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ERGON BIKE MTB SMC SPORT GEL MEN SADDLE [STEALTH]

Ergon

ERGON BIKE MTB SMC SPORT GEL MEN SADDLE [STEALTH]

R 2,420.00

Comfort and dynamic response as an unbeatable combination: The SMC Men Sport Gel delivers optimum flow on the trail. An extra-thick orthopedic foam and anatomic gel pads reduce pressure points when seated while the men’s specific relief channel prevents soft-tissue numbness and pain. You’re comfortable in every position and ready to put the pedal to the metal. Leave saddle discomfort in the dust and enjoy the trails with the SMC Men Sport Gel!

Versus the SM Men, the SMC Series has thicker orthopedic foam, is softer and creates a large contact area. The SMC features a flat profile for dynamic sitting in different positions without tilting effects.

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Comfort MTB saddle for Men
Saddle shell made of Nylon Composite
CroMo rails, 7x7
Microfiber cover
Orthopedic Comfort Foam with Gel Pads
S/M fit sit-bone width of 9-12cm
M/L fits sit-bone width of 12-16cm
220 lb recommended max rider weight limit

Men’s Health

The Ergon development team carried out intensive research on the topic of men’s health. They found that the main cause of complaints when cycling is the saddle. Often times, men experience too much pressure on their perineal area leading to pain, discomfort, numbness and potentially more severe health problems. The SMC Men Sport Gel relieves this pressure with a very specific relief channel as well as better surface area distribution under the bony structures. Through MRT, CT analysis, many prototypes and test riders, we have ergonomically adjusted the saddle to the specific anatomy and needs of men.

Position of a male pelvis in cross section with illustration of the nerve tracts, bones and soft tissues, illustrating the relief of an Ergon saddle

More freedom of movement

Compared to women, the male pelvis tends to be less flexible. This means that men sit more upright on the saddle and put more of their weight distribution on their sit bones. Therefore the transition area between the rear of the saddle and the saddle nose can be kept narrow (Y-shape). This gives the legs more space to pedal.

Position of a male pelvis on a standardized bicycle saddle.

Male and Female pelvic differences

In contrast to the female anatomy, the male sit bones are more narrow and where the two sides of the pelvis come together in the front is much higher. This results in more pressure being distributed on the male’s sit bones vs. a broader area of sit bones and pubic bones in women. We have taken this significant difference between male and female anatomy into consideration during saddle development.

Pressure relief

The correct distribution of pressure is important. In order to protect the sensitive perineal area, the pressure must be shifted to the sit bones and parts of the pubic arch – this is exactly how the relief surface of Ergon men’s saddles works. Due to the more upright sitting male pelvis we have kept the surface flat and even for best possible freedom of movement. For the support we use the highest quality foams.

Pressure picture of the Ergon saddle SMC Men.

The Right Size

The shape and size of the saddle must match the sit bone width of the rider to maximize comfort and enjoyment.

The pelvic bone has a unique V-shaped and the saddle must offer the sit bones a large contact surface with the ability to meet the demand of different sitting positions. Various saddle widths are offered so that the usable seat surface corresponds to the riders unique sit bone distance.

The more forward and aggressive the rider sits, the further forward the sit bones contact the saddle.

The saddle is available in the sizes Small / Medium for the seat bone distance of 9-12 cm and Medium / Large for the seat bone distance of 12-16 cm

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