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WTB Volt Team saddle


Since saddle comfort is mostly about fit, it’s tough to review them. What I find comfortable might feel horrible to you, so we must stress that finding the right saddle usually requires trying a few out. The Volt is now offered in three widths to increase the odds of a good fit (I liked the 135 millimeter).

The rails, however, are short–if you need a lot of fore-aft adjustment, you may need to shop elsewhere. Most saddles these days have a pressure-relief area in the center, and the Volt is no exception. The back flairs up a bit to keep the rider in position, and the nose slopes in the front with a gentle downward curve, so steep climbs don’t feel like you just dropped the soap. Out of all the seats in the test, the Volt has the cushiest foam, but not so cushy that you sink into it. The Team version has titanium rails, but it’s also available with carbon, cromoly and steel.

PRICE 130$
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