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Tom Bowers Cycling on YouTube 22 days ago
00:09:23
The reviewer discusses their experience with a Riot (not RYET) 3D printed carbon saddle, which is the primary focus of the video. They mention using an older Riot 3D printed saddle in the past but had issues with its wide nose. The new Riot Ultimate carbon saddle is praised for its narrow nose, variable density 3D printing, premium feel, and comfort, especially after a 3-hour turbo trainer test. They compare it favorably to their expensive Selle Italia SLR Boost saddle in terms of comfort while being significantly cheaper. The reviewer also notes the saddle's weight (186g), its cover over the 3D mesh to prevent abrasion, grippy rail finish, and ovalized carbon rails.
AI-Summary
Pros
- Really comfortable, on par with the expensive Selle Italia SLR Boost
- Super premium feeling
- No flex in the carbon base
- Nice measurement markings on the rails for repeatable fit
- Carbon shell seems really well made and nicely bonded to the rails
- Significantly cheaper than big-name brand 3D printed saddles (approx. £70 vs. over £300)
- Variable density 3D printing: firm where sitbones go, squishy in the pressure relief channel and nose
- Narrow nose profile (tapered nicely) which suits the reviewer
- Has a cover over the 3D mesh to prevent abrasive rubbing on shorts
- Grippy finish on the rails to prevent sliding in the clamp
- Lightweight (186g)
- Comfortable even during a long, brutal turbo trainer session
Cons
- 3D printed saddles are never quite as light as full carbon with a little padding counterparts
- As a full carbon design with ovalized rails, it may not work well with some seat clamps
- The older Riot 3D printed model had a wide nose the reviewer didn't find comfortable and had abrasive 3D mesh
Key Points
- Brand: Riot (repeatedly mentioned, not RYET)
- Model: Riot Ultimate (carbon shelled)
- Weight: 186g
- Construction: Carbon shell, 3D printed padding with variable densities
- Cover: Has a cover over the 3D printed mesh
- Rails: Carbon, ovalized
- Features: Measurement markings on rails, grippy finish on rail area
- Price: Approximately £70 for the high-end carbon model on AliExpress
- Shape: Narrow nose, tapered profile
- Comfort: Found very comfortable during a 3-hour turbo session
Where to Buy
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aliexpress.com🇺🇸
$27.19
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€22.99
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£18.49
Rating there:
4.8 (481 reviews)
Last checked:
20 days
ago
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