channel preventing numbness and pain. Alleviating this pressure better distributes the rider’s body weight more towards the sit bones while allowing a more comfortable pressure-free forward-rocked position.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe right size\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe shape and size of the saddle must match the sit bone width of the rider to maximise comfort and enjoyment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe pelvic bone has a unique V-shape and the saddle must offer the sit bones a large contact surface with the ability to meet the demand of different sitting positions. Various saddle widths are offered so that the usable seat surface corresponds to the rider's unique sit bone distance. The more forward and aggressive the rider sits, the further forward the sit bones contact the saddle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePressure relief\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBased on intensive research and feedback from test riders, Ergon created a specific, tapered cut-out that supports and alleviates unnecessary pressures on sensitive female anatomy. This channel is precisely where women need relief.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConsistent pressure distribution\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen cycling, most of your body weight rests on the small saddle surface. To prevent discomfort in the extremely sensitive perineal and genital areas, the pressure is distributed as evenly as possible over the sit bones using anatomical gel pads.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eComfortable and durable\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe main padding of this saddle series is made of orthopaedic foam, which is especially ergonomic for mountain biking and also extremely durable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest mobility for dynamic riding\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSince MTB riders generally sit more upright on their saddles, Ergon has designed the ramp at the end of the saddle to be less steep. In addition, the radius of the leg cut-out is chosen so that the SM Women Sport Gel always has enough sitting area for a dynamic position. And when actively riding in a standing position, the saddle provides you with the space you need, but also the necessary support and control.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCover Microfibre\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShell Nylon Composite\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRail CroMo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePadding Orthopedic Comfort Foam with Gel Pads\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse Touring, All-Mountain, Enduro\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGender Female-specific\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions Length 261mm, width 143mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight 275g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Ergon","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50071084925205,"sku":"SEERSM-44000071","price":149.95,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0756\/7736\/8597\/files\/264262.jpg?v=1785890433","url":"https:\/\/cycleways.co.nz\/products\/ergon-saddle-sm-sport-gel-womens-s-m-black-stealth-no-packaging","provider":"Cycleways NZ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}