5 THINGS TO KNOW WHEN BUYING A NEW SADDLE *IMPROVE COMFORT AND PERFORMANCE* (SPECIALIZED POWER)

[@GCPerformance18]

I HOPE YOU ALL FOUND THIS VIDOE USEFUL, IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESITONS FEEL FREE TO LEAVE A COMMENT DOWN BELOW :))

[@ryanglahs8692]

I picked up a Power saddle last year - it was a game changer for me, absolutely love it.

[@GCPerformance18]

awesome!!!!! glad to hear it!!

[@jimbosimon]

The specialized kiddy bike at the background is sweet!!!

[@GCPerformance18]

thanks!!! that's about where it stays at lmao

[@chickenleg123]

I like how there is casually a hotwalk carbon in the background

[@GCPerformance18]

lmao, I disrespected the shit out of that hotwalk

[@13run]

Lol, I was thinking same and the kids bike 😍

[@betofogo17]

I have already chosen specialized power, your video taught me which one to choose. Kudos from Brazil.

[@GCPerformance18]

Thank you so much and I hope you enjoy

[@duckmanduckfairy8010]

Been riding 155 power now for 2 years and never had issues! Recently went to power arc and love it!

[@GCPerformance18]

awesome!!!!! very nice stufff :))

[@geesco9513]

Most have to do with bike setup. I have a couple saddles with 143mm width all looks the same. I like my Selle Italia TM Novus Flow because of the seat bone to nose on saddle is more narrow. Not too hard and not too soft. I do like to ride in the drops a lot and still comfy on the hoods without moving all around on the saddle. Now I have no more saddle sores. Nice saddle for cheap. All of my shorts are Pearl Izumi.

[@GCPerformance18]

yea this is true too

[@sfef84]

No one should be in pain while riding. A lot of it has to do with the chamois in your bib or shorts. I have the bontrager aeolus elite and use it with black bibs or castelli with zero issues. I try pearl izumi and I get saddle sores on both legs and numbness everywhere down there.

[@GCPerformance18]

yea its all preference to our buddies and also your body and riding style can change so sometimes what worked before won't always work and you might need to change bib shorts and saddles

[@elmerrichardson6413]

Good job! I'm a Bontrager man, but I like the look of Specialize saddles, especially that Power model, it's a looker.

[@GCPerformance18]

yea the power saddles are nice and I feel like alot fo the companies now have something very similar to that look

[@1bojanbojan]

Riding shorts with padding helped me the most

[@GCPerformance18]

yea they really do and im a big believer in you can usually get use to every saddle, as long as you put miles on it

[@mrsuperd1983]

Nice video again! You remind me of the Neighbor from “Home Improvements!”😂😂😂

[@GCPerformance18]

lmfao why is thta, because I never show face?

[@zcarfanatic]

Wow, fantastic video. I've tried MANY saddles - I thought it was just me that felt some saddles of the same size felt too small/narrow. I too, am now on a power 143 and it's pretty nice. My previous favorite was the Toupe from 2009-ish. That Carbon Hotwalk in the back though! Lucky kid there 🙂

[@nycyclist4154]

I bought the same saddle earlier today. I was going to buy the power pro mirror very cushy but the price tag threw me for a loop. I have saddle sore from riding my old saddle and swelling of the tissue. Not a pleasant feeling. I was measured. I put my bike on the trainer with bib shorts and chammy butter. Right now it a bit uncomfortable cause of the saddle sores and swelling of the soft tissue. That swelling occurred cause of crash so the nose of the old saddle hit my soft tissue. Talk about pain. When I'm healed and can't wait to see how the saddle really feels. But even in my condition it's a major difference from my old saddle. It turns out it was too narrow. So let's see if I go for the power mirror saddle. But I may be ok with the same saddle you have which happens to be 143mm as well. Thanks for the info it helps

[@craigherriot4026]

Best video I've seen on the subject. This really is becoming my go-to channel for everything bike. One thing, like some other commentators I would like to know what your seat bone measurement came out as to make you decide on the 143mm power saddle? Thanks again.

[@alexben927]

Have you tried the power mirror. I currently use the power for more aggressive rides and the leather selle anatomica for longer rides. I’d like to have one saddle but can’t ride centuries with the power hence question on power mirror? Also have your tried the Argo saddle terra which is similar to power?

[@GCPerformance18]

the mirror saddle is by far one of the coolest saddles I got to ride yet its only 20 mmiiles long but it was so comfy and molded to your body so well, very nice product I just wish there was more out there

[@MIAthe305]

Every time I start getting a little ‘sore’ on my soft tissue I sing to myself “Tainted Love” - it makes me laugh and move on with my ride. But I’m thinking of getting a Power saddle to try and relive some of that pressure on longer rides

[@GCPerformance18]

lmao yea man im telling you that saddle does wonders for me I use to always have pressure there ebfore and now this thing helps alot

[@waynedoherty7758]

Take note of GC Perfs comment regards the power arc and needing to size up. I got measured up in an Aussie specialized dealer, ordered the power arc, and due to the fast roll off ended up missing my sit bones, and got some massive numbness. Dealer wasn't as switched on as GC to realise they would need to order that saddle in a size up from what the specialized computer software was telling us.

[@coreyreeder3549]

I recently got a specialized power. I like the shape but it honestly feels too firm. It almost feels like it bruises my sit bones. Should I get used to it or look to something else? What would you recommend?

[@GCPerformance18]

how many rides have you don if less then 10, get us e to it.... these saddles ahve a really dense foam and causes some vrusing at first tbu once u do a coupld rides it breaks in and accommodates the sit bones more

[@TheCup0joe]

I've been riding a 143 Power Comp, I'm going to try out a 153 Pologo Dimension when CT thaws. I measured right in between the two sizes and think there's just enough roll off on the Power to make it not super comfortable. It's great for ~15-20 miles but any longer it loses comfort big time.

[@GCPerformance18]

okayed if that doesn't happen then try the eathos by bontrager I think they have a 148mm saddle that might work great for you

[@PedroPrego]

Actually, I think you've missed one important aspect. Mentioning that carbon rail are always (if not always please let me know which are not) shorter than steel rails or something like that. It's very important because if one is on the limit of saddle adjustment, that change might throw one's fit out of the window.

[@GCPerformance18]

really, I have never noticed that but also in my opinion there shouldn't be a need where you need to push your saddle all the way forward, there should be other adjustments to do before that if you slam it all the forward or back there is something not right on the fit of the bike, maybe look at a setback seat post or a 0 degree set post

[@PedroPrego]

@@GCPerformance18 most bikes have slacker st angles than specialized. My bikefitter recommended me a 65mm saddle setback from the bb when using a spesh power saddle as a reference. With a 73° degree st angle and even a zero setback post I cannot achieve a 65mm saddle setback when using some carbon railed saddles. I might be a weird case for bikefit but a non-carbon rail saddle usually has 20mm more of rail to play with.

[@m4tth662]

You got the full gaming setup nice. I have a toupe saddle and it's great

[@GCPerformance18]

lmao yes I do, thats my other hobby hahahah

[@Siruswhitez]

Great content as always and nice custom keyboard too haha

[@GCPerformance18]

lmao thanks I went down the rabbit hole for a while there and had a bunch before think6.5 space65 kbd boards e65 e85

[@motluv]

I currently have a Power on my bike; I recently took off an Infinity saddle. The bike fitter told me there is a sweet spot that we need to find. That being the case, saddles like the infinity and the power reduce the sweet spot because how they are built - for the power the fall off reduces the sweet spot. According to him, some flatter and cheaper seat would work best for most riders. To his point, I got a Peloton in November and it doesn’t bother me, but the community has a lot of problems with it. Question for anyone willing to answer: On a ride of 40+ miles, do you get to a point where you need to come out of the saddle? For me, if I do ten miles seated the entire time I am surprised. I just need a break.

[@GCPerformance18]

yes tests completely normal, anything that long on a bike d=saddle isn't normal for us to be riding, so naturally we would need to come off the saddle for a break, that's perfectly normal, the more and more you ride the less you will need to do that but whenever you are pushing miles and longer then normal then your body won't be use to it

[@jamsxr]

I’m swapping out my Power saddle. It’s not uncomfortable, but it’s been designed for the pro’s, and it naturally pushes you forward in the saddle to get you hunkered down. Going for a PRO Griffon saddle, I want something flatter and longer.

[@marcinstyle85]

Brooks B17 one of the best saddle out there , you will be very happy price is good to as well $100 around

[@GCPerformance18]

i now brooks puts out some nice stuff for sure

[@chrisvanbuggenum871]

Yeah i ride with only a carbon shell. I do 100 mile rides no problem on that. Shape is more important than padding.

[@GCPerformance18]

yes yes yes!!!

[@ovathere93]

Bib is more important than everything

[@chrisvanbuggenum871]

@@ovathere93 100% i pay for good quality bibs!

[@ARMWRESTLINGCYCLINGFRANCE]

I completely agree. raw carbon with a good set of bibs is all you need. It reduces chafing. No chamois cream needed.

[@FeelGoodDiscoClub]

@@chrisvanbuggenum871 list some of your fave bibs. Please and thnks

[@davidfinn9828]

I think the most important is curve versus conture or flat wish manufacture would describe that more in saddle description, great content , love the orange specialized shoes 👍

[@GCPerformance18]

thanks so much and I am glad you enjoyed the video, thanks so much :))

[@winds10]

Didn't know you were a custom keeb nerd, too! Nice setup.

[@GCPerformance18]

lol thanks so much!!! I dabbled for a while in tryin to acheive endgame lol

[@waynedoherty7758]

Another great video! I find as my body composition has improved through cycling, its revealing more the width of my sit bones. I think previously I had more cush to catch and support myself, and now I can really feel when I miss the saddle, or If I just make it on. When buying a new bike will stores let you swap out the saddle for a different width of the same model? Or is it just what Trek and Specialized etc supply the store, and you have to factor in a new saddle purchase - even if its just a wider model?

[@GCPerformance18]

I honestly tell [people ride the saddle that comes with the bike, they usually put the saddles best suited of rthat bike but I also belive that anyone can get use the stock saddles, and if they didnt have this info they would love it for sure and not be second guessing whether or not they need a new saddle

[@YesItsKevin]

whats with you always flexing that hotwalk carbon

[@GCPerformance18]

lmao honestly thats hwere I keep it at, I didnt even think to move it lol

[@myong9]

I ended up getting this seat for mountain biking because I’m factory seat broke. I’m riding a stunmpjumper. No I’m not riding really long rides but I do run into comfort issues sometimes when sitting a pedaling. I was wondering what do you think about this seat for mountain biking? I did notice like you said that this seat is quite short.

[@GCPerformance18]

they actualy put this saddle stock on alot of there mountian bikes now, like the epics and epic evos, and people love it, I stil dont prefer it for mountain biking but that is just my preference

[@robertthomson4042]

Best. Saddle. Video. Ever!

[@GCPerformance18]

really?? thanks so much that was my earlier day of filming, I forgot I made that video, I might revisit with better visual aids lol

[@250dpi9]

Nice vid i use a specialized power knockoff and its pretty good 😅

[@GCPerformance18]

hey as long as its a nice shape and works for you, thats all that matters

[@250dpi9]

@@GCPerformance18 yup it fits me nicely

[@alfredosierra2089]

Excellent video, thanks!!

[@GCPerformance18]

of course!!

[@francoisholtermann1311]

Good stuff! I measured 147mm I ride a 155. I’ve been thinking about trying a 168, how much wider should you go than your sit bone width? I don’t need rubbing, that would suck.

[@GCPerformance18]

I wouldn't got 168 that's big saddle ands there will be some rubbing on the inside of the saddle, ask some shops if they offer a saddle try out program some do

[@EightSixx]

lol that Hotwalk placement!!!

[@GCPerformance18]

lmao thats honestly where I keep it at, no flex and no lie I forgot to move it

[@EightSixx]

@@GCPerformance18 haha if you say so ;)

[@danieloshea3326]

So the seat that comes on new specialized bikes is 143? Cause i just bought a replacement saddle and its 143 but I didn't know there was a 155

[@GCPerformance18]

it dpeends the model and size, specialized lsits al there bike seat sizes on the model and under geometry like some sizes come with 143 like 54 and 56 but the 52 on a tarmac comes with a 155 for some reason I have no idea

[@danieloshea3326]

@@GCPerformance18 it seems that on small frames they use 155 and on larger frames they use 143. Because women have bigger butts and wider sit bones. I have an xl frame so 143 is the right one

[@danieloshea3326]

im referring to the sirrus x thats what I have

[@dextercuizon6118]

Very informative. Thanks for the video

[@GCPerformance18]

thanks so mcuh and I am glad I could help

[@misterdapper754]

Quality video as always!

[@GCPerformance18]

thanks so much!!! I appreciate you checking it out :)

[@MiQ0707]

Off topic, you said you like PCs. Would be curious to know the specs on your rig! Looks dope.

[@GCPerformance18]

lmao yes!!! I was hoping for this questions lmao i78700 gtx980ti evga 32gb ram gigabyte ram cpu water cooler nzxt 750 power supply evga mother board I forgot I'm sorry lol not the most up to date 1tb ssd samsung nbut I can run high on everything with no frame drop except obvi cyber punk 2077

[@MiQ0707]

@@GCPerformance18 those are some killer components! I kind of want to build a new rig, mine is 4 years old. But I'd rather save the money for this SL7 lol

[@TriKaggie]

Perfectly timed video, I need a new seat for my Bianchi!

[@GCPerformance18]

thanks so much!!!! and best of luck on the saddle search

[@JitinMisra]

when you get your sit bones measured, is that measurement to be used for all bikes i.e road vs hybrid vs mountain etc.?

[@GCPerformance18]

yes ur sit bones wioll be the same size on any saddle for bike

[@JitinMisra]

@@GCPerformance18 this is interesting though , my sitbones measure 163. But when I tried specialized sirrus , I felt much better on that which comes with 155

[@trieule4452]

Love the mech keyboard! Seems like you have expensive hobbies

[@GCPerformance18]

Thanks so much!!!!, I enjoy the finner things hahahah but I mean im always on the comp so I figured I would egt something really nice

[@Nick-sf8nh]

Great video, but did anyone else find the self desperately looking for the other s-works shoe in the background? 🤣

[@GCPerformance18]

hahahahaha I couldn't find it either

[@leereiyuu]

Great keyboard, mate! :D

[@GCPerformance18]

thanks so much!!!

[@JayLato]

I've seen a video mentioning if you run a stem low with a chimney you should have a long stem plug to help support the clamping area. What do you think?

[@GCPerformance18]

the specialized ones are a longer plug for sure, but I mean I don't think it would ever brake if it wasn't long, as long as you don't over tighten and you only go to 5nm I don't see a reason for it to snap unless you get into a crash

[@JayLato]

@@GCPerformance18 I had meant steerer but you picked up on what I meant. Thank you for your thought

[@garrybryant8393]

what size are thoes cycling shoes ? u wanna sell them lol i like that color

[@GCPerformance18]

I believe 45 if u want to buy them they are for sale

[@garrybryant8393]

I would love to buy them 45 is a 12 ?

[@garrybryant8393]

Hey GC u never got back to me about the shoes but brother I understand your busy I know u will when u get time

[@christianfavis4477]

My sit bone width is 122mm or 12.1cm, what width would you suggest for this saddle? 155? Thanks!

[@GCPerformance18]

yea I would go 155, :0

[@billmartinez2253]

I use the power expert I tried the new 3D saddle I found it to soft , I’m trying s works power it’s pretty hard way more then the expert, but rather have to hard then to soft

[@GCPerformance18]

that 3d saddle is no joke I am a big fan of that and hopefully they can bring that to a cheaper price point because I feel like it would help out a lot of people with uncomfortable

[@iRisqwyd]

Hi, is that the Power Comp or Power Expert. And what's the difference between the Comp and Expert?

[@reoencarcelado5904]

@iRisqwyd: the rails. the “comp” is chromoly rails, the “expert” is titanium rails.

[@jasonstephenson2611]

Great explanation thanks bro

[@GCPerformance18]

Glad you liked it

[@kimarivera9898]

S works power saddle or S works mirror power saddle?

[@GCPerformance18]

go mirror it is suppose to be more comfrtable and from my rides on it I preferr it

[@JitinMisra]

Which saddle do you recommend for people with hemorrhoids?

[@GCPerformance18]

I mean you should solve the hemorrhoid issue first and then worry about the saddle

[@TM-vg4mx]

if someone goes with larger width saddle, for uprise position, regardless of sit bone measurement, would that be good? thanks for the great video

[@GCPerformance18]

no because it can cause for rubbing on the inner thigh which is very uncomfrotbale I have tried it before and did not like it but it might work for you

[@augustusmb]

Love it GC

[@GCPerformance18]

thanks so much as always for chekcing it out

[@augustusmb]

@@GCPerformance18 We gonna get a vid breakdown on that there Specialized Aethos of yours?

[@mincehogan9508]

gold dust info for us noobs, thanks so much GC

[@GCPerformance18]

any questions you ever have ask away and I will do my best to help, thanks for the support :)

[@J88HNT]

LOVE YOUR CHANNEL

[@GCPerformance18]

thanks so much!!!! I appreciate that all the time with the support

[@HanDron1]

143 ok but… what’s the measures of your bones? Thanks!

[@GCPerformance18]

You have to go to a store and get them measured. Everyone is different

[@HanDron1]

@@GCPerformance18 I have 108mm bones and specialized suggests me the 143mm power one, but in other place I get recommendations to ride on 130mm saddle. So.. I try to find out which bones you have that you ride on 143mms;)

[@Zwiftsushi]

Omg this is a hidden gem video!!!!!!! Thank you for such incredible information. I’m currently on a 145 and I get leg rub but I think it’s because I’m so extremely far back on the saddle I’m trying to search for a bigger area. My sit bones are mere mms from the edges. I’m definitely getting a 155 to try. This could be my golden ticket. Excellent information. My sit bones are 12.5cm so I think 155 is a good choice. Thanks again!!!!!

[@GCPerformance18]

I am very happy to help and thanks for watching and i hope this fixes the issue

[@Louisduong13]

update please im struggling too

[@Zwiftsushi]

@@Louisduong13 I ended up going with an even bigger saddle at 160. But my main main issue was a pelvic torsion. Right hip forward left back. This is why my saddles have been so uncomfortable. I’m highly asymmetrical sitting on the saddle.

[@markrskinner]

You missed out rail shape. Round & oval.

[@GCPerformance18]

yesh this is true

[@mvm9407]

Is "contour" so hard to spell?

[@GCPerformance18]

yes I am sorry

[@liam_dawson]

this was helpful

[@manuelcobian2355]

Nice 👍💯

[@GCPerformance18]

Thank you

[@yazidyusop]

Assnometer?

[@paul_hd1875]

Bros... look at this guy with a $1,000 carbon kids bike chucked on a pile of stuff... LOL

[@GCPerformance18]

lmfao I disrespected the shit out of that bike

[@paul_hd1875]

@@GCPerformance18 Went back and watched this upload again. You made a lot of really great points. This may be the best saddle explanation on the tube, in regards to sizing and functionality. I had a RETUL fit recently, and the guy put me into a 155mm Power Arc, on the premise of "limited flexibility". Bro... I"m 42, 185lbs... and I can touch my toes no Fn problem LOL. Clear attempt to tack on product during my fitting, but I like buying shit... so obviously didn't protest LOL. Consequently I hate the saddle. WAY too wide... and I run a conservative saddle height on an SL7... 182 cm tall... 72.4cm saddle height. Bout to go back to a 143mm Power... w/ mirror of course:--)

[@DanTuber]

18 ?

[@GCPerformance18]

number thats been significant in my whole life, birthday, my hockey number, a bunch of other things I dont wanna list but just a number I always relate with to me

[@Alejandro_BoniIIa]

Instructions unclear, bought a $15 carbon saddle off ali express

[@GCPerformance18]

hahahhahahahah I understand, I am not good at listening to directions per my wifes request either

[@darrenbarlow5759]

I see somebody bought an Aethos 😂👏

[@GCPerformance18]

YESS its an amazing bike, and to be honest more like a year rental and then prob sell it and get a new bike...... what I normally do, nice little perk of working at a store

[@darrenbarlow5759]

@@GCPerformance18 that's awesome. Yeah I decided not to get the Tarmac expert and almost got the Aethos pro but I hate that the wheels aren't tubeless compatible. So I'm going with a brand called Factor 🤷‍♂️🤦‍♂️

[@hensathegreat]

THAT's what I call a man cave!

[@GCPerformance18]

hahahahh I have sense cleaned this mess up but thank you for watchjing

[@matthewburga]

I hate that palm sander. Clean your garage.

[@GCPerformance18]

lmao yuou will pleased to know it has been cleaned since this video

[@matthewburga]

@@GCPerformance18 Proof or strike. /s

[@janeksulimiak]

Posprzataj ten burdel najpierw a potem kręc filmy

[@GCPerformance18]

Hahahhaha brothel. It’s my garage

[@cvonpete]

Contore... lol

[@GCPerformance18]

lmfao

[@mray8519]

Cleanup all that shit.