(Part 2) Best bike saddles & accessories according to redditors
We found 436 Reddit comments discussing the best bike saddles & accessories. We ranked the 241 resulting products by number of redditors who mentioned them. Here are the products ranked 21-40. You can also go back to the previous section.
An Ogre is an extremely versatile bicycle and the people who use them come in all shapes and sizes. It's a lot of bike for the price, and a great choice for returning to the world of biking.
You could configure it with a do-it-all build, or select components that excel at road touring, expeditions, commuting, etc.
I only recommend investing in a great saddle. Something like the Brooks B67 suits an upright riding position. Which I, personally, love for touring. Combine a B67 with Soma Oxford handlebar and you've got a winning combo! The handlebar upgrade lends itself well with an ogre because the equipped shifters and brake levers are compatible.
Retrospec
OneUp dropper
PNW Ridge
There’s definitely options less than $200. Those are some examples. If you know what diameter and travel you need that will help.
I'm going to weigh in on stuff you will want and need no matter what bike you get as you start working into it and , you know, stretch your legs. IMHO, I would not go with a road bike with drop bars and skinny tires myself. I think 28mm tires are minimum deal for a 300 pounder.
I would probably go with 32mm or higher to start. Once you get under 250lbs maybe you can go to 28mm
YOUR HANDS WILL HURT
Good padded gloves ,
Better grips and if budget allows,
MUCH BETTER GRIPS
BACK AND NECK WILL HURT
If you have back/neck problems a adjustable stem like this to raise your bar 20-50mm may be a good idea.
I went with a bmx type handlebar and got away from the flat bar pretty fast I'm 45 and my back is fucked up.
YOUR ASS WILL HURT
Padded undershorts usually is enough
If not - Better seat and if necessary - a suspension type seatpost.
Hope this helps.
Highly recommend. I have this one. Love it. Have a hard tail fatbike.
https://www.amazon.com/Suntour-SP12-NCX-Mountain-Suspension-Seatpost/dp/B01BIX1XLW
For a "retro" look:
http://www.amazon.com/Origin8-Classic-Lite-Saddle-Brown/dp/B003ZM9RWC/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1405187409&sr=8-4&keywords=origin8+saddle
I just suggested this for a friend restoring an older Raleigh.
There's also this:
http://www.amazon.com/Origin8-Pro-Uno-Saddle-Brown/dp/B002PTSBNM/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1405187442&sr=8-1&keywords=origin8+saddle
Which is a bit more modern...
I really do think you'll enjoy it! Just a tip though - you'll likely want to end up snagging a bike seat cushion. When you're on the bike for 15-20 minutes to knock out a quick cardio workout the seat isn't uncomfortable. But during an hour Netflix binge or a 2-hour movie, you're gonna want that extra padding on the seat.
I snagged this one and my buttocks have been very happy ever since. Just make sure you get the right size based on the seat your bike will have.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01N10JZKF
Origin8. Here is a link.
Wouldn't something like this be easier?
Tacx Behind the Saddle Water Bottle Clamp https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000NNX4Y8/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_IdRdBbJ7437GT
Yep, a soft seat can be more painful and even cause sores. Same thing for the big padded gel covers. There's tons of friction between you and the seat from squishing around on it. The ideal seat is medium padded with a cutout. I am a huge proponent of the bike seats with the big gap in the middle so no weight is placed on your delicate lady parts. One like this: https://www.amazon.com/Planet-Bike-Womens-Standard-Anatomic/dp/B0015RASS6 They also make them for men but the cutout is in a different spot for...other parts. I don't have this brand but I have owned many just like it. I like the medium padded one which is for moderately sporty recreational cyclists like your mom.
The other thing is the more you bike the more your backside gets used to it and eventually it doesn't hurt at all. It also helps to stand up on the pedals and let the blood flow return to the area every so often while biking!
Ride very other day for at least an hour. Buy a gel seat or an old man comfort seat: https://www.amazon.com/Schwinn-Quilted-Wide-Cruiser-Saddle/dp/B0089WYUPM/ref=sr_1_32?ie=UTF8&qid=1467932185&sr=8-32&keywords=bicycle+comfort+seat
No, you'll probably need a new seat post, as opposed to the old style seat pole/pillar you have fitted to the bike currently. Hopefully it's not a weird size.
Modern seat post
Old School seat pillar/pole
You might get away with a Clamp for saddle rails but it's not an ideal way to do it, and proper seat posts aren't expensive.......
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I went on a 30-mi ride and ended up getting a really dry mouth, so I ended it there. Yesterday, I did 33-mi and ended it in order to get back at a decent time for breakfast. Having a water bottle on-hand definitely helped out and this set-up felt solid.
Saddle Rail Adaptor
Water Bottle Cage
Water Bottle
(Not pictured, but I highly recommend it!)
I like this one http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B000NNX4Y8?cache=a895fb864a9006d1dc999ea582d9fd21&pi=AC_SX110_SY165_QL70&qid=1405371530&sr=8-4#ref=mp_s_a_1_4. It's less than $15 and lets you carry 1 or 2 bottles
Reverse the way the rail came out. Brake up the hole, slide the rail back in. I think the plastic that holds the rail is broken.
I wouldn't use the saddle. Your medical bill will be more expensive than the new saddle, you know.
https://www.amazon.com/Charge-Spoon-Saddle-Black-Cromo/dp/B00GJPJ7PO/ref=sr_1_2?s=sporting-goods&ie=UTF8&qid=1474664555&sr=1-2&keywords=charge+spoon+saddle
https://www.amazon.com/WTB-Rocket-V-Race-Saddle/dp/B001BFGC5U
I have the CCX and another brand's fat tire bike. I'd recommend you go with the CCX, because it's going to be easier to ride when the battery runs out, and sometimes fat tires can be an inconvenience otherwise. Someone mention fitting into a bus rack, for example. I also think fat bikes attract more attention, though they're both still expensive-looking ebikes of course.
Another thing the CCX has going for it is the tires. Though fat tires are generally more resistant to flats in general, the Schwalbe Marathon Plus are known for being among the most flat-resistant tires you can buy. The kendas on the RCS might be good too, but they don't have the same proven reputation.
If you're concerned about a rough ride, get a suspension seatpost.
I'm using the Satori Animaris, which works incredibly well for just $60 (there's a slightly different looking model online too, not sure if it's a newer model). It seems to not be as bouncy as other suspension seatposts, but I like how you don't really notice it when pedaling until you need it. Not sure I'd want any more suspension for city use. Works great in rough NYC streets, and is the best purchase I've made for my bikes.
Save a bunch of money and get a better seatpost with the Suntour NCX. I've ridden just about every suspension seatpost out there, including the Thudbuster, and this is BY FAR my favorite. Just need to be sure to dial in the preload based on your weight and riding style, it works like a dream after that.
https://www.amazon.com/Suntour-SP12-NCX-Mountain-Suspension-Seatpost/dp/B01BIX1XLW
I know this sucks, but it's an easy/cheap replacement: post (assuming that went) and saddle. Post is fine quality (verify size) and the saddle is damn good for the money. Total should break $25 for free shipping. Wrench it yourself (easy if you have allen keys) or a shop can do it for less than $15.
Lots of us, myself included, have droppers on our hardtails.
It's a great thing to have, I won't go back to fixed.
DNM makes a very inexpensive model that has a remote release and can be stopped at any height. I'm extremely hard on my gear, and it's working perfectly fine after a season of abuse, so I'd say it's a great value compared to the other higher priced options.
I use the one linked below on one of my bikes and really like it. Selle has several other models under $100. I also have a $300 T3 which is lighter and made of leather, but honestly not much more comfortable.
https://smile.amazon.com/Selle-SMP-Extra-Cycling-Saddle/dp/B002OL3R6C/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1541165537&sr=8-4&keywords=selle+smp
I feel like I'm at least semi-competent enough to answer this with all the butt pain problems I've had since August...
Your butt needs to get used to it, there's no way around that, however depending on where the pain is depends on if it's normal pain that gets better over time, or an improper fit on the bike.
If you're hurting on the big ass muscles, in the area where you normally sit with your back straight on a chair, it's normal and will get better with more time in the saddle. Padded shorts will help with this, especially once you start putting on the miles. You can ignore the rest of this wall of text if this is your case.
If you have soft tissue hurting, in the perineum (taint), this will not get better over time and you must take corrective action. For me, this meant a saddle that has a split down the center to relieve the pressure there, like my current saddle. Again, you can now ignore the rest of this if this is your issue.
If you have muscle/bone pain further inwards on the butt, towards the crotch, this is also somewhat normal but not really normal... I'll need to explain a little further.
We sit on our ischial tuberosities, also known as the 'sit bones', hence they're aptly referred to as the 'sit bones.' Take a look at this diagram, the ischial tuberosity is on the left hand side. Further back is the pubis, or pubic bone, which you can also sit on while leaning forward by rolling your hips. If that bone hurts, it will get better with more time -- to a point, but never fully (at least, not in my case).
For me, I learned my lower back is really inflexible. This causes me to roll my hips forward and sit on the pubic bone instead of bending at my lower back. My new bike rectified this to a point, but I change positions on the bike so often that I split a lot of time between my sit bones and pubic bones now, so I can do 25 miles with little-to-no ass pain afterwards.
Wal-Mart can be your friend. Tubes are relatively cheap there, and they have their own hydration packs (Outdoor Products line) that are about $19-$25. I have one that's 6 years old, just replaced the bladder in it - which was my fault for forgetting to clean it after putting gatorade in it. No way I'd pay $50-$70 when those work great. They also have inexpensive helmets.
As for a seat, check out the Charge Spoon. I have them on 2 of my bikes and find them extremely comfortable.
QRs you can find on Amazon for a few dollars.
As someone said, get a minipump or CO2 inflator so you can change tubes if you get a flat - if you get a CO2 inflator get one that takes both threaded and non-threaded cartridges like this one. Wal Mart sells boxes of CO2 non threaded cartridges for around $8.
Noob here, but when you mentioned non-leather, my LBS guy recommended Brooks Cambium saddles and, when I recover from my most recent purchase, I'm totally going to put one of these on my new FS. I checked his out in the shop and it has flex to it but I doubt it breaks in much at all over time. The material reminds me of carbon (at least, it's textural appearance did) and I'm imagining it will hold up to exposure very well over time. It's seemingly a thin layer with plasticity, no foam or other unstable material which can disintegrate over time.
(I might come back and edit this as I'm going to peruse these now that I've been reminded.)
Brooks England C17 Cambium All Weather Bike Seat https://www.amazon.com/dp/B075H8N5ZF/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_G-ahDbRWFKW5G
Not sure why the C17 is cheapest but maybe it's because it's more common or something.
Is the clamp holding it to the post this type? If so, buy a kid's saddle and mount it.
Another possibility is something like this if the post is the correct diameter.
I purchased this one the other week. I had the opportunity to try it out before all the rain. It’s not padded much, so I would not suggest the saddle to you but the company does have some pretty good padded seats. I like the curved nose. A bit easier to climb with.
Selle SMP Extra Cycling Saddle, Black https://www.amazon.com/dp/B002OL3R6C/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_LyxCCb38Q480D
Any cheap Bell or Schwinn etc seat available at a big box store should already come with the 7/8 clamp. Some higher end saddles don't come with the clamp but you can just buy it separate.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B001GSKUAK/
I had one of these. Worked Great. Not the same, but same price range and functionality.
Can I get some advice for a bike saddle? I'm looking at these -
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0015RASS6/ref=ox_sc_act_title_3?smid=A1JCLQZW8GDOJ4&psc=1
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000C17N9I/ref=ox_sc_act_title_2?smid=A1JCLQZW8GDOJ4&psc=1
My sit bones tend to get really sore - maybe at around 15ish miles(right now I'm using a huge comfort bike seat which isn't really helping my performance I think). I'd love something supportive and useful.
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Do I need a regular pump and hand pump for my tires? How often do you check/pump your tires? Should I just bring c02 cartridges while I'm out riding? I have used foam tires in the past so I am pretty clueless on this...
Not totally clear on what you mean when you say "wheels are scratched and slashed", I'm guessing you mean the tires are damaged?
The front tire is probably the most important thing for safety if it's damaged, with the brake cables close behind.
So my budget for fixing all that would be (assuming it's the tires and not the wheels that's damaged):
New:
Total cost: $90-100. Only special tool you'd need is a chain tool ($9) to adjust the length of the chain.
for the love of everything holy, get a bike seat with a slot!! i recommend this one... one of the cheaper options, and i really like it. your labia will still get sore if you haven't ridden in a while, but it helps keep the inner labia and clit unbruised.
Thanks, we didn't get a gel one but we got this one: http://www.amazon.com/Schwinn-Quilted-Wide-Cruiser-Saddle/product-reviews/B0089WYUPM/ref=dpx_acr_txt?showViewpoints=1. I think it's unisex. It got good reviews with the casual, biking for exercise riders, the ranks of whom I am joining. :)
http://www.citygrounds.com/aventon/aventon-cordoba-track-frame-3532?color=MATTE_BLACK
http://www.retro-gression.com/product/alpina-f04-track-fork
http://www.amazon.com/SRAM-S300-Courier-Crankset-165mm/dp/B00FA5PPIC
http://www.amazon.com/Charge-Spoon-Saddle-Black-Cromo/dp/B00GJPJ7PO/ref=sr_1_1?s=sporting-goods&ie=UTF8&qid=1404634859&sr=1-1&keywords=charge+spoon
http://www.amazon.com/FSA-Omega-Compact-Round-Black/dp/B001GSODAS/ref=sr_1_4?s=sporting-goods&ie=UTF8&qid=1404634799&sr=1-4&keywords=compact+drops
http://www.amazon.com/KMC-K710SL-SuperLite-Bicycle-1-Speed/dp/B001CNC2VY/ref=sr_1_1?s=sporting-goods&ie=UTF8&qid=1404634840&sr=1-1&keywords=kmc+710sl
This would be solid for 600
I use this untill it got stolen and I switched to another seat which is very angry at my ass so I ordered the same one I had before, it should be in the mail today.
Almost all the reviews are good and I'm sure you can return it if it doesn't work out.
It was $15 but now it's down to $12.99
Try this one. Planet Bike A.R.S. Standard bike seat - women's https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0015RASS6
I have turned some of my super particular riders on to this (both men and women) and the comfort is unbeatable.
Why not just link directly to the Amazon page instead of blogspam with an affiliate link?
Or I just answered my question.
Yes! www.amazon.com/dp/B01N10JZKF/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_tai_ks.RCbPHRGBKG
Edit: link wasn’t working.
Thanks! The saddle is a Selle Royal Respiro (https://www.amazon.com/Selle-Royal-Respiro-Moderate-Xsenium/dp/B009O0CZYG/ref=sr_1_1). So far, I've found it to be quite comfy.
Make sure the bike fits you and you're riding properly:
But, really, a road bike is probably the worst type of bike you could be using.
What do you think of saddles with springs like http://www.amazon.com/Brooks-Saddles-Bicycle-Saddle-Mens/dp/B000I0V0JM ?
http://www.amazon.com/Brooks-Saddles-Bicycle-Saddle-Mens/dp/B000I0V0JM.
B67 saddle. Some prefer the original B17 but I'm a bigger guy and liked the extra springs.
Weather proof. C17 carved. https://www.amazon.ca/Brooks-England-Cambium-Weather-Saddle/dp/B075H8N5ZF
Found the tires x2.
Tubes x2.
Seat is your choice, look for a "cruiser seat" if you want to retain the look of it x1.
Brake pads x2.
Cable kit is above. That should give you a rough outline of what I had to replace on mine, not counting opening up any of the sealed components to clean and regrease.
I share your pain with regard to the angry drivers. It doesn't matter how fast you're going, in my experience, most drivers equate 'bicycle' with 'slow', and slow = road rage.
For the rough bike lanes though, have you considered switching to a suspension seatpost? Preferably something nice like a Thudbuster or NCX, but I rode with a cheapo telescoping seatpost for over a year, and even that is a massive comfort improvement over a normal rigid seatpost.
I would also consider lowering the tire pressure a bit, but not too much, since you don't want to risk getting pinch flats.
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I don't know why some shopping links are ending up there but not others. I suspect it's because that link is full of crap. Please in the future clean all the tracking crap out of your Amazon links.
https://www.amazon.com/corki-Parking-Mountain-Kickstand-Utralight/dp/B07L9P4KMX/
Is all it needs to be. Everything after the product code (B07L9P4KM) can be quickly and easily trimmed away. I will not do this again.
Thanks
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07MC2P8XN/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_tai_W2gEDbEEC6GG7
I’ve known a few buddies that have rocked this with no issues (looks like a 3 year warranty as well). I personally haven’t used it, as my bike came with a KS. Don’t get one that uses hydraulic fluid in the cable, less maintenance.
Have you looked on Craigslist?
I had Selle Italia Carbonia for a few thousand miles and even with the cutout I would get numbness pretty quickly. I then tried out a SMP Extra and have been numbness free since. It has quite a bit of padding so I kinda got it to test out the SMP shape. I will likely move to a SMP dynamic or Drakon when I can afford it. You can check out some detailed info from Steve Hogg here
This one 🤣 https://www.amazon.com/corki-Parking-Mountain-Kickstand-Utralight/dp/B07L9P4KMX/ref=asc_df_B07L9P4KMX/
If you want a cable post and want to go cheap;
DNM Mountain Bike Dropper Seatpost Remote Lockout 31.6x330mm https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00BW4T7OS/ref=cm_sw_r_awd_8ehnub14ZZTZA
I don't have it but I know 2 guys that use it.
I will never ride anything other than my Brooks B 17 again, it's just as good as everyone says it is. I prefer it to the spring models, less squishy and I found it astonishingly comfortable from day one. I have mine on my singlespeed road bike and find it works fine for a mix of relaxed and sporty seating position like I'd expect you to use while hauling a trailer. I'd say the 88$ Amazon calls up for the black model would be well worth it considering the comfort and longevity factor. I have also made good experiences with this Selle Royal if you want half that price for a pretty good saddle.
I have a lower cost option for you. Planet Bike make a padded gel seat called the A.R.S. (which makes me chuckle every time I read it). I've used it on my commuter for roughly 5-6 years and close to 10,000kms of riding. I had put it away for the past 8 or so months as I built myself up a new drop bar commuter and didn't think it was cool having this bulky saddle. A few weeks back, I badly bruised my tailbone, so switched back to this saddle and I swear it won't come off the bike again as it's so much more comfortable than any of the solid saddles I've used. There are some good reviews on the Amazon site linked that sum it up well. I will say this saddle has really lasted a long time. I do 8-10 rides per week and it is still in like new condition. Padding is still solid and the material has not experienced any issues.
You should grab a thudbuster suspension seatpost or for 60 bucks these are pretty good. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B071YLB5CN/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_3-1ODbMG4JGNZ