TomD
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Figure we could use a thread on these bikes since quite a few of us picked up the $777 closeouts from Bicycle Blue Book.
I'll start it off with my first upgrade. This is more of a WTB Speed saddle "first impression" than the Rebel Lite related other than to say the stock saddle must go!
@FlatSix911 suggested the WTB Pure Comp but according to WTB's sizing (which estimates sit bone via wrist measurement, subsequently confirmed by "foil on stairs" measurement) I'm between a medium and thin so went with the Speed as it's slightly thinner than the Pure. This review also seemed to indicate the Speed might have characteristics for a better universal fit.
www.outdoorgearlab.com
I wasn't sure whether to go with the Comp or Progel so I bought both (along with some other stuff to get to $60 for free shipping).
https://www.jensonusa.com/WTB-Speed-Comp-Saddle-Black (currently $16)
https://www.jensonusa.com/WTB-Speed-Progel-Saddle (currently $21)
My saddles arrived today and the progel saddle looks just like the closeout one on the Jenson site with white labeling. The Comp is all black like the one pictured in the review. I was surprised to see the Progel was lighter when I put it on the scale. Upon closer inspection I noted chromoloy stamped on the rail (even though the package says steel). Thank you very much WTB for the complementary upgrade! I honestly can't tell much difference in padding. The Progel seems a little cushier but they are both quite comfortable, I don't think I'd want more padding! Too soon to tell how they will turn out but I know my bum was happier with it than the stock saddle in the living room!
A few pics comparing all black vs. white labeling on my blue 29er:
I'll start it off with my first upgrade. This is more of a WTB Speed saddle "first impression" than the Rebel Lite related other than to say the stock saddle must go!
@FlatSix911 suggested the WTB Pure Comp but according to WTB's sizing (which estimates sit bone via wrist measurement, subsequently confirmed by "foil on stairs" measurement) I'm between a medium and thin so went with the Speed as it's slightly thinner than the Pure. This review also seemed to indicate the Speed might have characteristics for a better universal fit.
WTB Speed Comp Review
Winner of our Best Buy Award for the second year in a row, the WTB Speed Comp is an excellent saddle at an even better price. Universally liked by nearly...
www.outdoorgearlab.com
I wasn't sure whether to go with the Comp or Progel so I bought both (along with some other stuff to get to $60 for free shipping).
https://www.jensonusa.com/WTB-Speed-Comp-Saddle-Black (currently $16)
https://www.jensonusa.com/WTB-Speed-Progel-Saddle (currently $21)
My saddles arrived today and the progel saddle looks just like the closeout one on the Jenson site with white labeling. The Comp is all black like the one pictured in the review. I was surprised to see the Progel was lighter when I put it on the scale. Upon closer inspection I noted chromoloy stamped on the rail (even though the package says steel). Thank you very much WTB for the complementary upgrade! I honestly can't tell much difference in padding. The Progel seems a little cushier but they are both quite comfortable, I don't think I'd want more padding! Too soon to tell how they will turn out but I know my bum was happier with it than the stock saddle in the living room!
A few pics comparing all black vs. white labeling on my blue 29er:
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Lucky you for getting 3!!
