Made with a proprietary, 3D printed sample, the SLR Increase 3D TI 316 Superflow offers help on the hardest highway rides serving to you conquer the steepest of climbs and quickest descents. The differentiated cushioning zones give progressive absorption and TI 316 rails present power and guarantee consolation on each pedal stroke. This high-tech road-specific saddle with Carbon DLS™ Know-how is without doubt one of the most superior in the marketplace and is the proper solution to end your dream construct.

I’ve at all times favored Selle Italia saddles, I’ve tried others, however have at all times come again to the Italian model. In the intervening time I’ve the Flite Group Problem on each bikes and I’m fairly joyful, so attempting one thing new is at all times a bit scary.

Delicate model

Our prime tech man, Chuck Peña, has been utilizing the SLR and urged I attempt it and the 3D saddle wanted testing, so…

The ‘Superflow’ cut-out

I’ve not had the ‘Selle Italia SLR Increase 3D TI 316 Superflow’ saddle for lengthy and solely managed a few rides because of the warmth and work, however as I acquired a 3D saddle earlier than Chuck, I needed to inform you about it.

It wants a superb lengthy journey

I used to be despatched the L3, which is barely wider than I’m used to, however there was such a big demand for the saddle that they’ll’t make sufficient of them. White can be my favorite saddle color, however you don’t see the saddle if you find yourself driving it.

Black saddles – Not as unhealthy as black footwear

The technical particulars about how the saddle is made, you’ll be able to learn on the Selle Italia web site or from individuals who perceive this stuff, in the long run it comes all the way down to the way it feels. It being barely wider (as I mentioned above) than my current saddle was no drawback and to be sincere it felt like there was extra help for the ‘glutes’ and fewer strain beneath, which might even be helped by the lower out, the ‘Superflow’. The truth is I didn’t really feel any strain on these components.

Appears like a vibration damper below the nostril of the saddle

The cushioning is totally different at sure factors of the saddle and I might say Selle Italia have gotten that proper, however an extended journey is required to check that absolutely. The SLR 3D is a bit of shorter than the Flight, so setting it up was a bit of difficult. I first set the gap from the nostril of the saddle to the bars to the identical size because the flite, however this was too shut as the center of the saddle was now additional ahead. I observed on the Selle Italia web site that the newer Flite can be shorter than those I’ve. Anyway, one centimetre additional again and all was good.

Gentle sufficient!

So how does it really feel to journey? Very good. I shouldn’t have fearful about attempting an SLR (thanks Chuck). Climbing sat down, there was one thing to push again on, descending you possibly can transfer from side-to-side for bends. With different saddles I had observed they impinged the motion of my thighs on the down stroke, which gave me again ache, no drawback in that division. No numbness in any ‘personal components’, however I’ve by no means had that drawback. There was no uncomfortable strain factors or chafing, sure very snug, strong the place it must be and delicate at these different components. I’m happy with the texture of the 3D, there was no slipping round that you just get on ‘leather-based’ topped saddles and the know-how in a 3D printed prime should be superior to foam on plastic.

Softer the place you want it and firmer somewhere else

The large take a look at for me was the subsequent day, even with a saddle you might be used to, that first kilometre can really feel uncomfortable, however all was good with the SLR 3D. My drawback now’s that I might want to get one other one for my second bike.

Ti 316 rails

I examined the titanium railed model, additionally it is accessible with carbon rails, which saves about 30g, for round an additional €/$/£100. This can be a very snug saddle, made by cutting-edge know-how. Fashionable to have a look at, it will likely be centre of consideration on the cafe and light-weight, what extra may you ask for?

Titanium rails, additionally accessible with carbon rails

Technical Specs

Weight: S3 200g (± 8%) – L3 205g (± 8%)
Dimensions: S3 130 x 248mm L3 145 x 248mm
Rail: TI 316 Tube Ø7mm
Meant use: Street
Household: SLR

You possibly can at all times simply admire the weave patern

Supplies and Shapes

• Superflow
  The Superflow know-how drastically reduces all bodily limitations brought on by extended strain within the perineal space.
• TI 316 Rail
  Rail elevated by as much as 25% resistance and sturdiness and lowered by 15% weight in contrast with conventional rails, ø 7 mm.
• 3D Printed
  3D printed cowl with devoted and proprietary sample that includes differentiated cushioning zones that present progressive absorption over your complete floor space, guaranteeing the bike owner optimum consolation and help.
• Value: EU €359,90, GB £329.99, USA $399.90
• Extra data at: www.selleitalia.com

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