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Respiro Moderate Bike Saddle - Men's

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The anatomically-shaped Respiro Moderate saddle combines gel technology and a shock-absorbent base for a comfortable ride.

  • This recreational saddle is perfect for those who ride more than 100 miles a month
  • Gel padding reduces the peaks of pressure on the saddle and distributes the rider's weight across its surface, relieving the sit bones
  • Ventilation channel helps keep you cool
  • Saddle cover reflects the sun instead of absorbing its heat, thus promoting cool comfort
  • Integrated Clip System (I.C.S.) in the base of the saddle allows quick attachment and removal of I.C.S. accessories, such as bags and safety lights

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Item 801780

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Respiro Moderate Bike Saddle - Men's Specs
Specification
Description
Best use
Road cycling
Yes
Cushioning
Synthetic
Gel
Synthetic cover/steel rails
480 grams
11 x 7.2 inches
Men's
Cutout seat
Saddle type
Saddle cover material
Cushioning material
Material(s)
Weight
Dimensions
Gender

Respiro Moderate Bike Saddle - Men's Customer Reviews

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Respiro Moderate Bike Saddle - Men's
 
3.9

(based on 8 reviews)

75%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Attractive (3)
  • Comfortable (3)
  • Good padding (3)

Cons

    Best Uses

    • Mountain biking (3)
      • Reviewer Profile:
      • Avid cyclist (3), Casual/ recreational (3)
      • Was this a gift?:
      • No (7)

    Reviewed by 8 customers

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    Apr

    19

    2013

     
    4.0

    Comfortable

    By Subiedude

    from Marlton , NJ

    About Me Casual/ Recreational

    See all my reviews

    Verified Buyer

    Pros

    • Attractive Design
    • Comfortable
    • Great Mounting System
    • Lightweight

    Cons

      Best Uses

      • Mountain Biking

      Comments about Respiro Moderate Bike Saddle - Men's:

      Only had seat for a month but it is much more comfortable than original and cooler with it's vent. So far so good

      • Was this a gift?:
      • No

      Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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      Jul

      23

      2012

       
      5.0

      excellent

      By the chancellor

      from springfield oregon

      About Me Avid Cyclist

      See all my reviews

      Site Member

      Pros

      • Attractive Design

      Cons

        Best Uses

        • Road Biking

        Comments about Respiro Moderate Bike Saddle - Men's:

        I average 100 miles a week. This bike seat has proven to be extremely comfortable. I took a 200 mile road trip. Got away late on the first day and had to ride 140 miles. My butt never got tired or sore.

        • Was this a gift?:
        • No

        Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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        Dec

        7

        2011

        (0 of 6 customers found this review helpful)

         
        2.0

        Not a good saddle for long ride

        By TheBiker

        from campbell, ca

        About Me Commuter

        See all my reviews

        Pros

        • Attractive Design
        • Lightweight

        Cons

        • Not Compatible w/Frame

        Best Uses

          Comments about Respiro Moderate Bike Saddle - Men's:

          It tilted forward, you ended up seating at the end point of the saddle. It is very uncomfortable and unnatural.

          • Was this a gift?:
          • No

          Bottom Line No, I would not recommend this to a friend

          (0 of 6 customers found this review helpful)

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          Apr

          20

          2011

          (3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

           
          5.0

          Best saddle ever!

          By AGlock23

          from Cheltenham, PA

          About Me Avid Cyclist

          See all my reviews

          Site Member

          Pros

          • Comfortable
          • Great price
          • Not made in China

          Cons

          • None

          Best Uses

          • Upgrade

          Comments about Respiro Moderate Bike Saddle - Men's:

          Used this saddle to replace the factory Giant saddle on a Cypress Hybrid. While the factory was nice for short rides, it made my legs go numb past the 15 mile mark. This new saddle is great, comfortable and no numbness in my legs. Just enough padding to keep it low profile but still easy on the bottom. Also love that it's not made in China.

          • Was this a gift?:
          • No

          Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

          (3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

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          Apr

          10

          2011

          (9 of 30 customers found this review helpful)

           
          2.0

          Tilts forward too much

          By blueRidgeMtns

          from Blue Ridge Mountains, VA

          About Me Casual/ Recreational

          See all my reviews

          Pros

          • Strong Construction

          Cons

          • Uncomfortable

          Best Uses

            Comments about Respiro Moderate Bike Saddle - Men's:

            It looked really comfortable on REI and has good reviews, but it tilts down too much in the front. I ended up sitting on the very tip of the seat, which was not comfortable. When I forced myself to sit back it was unnatural and didn't feel right. My bike (Trek FX 7.5) does not have an adjustment to allow me to tilt it back.

            I will try to attach pictures: one of the Respiro Moderate Mens and one of my old (soft as a block of wood) Trek bike seat for tilt comparison.

            • Was this a gift?:
            • No

            Bottom Line No, I would not recommend this to a friend

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            Respiro Moderate Mens on Trek FX 7.5

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            Standard seat on Trek FX 7.5

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            (9 of 30 customers found this review helpful)

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            Nov

            20

            2010

             
            4.0

            OK, but not a cruiser saddle

            By Uofmrebel

            from Spring Hill, TN

            About Me Commuter

            See all my reviews

            Site Member

            Pros

            • Good Padding

            Cons

              Best Uses

              • Mountain Biking

              Comments about Respiro Moderate Bike Saddle - Men's:

              This was marketed on the website as a saddle for commuters and cruisers, but it is really the same exact size as any mountain bike saddle, so it isn't really for upright cruising, but it will do until I get a wide seat cruiser saddle to my liking.

              • Was this a gift?:
              • No

              Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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              Sep

              6

              2010

              (5 of 5 customers found this review helpful)

               
              5.0

              Best Saddle for My Bunns

              By DonDon

              from Stewartstown, Pa

              About Me Casual/ Recreational

              See all my reviews

              Pros

              • Good Padding

              Cons

                Best Uses

                • All Around
                • Long Rides

                Comments about Respiro Moderate Bike Saddle - Men's:

                I ride about 1000-1500 miles a year, mostly on rail trails and paved bike paths. I'm 50yrs old and have to sit fairly upright. This saddle is by far the best saddle for me that I have ever owned with no exceptions!! My longest rides are about 50mi and last 4-5hrs, NO BUTT DISCOMFORT period.I just ordered a second one for my mtb bike so I don't have to switch it back and forth. At last I stop the everlasting search for the perfect saddle!

                • Was this a gift?:
                • No

                Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

                (5 of 5 customers found this review helpful)

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                Feb

                9

                2010

                (3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

                 
                4.0

                Comfortable and Well-Made

                By PhotoBiker

                from Nashville

                About Me Avid Cyclist

                See all my reviews

                Pros

                • Comfortable
                • Durable
                • Good Padding

                Cons

                  Best Uses

                  • All Around
                  • Mountain Biking

                  Comments about Respiro Moderate Bike Saddle - Men's:

                  I use this on my mountain bike. This saddle absorbs shocks very nicely. If I stay in the seat and go over something I should have stood for, I just bounce around on the saddle a bit with no discomfort. I spend a good amount of time in and out of the saddle, so I don't really notice much energy loss when pedaling. Sometimes the saddle seems a bit wide when trying to stand quickly and move about the bike while riding, but not too much. I might try the athletic fit next time around.

                  • Gift:
                  • No

                  Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

                  (3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

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