SERFAS WOMEN'S ELEMENT REACTIVE GEL BICYCLE SADDLE

This is a quite comfortable seat. The first time I took it on a longer ride I felt like I was sitting on a cloud (especially compared to my original seat). I have been using it for over 1 year now and I typically ride 1-3x/week 20+ miles. I am about 7 1/2 months pregnant right now and in the middle of a snowy winter, so I haven't been biking quite as much right now. The seat is durable and exhibits almost no visible wear or tear after using it for over a year. It is definitely high quality. I will say, when I first started using the seat, it was a little wider than my original road bike seat (Specialized Dolce women's bike). At first, that took a bit of getting used to and it was almost too wide for comfort, however, now that I am pregnant, my hips have expanded a small amount and what at first felt a bit wide now feel perfect. If you haven't ever had any kids and have a small frame, you may find it to be too wide. Again, I am still giving this 5 stars because it was not enough discomfort to not be able to use the seat, and now it fits perfectly, but take into consideration your own body type when purchasing. It is fabric and will get wet in the rain/snow, though any cover would protect it from moisture. I just moved, but have done most of my riding with this seat in the greater Seattle area where it rains a fair amount. I was able to lock my bike inside a parking garage during the day so if it did get wet it was sheltered and able to dry relatively quickly. I'm sure it would be a different case if it was exposed to the elements all day long. However, my point is that the seat seems to dry relatively quickly when no longer exposed to rain and it hasn't had any issues with mold/mildew, odors, or other wear and tear from getting wet on occasion.

Initially, my bike stock seat was fine. Over time, though, it became increasingly uncomfortable. I did want to ride more, so I read up on different seat options. I chose this seat based on reviews. It is quite comfortable, and I've been able to ride several miles at a time without any discomfort.

I have a girlfriend who just doesn't get along well with most bike seats. We enjoyed riding together, but she was always somewhat uncomfortable, especially after 20 or 30 minutes. While I suspect that part of the problem is that she rides only occasionally and never really got over the saddle soreness phase, I'm sure that part of it is just the way that they fit her.So I set out to find a better fit for her. My first attempt was a PlanetBike Women's A.R.S. Classic seat, which I bought because of the strong reviews here on Amazon. But that one ended up being smaller and sportier than I expected, and my girlfriend never took to it.Cue second replacement. This Serfas has worked for her where other seats have failed. She is much more comfortable, and I'm happier too, because I have peace of mind.For the record, this seat's size and design is a bit on the cruiser-y side. It's definitely not something you'd expect to see on a road bike, but neither is it ridiculously huge and silly-looking, like some SUPER ULTRA MEGA GEL type. It's a bit too sleek/stylish looking for my taste - I like my parts simple, even going so far as to cover any tire logos with flat black coloring - but I don't really care about that as long as it's providing comfort.

This seat is terrific! It was not as wide as I was originally searching for, but the comfort is level is amazing. The ridge that goes down the center of the seat is so crucial in ridding you of that tush ache we all know so well from long hours of riding. I recently did a 25-mile ride without stopping and my butt felt great afterwards, thanks to this seat.Something to note: this is an actual seat, not a seat cover. You will need to remove your old seat and install this one. Installation is very easy. Overall i am very happy with my purchase. The seat looks professional (an instant bike upgrade) and it is so comfortable. Definitely worth the price paid.

I bought this seat for spin class didn't realize it was a replacement seat so had to return it but it looked comfy.

Definitely not the pad that you want If you're going to bike during the nice weather. Slides around underneath you on the seat, and the gel will eventually be pounded down to where there is no cushioning. May I recommend the diamondback Gel instead. Go with a brand that is dedicated to people who love to bike but also it is stylish and does everything this one does, but better and longer.

I originally chose it over other seats because I ride a mountain bike and this has a narrow nose and prevents chaffing while riding. When I received my seat I was pretty disappointed though because it really is not very soft. I gave it a fair chance and rode it a few times and while it didn't cause the butt pain that my old seat did, it was by no means comfortable. I ended up returning it for the Bell Memory Foam saddle which was ultimately cheeper, and more comfortable. In general I think this seat would be better suited for a serious rider.Some things to consider when buying this seat:-It is not weather proof at all so if you commute (like me) and may get caught in the rain, this seat will absorb water.-It has very minimum plush. I hear this is better if you are riding long distances regularly, but if you are a casual or short commute rider, you may prefer a softer seat.- Light weight and well made.