Definitely one of the most curious-looking seats on the market, the Outland would definitely be Spiderman’s top choice if he rode mountain bikes. Rather than using foam to provide comfort, Tioga went a completely different route.
Their Spyder saddles
start with a composite material they call “Carbonite” for the frame, which is
covered with a flexible plastic-like web. The result is a saddle that
has a good suspension feel without all the weight of foam. I found it soft
enough to be comfortable without it feeling like I was sinking into the saddle.
Removable silicone pads on the rear portion of the Outland provide much-needed
traction. When not installed, I found the surface very slippery. It would be
nice to see a permanently affixed silicone topcoat for the whole saddle because
I found the nose too slippery to remain planted on during steep climbs. A more
traditional, rounded shape and 125-millimeter width make it more likely to suit
riders with narrower sit bones.
PRICE 140$
