Selle SMP Pro vs WTB Volt Gel Chromoly Saddle

SMP claims that cyclists don't really ride on their ischial tuberosities, but on the ischial ramus. That's their theory behind the design of this saddle. Well, THIS cyclist felt like he was riding on two rails, because of the lack of support by the tail of the saddle under my sit bones. I rode it a hundred miles to make sure, but it just wasn't for me

So radius was like right up in your coit It was always pushing up on my anus and I wasn't into that So I tried the Fabric Shallow. I put that, I actua...

I’ve ridden this saddle for about 6 months up to a distance of 100 miles and it’s great. I even bought another one for my indoor trainer.

I’ve ridden on rides as long as 2+ hours, on double, single & downhill. Overall I’m very happy w/the WTB Volt. As long as it holds up, I’d have no issues w/spending more on one of the more expensive saddles made w/the lighter rails (cromoly or titanium, prob not carbon for $200+). Thank you for taking the time to read my review, I hope you found it helpful

Not overweight at all, but cycling is usually tough for guys my size. Pro fitment helps using a factory saddle, but after longer racing rides or tour events, I realized that I needed a change. I was super skeptical about spending this kind of cash on an ergonomic saddle and x2 for my trek road bike and my ktm gravel bike. However, if I could give this saddle 6 star rating, I would

The Volt with metal rails is a good value, since at this writing the lighter rail options have marginal reductions in weight. Comfort depends a great deal on how your hip bones are shaped and how long you'll be in the saddle. All I can suggest is what I did: buy the cheap one and try it out. If you think you might be sending it back, put one wrap of plastic tape around where you'll attach it to the clamp, and cover the seat temporarily with a plastic bag

Best saddle for comfort, I find I do not "slide forward" while riding this saddle, even in the aeros. If your not sure you want to shell out this kind of coin you can do what I did, buy a Selle TRK model that's about $70 to see if this saddle will be a long term fit for you then move up to the PRO.

I have no crotch numbness when climbing like with my previous Brooks B17 which was one of the main reasons I sold it for the WTB Volt. And honestly I'...

The saddle is expensive and a little on the heavy side, so buy it if you value a saddle which is really good to sit on. Be aware Selle SMP has a huge range of saddles with different width and from no to thick padding, so you may need an other saddle from their range.

They were advertised as CARBON and on sale. I would like to return the saddle. This saddle weighs a lot more than a real carbon saddle

Buy a correctly sized saddle. All the good saddle companies give the width specs for the different saddles they make. I suffered from riding narrow saddle issues for 20 years before I figured I have wide sit bones. Now I know! SMP Pro saddles are worth every penny! Buy quality bib shorts and ride all day

I went on the WTB web site for sizing assistance. They have you measure your wrist to determine seat width. I have been riding a 148mm wide seat since 1993. WTB recommended 155mm for me