Everything's Been Done - I Bought a Bootleg S-WORKS Saddle from Ali Express

Description

Testing Fake 3D saddle($68) against the Authentic S Works Mirror Saddle($450).
😱Ali Express Saddle: https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_DBdX1qL
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Bike part mentions in this video

Bicycle 3D Printed Saddle Ultralight Carbon Fiber Road Mountain Bike Seat Cushion Hollow Comfortable 3D MTB Saddle Seat

Created: September 12, 2024

The reviewer compares a $68 bootleg 3D printed saddle to a $450 original, noting their similarities and differences. They mention that the bootleg is slightly lighter (197g vs 202g) and looks very similar to the original, with carbon bottoms and rails. However, the bootleg lacks the density changes and specialized body geometry of the original, making it uniformly firm. Despite this, the reviewer is pleasantly surprised by the bootleg's comfort and states they would keep it in rotation, though the original is slightly more comfortable due to its research and technology.

AI-Summary

Pros

  • Lighter than the original (197g vs 202g)
  • Looks very similar to the original
  • Has carbon bottoms and rails
  • Surprisingly comfortable
  • Good value for the price ($68 vs $450)
  • The reviewer would keep it in rotation

Cons

  • Lacks density changes found in the original
  • Uniformly firm throughout
  • Middle and cutout are harder than the original
  • Rails are 7x9, not round, limiting compatibility with some seat posts
  • No branding (missing the 's' on the back)

Key Points

  • Weight: 197g (bootleg) vs 202g (original)
  • Carbon bottoms and rails
  • 7x9 rails (not round)
  • Uniform firmness (no density changes)
  • Missing branding ('s' on the back)
AFFILIATE by Everything's Been DoneACTIVE
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about 12 hours
Ship-ToCost
🇺🇸$114.40
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aliexpress.com
Last check of link:
9 months
Ship-ToCost
🇺🇸$114.40
AFFILIATE by MyBikePartsACTIVE
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Aliexpress Rating:
4.6 (178 Reviews)
Last check of link:
9 months
Ship-ToCost
🇺🇸$67.10
🇫🇷€70.39
🇬🇧£61.39