Hobson Pro Hub X2 Saddle, Black

5 star saddle. My wife and daughter are completely sold of these. I guess if I had a delicate prostate I would be too. We've ditched "female ergonomic saddles" in favour of Pro Hub X2 (we have them on 2 solos and two tandems) and they have transformed my wife's and daughter's ride comfort.

I have cycled all my life and currently own a Dahon 2013 Vitesse 8 speed folding cycle. Due to stupid motorists twice running into my Yamaha motorcycle decades ago I am now 'blessed' with Arthritis in my legs and hips. I also as a result of the above have a painful right 'Sit Bone'. I have tried gel saddles and Brooks saddles but still have pain. The Hobson Pro Hub X2 can only be described as amazingly comfortable. I used this saddle to ride to Warwick via the Stratford upon Avon canal to visit my daughter. I did make the mistake of setting the saddle top dead level. The saddle top needs to be sloping a bit otherwise you MIGHT get the saddle biting into your thigh behind your leg like mine did. If you read reviews of this saddle you will find reference of 'sliding forward'...this is rubbish. There is a gap between the two saddle pads that gives you the Brooks saddle.... 'coolness' ...without the 'Sitting on a old railway sleeper effect' of bone hard leather...you really need a few, say ten mile rides to get a comfortable position for YOUR bum. Feel free to carry on using your Brooks saddle if you like a 'numb bum'......however you don't get this with the Hobson saddle....so a great buy!

I am in love with this seat, and I have been for over eight years. Nevertheless, you should read the negative reviews, too, because they make good points. If you are uncertain, then you really should try the saddle in person rather than ordering online. The trouble is: where? Bike stores don't carry these! So if you are mostly convinced that this seat is what you need, but you are just a little skittish due to the mixed reviews, hopefully my notes can help. ******************************************************** Briefly: In my experience, you *can* commute on this saddle, you *can* do long-distance, you *can* use it with both "slow, upright stance" bikes as well as "fast, tucked-down" road bikes. ******************************************************** [Also: it ain't just men that want bike seats to stop poking them between the legs. This review is by a female (me), and while I have no way to know how unpleasant it is to be male and sit on harsh saddles, I can say that as a *female* on a traditional saddle I was *miserable*.] I do think the negative reviews are thoughtful, honest, and well-written. However, for me, this saddle is pure bliss. This is the second Hobson "two cheek" saddle I have owned. The first is still sturdy and usable after countless miles, but it has been moved onto a stationary exercise bike, and I ordered this new "pro x2" for my current bicycle. I have never ever had a single complaint about these Hobson saddles. About me: I used this saddle on a mountain bike (for both city riding and "beginner" trail riding) for 2-3 years. On the mountain bike I had this seat nearly level, and I could still ride with no hands when I wanted to, just supported and balanced entirely on the seat. Currently I only own a road (touring) cycle, and now I use the Hobson with this touring bike (a 12-speed, with drop handlebars). I keep the saddle tilted forward. This means slightly more of my weight is supported by my upper body strength, but it keeps the seat comfortable for the more "tucked" stance of a street cyclist. (also, i vastly prefer to have this weight supported by my push-up strength instead of just by a thin seat-nose wedged right up you-know-where). On this bike, I can no longer ride no-handed, but that was never a requirement for me. I can still easily ride one-handed if I need to fiddle with my bike accessories or my water bottle with one hand. Some of the feats of cycling I have done since becoming a Hobson user: ~ the 50-mile Rosarito-to-Ensenada ride; ~ a four day 200-mile trek with friends; ~ a weekend trip of 140 miles round-trip; ~ one "century" (a 100-mile event); ~ and also just my 12 mile commute to work on most days. ******************************************************** So why do some people LOVE this seat and some people HATE it? I think a big factor is how much you *hate* the "normal" saddle. If you have decided that you positively cannot *ever* spend one more minute on a normal saddle -- even if it means you just give up cycling altogether, then you should take a chance on alternative saddles before abandoning the sport. (That was me. Trying the Hobson restored all my joy for cycling.) If, however, you continue to be able to "tolerate" your current saddle but you are mildly uncomfortable and waiting to see if something better comes along, then you might find annoyances on the Hobson, too. If you tolerate your current saddle, then you might not have the motivation to get past the initial unfamiliarity of this Hobson. If you still cannot decide, then maybe you will call some local brick-and-mortar stores and give them some hints that they should stock these! That would help *everyone* -- both the people who will love these, and those other people that will be spared from difficult online return policies after *not* liking these. Final note: two other cyclists I ride with swear by another alternative, Ergo The Seat Ultimate Bicycle Saddle

Sehr gute Qualität und absolut hilfreich. Toll!

After my prostate surgery I found this seat to cause no pressure/pain!

For me, this is the perfect bike saddle in terms of both comfort and function. As a gentleman of a certain age, I’ve had (successful) radiation treatment for prostate cancer, so it’s been vital to avoid pressure Down There: my bike-riding days seemed numbered. This saddle, though, provides a comfortable ride that’s also free of pressure where I need it to be free of pressure. I’ve tried other split saddles, but they weren’t as comfortable as this one. The shape of the pads mimics traditional saddles enough to distribute weight across my “sit bones” as well as slightly down my upper thigh, so it feels like a more secure perch. And that means I can ride my bike more often and more confidently that I’m not doing damage downstairs. Sure, the feel is different from a standard saddle, and it takes a little getting used to, but it’s well worth the effort. I should also note that it was necessary for me to contact Hobson with an installation question (it’s really a very simple process) and their response was quick, useful, and personal. I couldn’t be a more satisfied customer.

Impossible de rester stable. Je glisse des 2 cotés