With the Selle Italia Kit Carbonio Saddle, you get the slim shape that defines the entire SLR line, as well as the lightweight we all appreciate, while still enjoying a level of padded comfort that some of our rears demand.
You are not heaving over the sort of cash for the SLR Kit Carbonio that you’ll likely have to for the Tekno. That’s not to say any corners have been cut with the Kit Carbonio, just certain adjustments to help with the cost savings and add to the immediate comfort level. Tipping the scales still just at 125 grams, weight gain is minimal, but you will be getting a saddle that is fully covered with effective cushioning. The shell is a 30% carbon composite that will add an extra level of flexible cushioning that offer some respite over rough roads. You will also get a nice bit of shock absorbing assistance from the oblong 7x9mm seat rails. They are made from what Selle Italia calls CarboKeramic, and are designed to be light and durable while enhancing the little nods toward comfort that are essential to lightweight saddles. And if you’ve read cautionary tales about buying oval railed saddles, never fear since anything vertical clamping will work with a 7x9 rail, and in any case, nearly every manufacturer of seatposts produces an adapter for carbon rails.
At 131mm wide, the Selle Italia SLR Kit Carbonio Saddle offers a perfect shape for riders with narrow sit bones, while the 275mm length will give you plenty of room to move as you adjust your position when going from the drops to the hoods to the upper section of the bars. And since it is covered in Selle Italia’s indestructible Fibratek material you can feel comfortable mounting this to your off-road machine knowing that it will not get scratched or damaged easily if you are prone to diggers.
The Selle Italia SLR Kit Carbonio Saddle will give you the support you need without weighing you down.