What grips and saddle do you run?

[irie]

I'm unlikely to ever use anything else.

That's what I say about everything on my bike.


Until I find something better.

 

[dthree]

YES IT IS!

SQ LABS 60X series saddle for MTB is legit. When I let someone try my saddle they get one. Its that good. There are others out there that work for other people but since SQ Labs isn't in every bike shop and not marketed like Ergon or others its not as widely used or known. They are worth the coin and sometimes you can find them on sale or used. So far I have seen a 100% conversion rate with the SQ Labs saddle. Use their website and free goodies to help you get the correct size. Once you go SQ you don't go back!!!

As for grips with comfort/cushion OURY grips are hard to beat but there are many brands with similar versions. Ultimate cushion would be the ESI Extra Chunky but some feel they are to squishy.

I concur. Using the 611 on my emtb and the 612 on my gravel bike. Nothing else worked as well. The key is to get the Ergowave Active version.

 

[SwampNut]

That's what I say about everything on my bike.


Until I find something better.

I rarely say it, because I am constantly chasing dragons. But for the first time on motorcycles and bicycles, I am no longer considering other grip options. I hope they make some for motorcycles soon.

 

[jonmat]

I hate round grips so use Ergon GP 3’s. My saddle is also Ergon SMC which I can’t tell much difference comfort wise from the SM.

 

[Topolino]

Ergon front and rear They do thick and thin grips.

Get a measurement on the rear end and start with the correct width for your sit bones. Ergon and SQ Labs have measuring stations at most good bicycle dealers

 

[Nautical Biker]

WTB Volt is the best saddle for me. I have it on both my bikes.
Also, DMR Deathgrips on the bars, on both bikes. Really nice and tactile with or without gloves.

 

[The Hodge]

SQ LABS 60X series saddle for MTB is legit. When I let someone try my saddle they get one. Its that good.

Having bent the rails on my SDG Bel Air saddle just yesterday I've been looking online for something to replace it ( although it's been my choice of perch for as long as I can remember..and I wouldn't be unhappy with another ) ..the SQ Labs caught my eye..however they seem to have a weight limit of 90kgs (14.173 stones) ..while my own weight is slightly under that my back pack would almost certainly take me over ..( not an option to remove anything or ride without it )
Are any heavier riders using these saddles without having problems ?
Also looking at the Ergon SM-EMTB saddle as another alternative ..

 

[jcismo1]

The Ergon Core Prime. Expensive, but worth every penny. Although they’re for ebikes, I have one on my analog mtb also.

SM E-Mountain Core Men

The CORE 3D® saddle for E-MTB riders. The comfort is drastically increased and the lower back is relieved. Special support in steep uphill situations

ergonbike.shop

They can be hard to find though.

 

[Harry Vandsome]

PNW Loam Grips XL & SR Lookin 3D saddle

 

[EMTBSEAN]

Revgrips, the fatest ones and WTB Koda saddle, so comfortable

 

[Plummet]

Odi elite pro grips.

Currently on wtb and sdg saddles. Weirdly I don't care too much about the saddle.

 

[JP-NZ]

Seems the SQlab is a popular choice, spendy saddle though is it worth the money

Yes it is, best saddle Ive ever used easily

For me
Saddle - SQlabs 60x ergowave 2.1
Grips - Ergon GA3's

 

[A06]

Ergon SMC-E and ODI Ruffian grips. Run same configuration on every bike except for my DJ/Pump Track bike.

 

[Downhillr]

Ergon SMC-E and ODI Ruffian grips. Run same configuration on every bike except for my DJ/Pump Track bike.

I like the Ruffians, just wore too quick for me (like other diamond nub types)

 

[Perryqhill]

Raceface Grippler and WTB Volt.

 

[dthree]

Just put the Ergon GE1 Evo grips on my hardtail last week. I like them so much I’m ordering a set for my EMTB

 

[The Hodge]

Went for another SDG Bel Air (lll)saddle in the end after reading reports ( elsewhere ) that the SM core saddles developed a squeak after a while ..
The new lll offering seems to have " borrowed " a few design features from the SM ..a shorter nose and a slightly ramped rear ..well pleased with it .

 

[ilostmypassword]

Ergon grips (life saver for my hands and ulnar nerve pain)- and a Giant in house saddle that has been the best saddle my butt has sat on since the 90's. Honestly it's awesome.

 

[Christurbo]

Ergon GD1 EVO Factory Grips
Ergon SM Enduro Comp Mens Saddle

I’m really happy with both, you can get a slim and standard thickness in the grips depending on your preference.

 

[steve_sordy]

Ergon grips (life saver for my hands and ulnar nerve pain)- and a Giant in house saddle that has been the best saddle my butt has sat on since the 90's. Honestly it's awesome.

Measure the width and bear that in mind next time you buy another saddle. It obviously suits your sit bones.

 

[thewrx]

Renthal kevlar grips, and SM-E Ergon saddle, if not renthal grips I may do a set of custom ODI's once in a while too.

 

[ilostmypassword]

Measure the width and bear that in mind next time you buy another saddle. It obviously suits your sit bones.

Totally!

 

[d3ftone]

ODI Elite Flow or Elite Pro grips. Elita One carbon saddle (from aliexpress), very light but still comfortable, but I'm not super picky about saddles. Chromag Overture is probably my fav saddle actually, but it just weighs so much more. Great for gripping it with your inner legs with its flat side profile.

Will be trying this saddle next, thought the side profile looked grip-able, while still being light and cheap.

 

[CascadianAaron]

Recently switched to RevGrips and they're worth every dollar. No more numb or fatigued hands. They're really a game changer, highly recommended. I was literally having crashes because my hands hurt so bad (this got worse after getting Covid in early August). To be able to ride for several hours with my hands intact is almost as much a game changer as the ebike was.

 

[E Bob]

Revgrips and Ergon SM (enduro I think) saddle.

Revgrips are bloody brilliant. Race or Pro, both work well.

Second this... Expensive but second to none...

 

[thewrx]

SM-E, when you can find em, and brooks for other bikes.

Renthal most days, if long days riding or on my cruiser/gravel the fattys (death grips, meat paws, or brooks/leather.

 

[jonmat]

The Ergon Core Prime. Expensive, but worth every penny. Although they’re for ebikes, I have one on my analog mtb also.

SM E-Mountain Core Men

The CORE 3D® saddle for E-MTB riders. The comfort is drastically increased and the lower back is relieved. Special support in steep uphill situations

ergonbike.shop

They can be hard to find though.

I have this saddle on my FS EMTB. But I have a cheap £20 Buckeroo saddle on my HT. Realistically they are both good. I think it's all down to your sit bones, seat angle, weight and posture. My HT has a more upright position and my FS is weight forward. The juries out for me, difficult to decide

 

[jonmat]

I recently picked up some fabric grips and swapped them out for the stock cube ones that come with the bike.

Went out last night but I'm finding that they feel thinner in diameter than the cube grips which I'm not so keen on.

I think I'd prefer a chunkier grip.
So what do people use and recommend?

Also the stock saddle is pretty firm. I took some Allen keys with me and messed around with it's position which has helped but a comfier saddle is next on the list.

Whats a comfortable saddle, I have 90mm apart sit bones so on the narrower side.

For me, on my weight forward FS EMTB, Ergon GP1's, they spread the weight across your palm

 

[Christurbo]

-Ergon GE1 Factory (well I snapped one in half recently on a large crash so I have a non factory on the right hand side at the moment)
-Ergon SM Pro Saddle

 

[Gilbo]

Burgtec bartender grips
Ergon emtb seat.
Tried all combinations over the years and settled on this 1.
Seat particularly good when climbing steep tech stuff.