The Scoop is available in 3 different shapes;

• Scoop Radius for an upright position such as Urban riding or MTB (all-mtn and dh). Ideal for bars at the same height or above the saddle.

• Scoop Shallow for a slightly more stretched out position such as CX, XC or Sportive/ GranFondo – can we say Gravel now too? This is great for those with bars just below the saddle or those who prefer to ride on the hoods/ flats on road bikes.

• Scoop Flat for a stretched out position on a road race bike. Although this shape is really popular for some on trail mtb also and the majority of our women road racers. Perfect for a big drop from the saddle to the bars and if you use the drops a lot.
  

Line saddles all use the Shallow shape – it’s the most universal of all saddle shapes to cover a broader range of ride positions.

• The Radius has the most padding, this is because all body weight is concentrated through the sit bones, this works in tandem with shape of the saddle which spreads your weight over the entire surface so there are no single points of pressure. The accentuated curve in the top prevents your body from sliding around too much using preventing expending more energy.

• The Shallow is slightly flatter than the Radius but still has a dip in the middle, this is more universal and can be used for many applications. The padding is between that of the Radius and Flat.

• The Flat is as flat as it can be and has a flexible nose to alleviate pressure underneath when reaching forward. Padding is on the minimal side as weight is distributed between the saddle and bars, not into the sit bones. The saddles neck goes further back allowing your hips to rotate and the upper body to bend to the bars easier.

Many saddle manufacturers make overly stiff based/ padded saddles so the instant you get a channelled saddle, the difference is noticeable. However, the Scoop is very flexible and forgiving so for some riders used to channels in their old saddles, it will be an easy transition as the nose flexes enough to take pressure away. Choose the right shape to suit your position and those areas of discomfort will completely disappear.

But… there are some out there who biologically have issues, have had operations or are going through treatment that requires clearance at the perineum which is where the Line will be best and now we have 2 widths to accommodate a larger spread of riders. Your GP or Doctor will best to advise when you need to choose a saddle with a channel.

For some female riders, having flat topped saddles can be quite painful too, so we’d recommend the Line for these riders.

On the Scoop we offer 3 different rail types; Steel, CroMo and Titanium.

• Steel is offered on the entry-level Sport model

• CroMo is offered on the Elite range and is ideal for heavy and light duties. Also ideal for heavier riders.

• Titanium rails are offered on the Race range and only a little lighter than CroMo but they are more flexible and provide the most comfort of all rails. Choose this for long periods of time in the saddle. Heavier riders (over 100kg) can buy this but it will feel a bit too soft for them

• Carbon rails are the lightest and stiffest (a little stiffer than CroMo) so best for race applications such as Crits or short ride where pedalling support is quite important for putting out the watts. Most hardened derrieres can do long rides on these no problem. These have a weight limit of 100Kg.

8nm for all Carbon rails

We offer 2 types of grip material; silicon and kraton.

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