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Mountain Bike Saddles

Mountain Bike Saddles Comfort is one of the most important factors to bear in mind when it comes to choosing the right pieces of equipment for you. This also holds true when it comes to Mountain Bike Saddles. Buying the right Mountain Bike Saddle may prove to be the best investment one can make. Staying comfortable while sitting on your Mountain Bike will prove essential after the first hour of biking. In this section, let's take a closer look at the different features of Mountain Bike Saddles:

Saddles which are designed for Mountain Biking are usually lightweight, narrow, and have pads to protect the rider from a crash. For off-road riding, Mountain Bike Saddles tend to be longer so the rider can adjust his or her body positions when necessary.

The increase in the number of female mountain bikers had pushed manufacturers to come up with Mountain Bike Saddles designed specifically for women. Since females have relatively wider hips, the saddles made for them are generally wider.

Take note, though, that having the best saddle you can find does not guarantee comfort. It also depends on how the saddle is set up. Having the proper Mountain Bike seat height, as well as the right seat position, are keys for maximum pedaling efficiency, utmost riding comfort, and reduced risk of physical injury. Read our Mountain Bike Seat Height & Position section and learn how to determine the right seat height and position for you.

Aside from proper saddle adjustments, the way you ride will also play a role to ensure comfort in riding. If you are sitting on the saddle the entire time, you may feel tired and uncomfortable. In long rides, make sure to take a break once in a while. On bumpy trails, you may want to lift your body slightly so the saddle will not slam into the groin area.


In general, comfort is the most important thing to consider when choosing a Mountain Bike Saddle. Be sure to do some research on how each saddle design may help you in having a better riding feel.

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