Saddles were notoriously uncomfortable and as research showed in the 90s they were causing actual medical issues.
Sizing bike saddle size chart specialized.
So solve we did.
Let s have a look now at the available sizes their special features and the type of cyclists they are intended for.
We assembled a group of medical professionals and developed the first body geometry saddle in 1997.
Selle italia currently offers 6 variants divided into two size types.
Next using these charts below determine which size bike will work for you.
The right size bike for your body size is essential to ensure the optimum experience comfort and enjoyment as you ride.
With sizing varying between the type of bike and even the model we ve compiled a handy guide for specialized bikes to help you get the correct size.
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After measuring the sit bones distance most companies provide either a finder online system on a chart where your measured sit bones width correlates to certain saddles.
Bike shops saddle manufacturers bloggers and cycling periodicals have relentlessly tackled this topic for years.
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Road bikes sizes are usually given in centimeters while mountain bike and hybrid sizes are usually given in inches.
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Bike size rider height rider height cm small 5 2 5 6 158 168.
Bike saddle and sit bone width isn t the holy grail even though you now know the right width the measure of your sit bones and saddle with do not always correlate.
We always recommend coming in store to get perfectly fitted but this offers a very good size guide to help you get the right size bicycle.
Adult bicycle frames are normally measured from the middle of the bottom bracket to the top of the seat tube.
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Many suggest adding about 20mm as signified by.
According to specialized s sizing charts the 143mm power fits sit bone widths 95 120 and the 155mm fits 115 135.