I'm looking for a relatively lightweight saddle to alleviate my numb nuts syndrome (NNS).

I currently ride a Selle Italia SL (no hole) which would be fairly comfortable if it wasn't for the burning pain in my crotch. I also have a 110g Charbon (Chinese CF) race saddle which gives me the same problem.

Any suggestions?

Cheers,
Denz

Uh... maybe others have some suggestions, but I think ultimately you're just going to have to figure this one out for yourself. The irony of your statement above did provide me a good chuckle, however. So thanks for that.

Good luck... the perfect saddle can be quite a quest sometimes.

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I was using a Fizik Arione, and experiencing a similar feeling. I switched to an Anteres Versus and the relief channel has helped. @ 214g it's a bit chubby, but I would rather be able to feel my kibble and bit's after a ride.

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I've had very good experiences with the Selle San Marco Aspide over the years (though one of the models had a flatter shape and didn't work as well as previous and subsequent models). I still use my oldest Aspide when I travel without my bike and ride a rental. You might check out the current Aspide Superleggera for a WW saddle (claimed 105 g) with what looks like a good shape.

But the best by far is their SMP saddle. I thought the ergo claims were a lot of hype until I talked to some riders who had them. It's pricey, but it's the best saddle I've ever ridden. I picked up the Full Carbon model (135 g) from The Pro Stuff. You can see it on my bike if you click the link below. (They come in different widths. I think I have the narrowest one.)

Ultimately, it's an issue of fit and it varies from person to person.

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That's a personal quest my friend...

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I have been very happy with both my Specialized Toupe and Romin. Both have cutouts and are quite comfy. I have the Toupe Pro in a 143 width and it weighed in at 136 grams.

I have had good luck with Specialized Toupe and Romin. Both should come in at less than 200g if you go with the carbon-railed versions.

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Getting the correct saddle is a matter of trial and error. Only your bum will know what agrees with it.

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Yup as pointed out ... it really is a personal thing.

Everyone as slightly different needs and preferences for a ride, so it really is best to try out with your riding buddies help to see if you really fit a particular saddle. Or rather if it fits you.

If you have friends with spare saddles lying around, check with them to borrow it for a ride that last at least an hour. Many saddles can feel really good for that first 10 minutes but rapidly degenerate into a real pain after about 30-45 mins of hard riding ...

Hence, if you can, borrow or 'rent' from your friends their spare/favourite saddles to try.

Personally, my favourite saddle to date is the Prologo Scratch Nack. No hot spots, no numbness even on 2~3 hour rides. And its a decent 166gm weighed.

the prologo c.one nack looks really sweet, if it works for you.

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No one right answer

I've ridden for 30+ years so know when to embrace a great saddle or not. So after a lot of expermentation I settled on SI SLR kit carbonio flow with cutout. I have one on each of my 4 bikes. And it's LIGHT!

As stated above that it's a case to case basis to solve NNS. I currently use Toupe on 2 bikes and an Adamo Race on another. NNS symptoms are gone!

Just to share the other saddles I've tried: WTB Silverado (close but no cigar), others with no luck were Fizik Arione CX, Selle Italia SL w/ Hole, Selle Marco Ponza

Selle SMP Pro. Not lightweight but it will keep you riding....and pissing!

Twill just turn in to a name your saddle thread...


The only way to give you anything at all is for you to tell us what saddle shape has worked very well in the past...

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